Cookie Policy
How SOE uses cookies and similar technologies. Last updated: August 2026.
What cookies are
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to the website owner. SOE uses cookies to improve your experience, to understand how the site is used, and to personalise content. This policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them.
Essential cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account authentication. You cannot opt out of these cookies because the website cannot function properly without them. The essential cookies used by SOE include: session cookies, which maintain your session state as you navigate the site; authentication cookies, which identify you when you log into SOE Pro; and security cookies, which help protect against unauthorised access.
Analytics cookies
These cookies help SOE understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. The analytics cookies tell SOE which pages are most popular, how long visitors stay on each page, and how they navigate between sections. This information helps the team improve the website's content and structure. SOE uses privacy-focused analytics that do not track individual users across websites. You can opt out of analytics cookies at any time through the cookie settings.
Preference cookies
These cookies remember your preferences - your reading progress, your display preferences, your newsletter subscription status - so that SOE can provide a more personalised experience when you return. Preference cookies are stored locally on your device and are not shared with third parties. You can clear these cookies at any time through your browser settings, but doing so will reset your preferences on the site.
Managing cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies or to alert you when a cookie is being set. However, if you disable essential cookies, some parts of the SOE website may not function properly. The browser settings for managing cookies are typically found in the "Options," "Settings," or "Preferences" menu of your browser. For more detailed information about managing cookies, visit the help pages for your specific browser.