Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the owners of the site.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies Alcohol and Drug Awareness Australia Pty Ltd (T/A ADA Australia) ("we", "us", or "our") uses on our website, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and remembering your cookie consent preferences. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website would not function properly without them.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and your experience.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 - maintains session state | 2 years |
| _clck | Microsoft Clarity - identifies a unique browser for session replay and heatmap analysis | 1 year |
| _clsk | Microsoft Clarity - links multi-page visits into a single session recording | 1 day |
Microsoft Clarity captures anonymised session recordings and heatmaps to help us understand how visitors use the site. We have configured Clarity to mask form values (names, emails, payment details) before any data is sent. You can opt out of all analytics cookies using our cookie consent banner.
Functional Cookies (Third-Party)
These cookies are set by third-party services we use to enhance functionality and protect our website from spam and abuse.
| Service | Purpose | More Info |
|---|---|---|
| Google reCAPTCHA | Protects forms from spam and automated abuse | Google Privacy(opens in new tab) |
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit our website, you will be shown a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies (analytics). Your choice is saved and remembered for future visits.
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our website
- Adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies (note: this may affect website functionality)
- Using browser extensions or privacy tools to manage cookies across websites
How to Control Cookies in Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here are links to cookie management instructions for popular browsers:
- Google Chrome(opens in new tab)
- Mozilla Firefox(opens in new tab)
- Safari(opens in new tab)
- Microsoft Edge(opens in new tab)
Please note that restricting cookies may impact the functionality of our website.
Third-Party Analytics Opt-Out
If you wish to opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on(opens in new tab).
To opt out of Microsoft Clarity on this site, use our cookie consent banner to decline analytics cookies. This prevents the Clarity script from loading at all on future page loads, so no session-recording or heatmap data is captured. You can update your choice at any time by clicking "Privacy Choices" in the page footer.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
More Information
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please get in touch: