### Understanding Website Cookies: How They Affect Your Browsing Experience

In order for websites to function correctly, certain cookies are necessary and cannot be disabled in the system. These essential cookies are typically set when users perform actions like adjusting privacy settings, logging into accounts, or submitting forms. Although browsers can be configured to block or notify users about these cookies, doing so may impair website functionality. Importantly, these essential cookies do not retain any personally identifiable information.

The functionality and personalisation of websites are enhanced by another set of cookies, which may be placed by the website itself or third-party services integrated into its pages. Disabling these cookies can result in certain services not functioning as expected.

Additionally, users have the option to opt-out of sharing their personal information with advertisers and social media companies. This can be done by toggling a switch provided on the site. For further details on user rights and privacy options, it is recommended to refer to the website's privacy notice.

Performance and analytics cookies are another category, which help track site visits and traffic sources to measure and improve site performance. The data collected by these cookies is aggregated and remains anonymous. Should these cookies be disabled, the site may be unable to monitor user visits and overall performance effectively.

There are also social media cookies set by various social media services incorporated into the site to facilitate content sharing. These cookies can track users’ browsing habits across different websites, potentially impacting the advertisements and content displayed on other sites. Blocking these cookies may limit the availability of sharing tools.

Lastly, advertising cookies set by partners on the site aim to build a profile of user interests, showing more relevant advertisements on other sites. These do not store personal information directly but uniquely identify browsers and devices. Disabling these cookies leads to less targeted advertising experiences.

Understanding the different types of cookies and their roles helps users make informed decisions about their web browsing settings and personal data privacy.