The ACQP Training Centre – Cookie Policy
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how the Association of Construction Quality Professionals (ACQP) and the ACQP Training Centre use cookies and similar technologies on our websites, learner portals, and online examination platforms.
This policy should be read alongside the ACQP Privacy Policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information to website operators.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our websites and portals. They enable core functionality such as:
Secure login and authentication
Session management
Form submission
Examination portal access and security
These cookies do not require user consent.
3.2 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies allow the website or portal to remember choices you make, such as:
Login preferences
Language or display settings
User session continuity
These cookies improve usability but are not strictly essential.
3.3 Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our websites and portals by collecting information such as:
Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Error messages or performance issues
Data collected is anonymised where possible and used solely to improve system performance and user experience.
3.4 Security & Examination Integrity Cookies
On learner and examination portals, cookies may be used to:
Prevent unauthorised access
Detect unusual or suspicious activity
Maintain examination integrity and audit trails
These cookies are considered necessary for the secure delivery of assessments.
4. Cookies We Do Not Use
ACQP does not use cookies for:
Selling personal data
Behavioural advertising
Third-party advertising networks
5. Third-Party Cookies
In limited cases, trusted third-party services may set cookies on our behalf, such as:
Website analytics providers
Secure examination or identity verification platforms
All third-party providers are required to comply with UK GDPR and implement appropriate safeguards.
6. Managing Cookie Preferences
You can manage or disable cookies through:
Cookie consent banners (where applicable)
Your browser settings
Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may affect website functionality, including access to learner portals or examinations.
7. Cookie Consent
Where required by law:
Users will be presented with a cookie consent banner
Non-essential cookies will only be set after consent is given
Consent preferences can be updated at any time
8. Retention of Cookies
Cookies are stored for varying periods depending on their purpose:
Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies remain for a defined period or until deleted
Cookie retention periods are reviewed regularly.
9. Changes to This Policy
ACQP may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:
Changes in legislation
Changes to our websites or systems
Updates to cookie usage
The latest version will always be available on our website.
10. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact:
The ACQP Training Centre
Data Protection Enquiries
Email: colchester@acqp.co.uk
11. Approval
This Cookie Policy is approved by the ACQP Management and is effective from the date of issue.
The ACQP Training Centre
Transparent and responsible use of cookies