Cookie policy

for worldengineeringday.net
Effective date: February 4, 2026

1. Introduction

This cookie policy explains how worldengineeringday.net (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies.

The website is operated by SJH Studios Limited (“SJH Studios”), the data controller responsible for processing personal data collected via cookies.

By using our website, you agree that we can place the cookies described below on your device unless you disable them via the cookie banner or browser settings.


2. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function properly, improve your experience, and allow us to analyse site traffic.

We also use similar technologies such as:

  • Local storage
  • Session storage
  • Tracking pixels (from analytics providers)

3. Types of cookies we use

We use the following categories of cookies:

A. Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function. They cannot be turned off in our systems.

They include:

  • Login and session cookies
  • Security and authentication cookies
  • Cookies enabling event posting and user accounts
  • Load-balancing and server performance cookies

Legal basis: Legitimate interests.

B. Performance and analytics cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use the website, including:

  • Pages visited
  • Click behaviour
  • Time spent on pages
  • Browser and device types
  • Rough location (city/country)

We use:

  • Google Analytics
  • Google Search Console tracking scripts

Legal basis: Consent.
These cookies are only activated if you accept them in the cookie banner.

C. Functional cookies

These enable enhanced website features such as:

  • Saving preferences
  • Remembering login sessions
  • Improving user experience

Legal basis: Legitimate interests.

D. Marketing/advertising cookies

We currently do NOT use advertising cookies.
If we introduce them in the future, this policy will be updated and consent will be required.


4. Cookies we may set

Below are typical cookies used on this website (cookies vary depending on browser and device):

Essential cookies

Cookie name Purpose Duration
wp-settings-* WordPress user preferences 1 year
wordpress_logged_in_* Keeps you logged in Session
PHPSESSID Core server session ID Session
Elementor Frontend rendering/caching Persistent

Analytics cookies

Cookie name Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics visitor ID 2 years
_gid Analytics session grouping 24 hours
_gat Throttles requests 1 minute

5. Third-party cookies

Some cookies are set by third parties when integrated services operate on our site:

Google analytics and search console

These providers may place cookies that track:

  • Traffic sources
  • Browsing patterns
  • Device information

Data may be transferred outside the UK/EEA under Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).


6. How we obtain consent

When you first visit the website, a cookie banner will appear allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customise your cookie preferences

Your consent is recorded and can be modified at any time.

Note: Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled.


7. How to disable cookies

You can manage or disable cookies directly from your browser settings.
For example:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy → Cookies
  • Firefox: Options → Privacy and security → Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy
  • Edge: Settings → Site permissions → Cookies

Disabling certain cookies may affect site function.


8. Managing analytics cookies

If you wish to opt out of Google Analytics tracking entirely, you can use:
Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On (official tool).


9. Data retention

Analytics and functional cookie data is retained for the periods outlined above or as configured in analytics settings.


10. Changes to this cookie policy

We may update this policy to reflect:

  • Changes in cookie use
  • Changes in technology
  • Changes in legal requirements

Updates will appear on this page with a new “Effective date”.


11. Contact us

For any questions about this cookie policy or data protection:

Data controller:
Alex Player
Managing Director, SJH Studios
Email: alex@sjhstudios.com
Phone: 020 8371 4000