1. Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains how I, Nicolas Rossi (‘I’, ‘my’, ‘me’), ‘trading as Nicolas Rossi Physiotherapy’, use cookies and similar technologies on my website https://rossi.physio. By using my website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
2. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide information to website owners.
3. How Cookies are Used
Cookies are used to:
- Ensure Website Functionality: Necessary cookies enable core functionalities such as security, network management, and accessibility.
- Enhance User Experience: Cookies remember your preferences and settings to provide a personalised experience.
- Analyse Website Usage: Analytical cookies help me understand how visitors interact with my website, allowing me to improve its performance.
4. Types of Cookies Used
The following types of cookies are used:
- Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in my systems.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies collect information about how visitors use my website, such as which pages are visited most often.
- Functional Cookies: These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personalised features.
5. Cookies Used on My Website
Here is a detailed list of cookies I use:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Necessary | Preserves user session state across page requests. | Session |
| wordpress_test_cookie | Necessary | Checks if cookies are supported in the browser. | Session |
| wp-settings-1 | Functional | Maintains user settings in WordPress admin area. | 1 year |
| wp-settings-time-1 | Functional | Records the time at which wp-settings-1 was set. | 1 year |
| _ga | Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish unique users. | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users. | 24 hours |
| _gat | Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate. | 1 minute |
6. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View Cookies: See what cookies are stored on your device.
- Delete Cookies: Remove cookies stored on your device.
- Block Cookies: Prevent cookies from being placed on your device.
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of my website. For more information on managing cookies, visit All About Cookies.
7. Consent to Use Cookies
Upon your first visit to my website, you will be presented with a cookie banner requesting your consent to use cookies. By clicking ‘Accept’, you consent to the use of all cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences or withdraw consent at any time through your browser settings.
8. Third-Party Cookies
As this website operates on a WordPress Personal Plan, third-party cookies are limited to those used by WordPress itself and its associated services. These third parties may collect and use information as described in their own privacy policies.
9. Changes to This Cookies Policy
I may update this Cookies Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated ‘Last Updated’ date. Continued use of my website after such changes indicates your acceptance of the revised policy.
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookies Policy, please contact me via:
- E-mail: nicolas@rossi.physio
- Telephone: +44 7468 431 592
- Business Address: Mount Lennox Business Centre, 683 Antrim Road, Belfast, BT15 4EG, United Kingdom
By using my website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to this Cookies Policy.
Last updated: 29/07/2025