COOKIE POLICY

How We Use Cookies and Similar Technologies

Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 8, 2025

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience by remembering your preferences and enabling certain website functions.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
  • Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
  • Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site.

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

Targeting Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:

  • Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
  • Social Media Platforms: For social sharing and integration features
  • Payment Processors: For secure payment processing
  • Content Delivery Networks: For faster website loading

5. Cookie Duration

Cookies can be either:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Set preferences for specific websites

Browser-Specific Instructions

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies:

  • Some website features may not function properly
  • Your preferences may not be saved
  • You may need to re-enter information more frequently
  • Personalized content may not be available

8. Legal Basis for Cookie Use

Under UK GDPR, we use cookies based on:

  • Consent: For non-essential cookies, we obtain your explicit consent
  • Legitimate Interest: For essential cookies necessary for website functionality
  • Contract: For cookies required to provide our services

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

  • Email: [email protected]
  • Phone: +44 20 1234 5678
  • Address: 123 Tech Street, London, EC1A 4HD, United Kingdom

11. Your Rights

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time
  • Access information about cookies we use
  • Request deletion of cookie data
  • Object to processing based on legitimate interests