COOKIE POLICY
Last Updated: 28 May 2025.
This Cookie Policy explains how The Oak Tree Within (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website www.theoaktreewithin.com. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings.
WHAT ARE COOKIES?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help improve your browsing experience by remembering preferences, enabling secure logins, and ensuring smooth functionality.
HOW WE USE COOKIES
We use cookies to ensure the proper functioning of our website, enhance user experience, and support online booking and payment processing. The types of cookies we may use include:
1. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary) - These cookies are required for the basic functionality and security of our website. They cannot be disabled, as they enable core functions such as:
a. Preventing cross-site request forgery (CSRF) to protect user data and site integrity (eg. Squarespace’s ‘crumb’ cookie);
b. Maintaining secure session management and access control.
2. Functional Cookies - These cookies enhance the usability and convenience of our website. While not essential, they support features that improve your experience. You can disable them in your browser settings, doing so may affect certain functionalities. Functional cookies may be used to:
a. Support online booking, calendar integration, and appointment management;
b. Remember user preferences or selections (eg. form inputs)
c. Enable smoother integration with third-party services such as Cliniko, Stripe and PayPal.
3. Performance & Analytics Cookies - These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve its performance and user experience. Analytics cookies are only activated with your consent and can be managed via your browser settings or any cookie consent tool provided on our site. They may be used to:
a. Identify unique visitors and distinguish repeat visits;
b. Track user sessions and browsing behaviour anonymously (eg. Squarespace’s ‘ss_cvr’ cookie).
4. Marketing & Advertising Cookies - (Currently Not Used) - We do not use third-party advertising cookies or tracking technologies for targeted marketing. If this changes in the future, we will update this policy and request user consent where required.
MANAGING COOKIES
You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling essential cookies may impact website functionality.
YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS
We comply with Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) to ensure that your data is handled securely. For more details, please review our Privacy Policy.
UPDATES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated date.
CONTACT US
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please feel free to contact us at victoria@theoaktreewithin.com