What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide information to website owners, and enhance user experience.
Cookies contain information about your visit to our website, such as your preferences, login information, and browsing behaviour. They help us remember your choices and provide a more personalised experience.
Why Do We Use Cookies?
We use cookies for several purposes:
- Essential Website Functionality: To enable core website features and ensure security
- Performance Analysis: To understand how visitors use our website and improve its performance
- Personalisation: To remember your preferences and provide customised content
- Marketing: To deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness
- Social Media Integration: To enable social media features and functionality
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled without affecting the basic functionality of our site.
Examples of Necessary Cookies:
- session_active: Manages your session on our website
- csrf_token: Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks
- cookie_consent: Remembers your cookie preferences
- security_check: Helps prevent fraudulent activity
Duration: Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) to 1 year
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (essential for website operation)
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
Analytics Cookies We Use:
- Google Analytics: Tracks website usage and performance
- performance_tracking: Monitors page load times and errors
- user_behaviour: Analyses user interactions and preferences
- conversion_tracking: Measures form submissions and goals
Duration: Up to 26 months
Legal Basis: Consent (you can opt out at any time)
Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver personalised advertisements and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
Marketing Cookies We Use:
- ad_tracking: Delivers targeted advertisements
- social_media: Enables social media sharing and tracking
- remarketing: Shows relevant ads on other websites
- campaign_tracking: Measures marketing campaign performance
Duration: Up to 90 days
Legal Basis: Consent (you can opt out at any time)
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to provide a more personalised experience.
Preference Cookies We Use:
- language: Remembers your language preference
- theme: Stores your preferred website theme
- user_preferences: Saves your customisation settings
- newsletter_preferences: Remembers your communication preferences
Duration: Up to 1 year
Legal Basis: Consent (you can opt out at any time)
Third-Party Cookies
We also use cookies from trusted third-party services to enhance our website functionality:
Google Services
- Google Analytics: Website traffic analysis
- Google Fonts: Typography and font loading
- Google Maps: Location services and maps
Social Media Platforms
- Facebook: Social sharing and advertising
- Twitter: Social sharing and widgets
- LinkedIn: Professional networking features
- Instagram: Image sharing and social features
Other Third-Party Services
- Payment Processors: Secure payment processing
- Content Delivery Networks: Fast content delivery
- Customer Support Tools: Live chat and help features
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies on our website:
Cookie Consent Manager
Use our cookie consent tool to manage your preferences:
Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Opt-Out Links
You can opt out of specific tracking services:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
- Google Ads: Google Ads Settings
- Facebook: Facebook Ad Preferences
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our website:
Necessary Cookies
Disabling necessary cookies will:
- Prevent proper website functionality
- Affect security features
- Require you to re-enter information repeatedly
- Prevent completion of orders or forms
Analytics Cookies
Disabling analytics cookies will:
- Not affect website functionality
- Prevent us from improving our website based on usage data
- Limit our ability to provide personalised content
Marketing Cookies
Disabling marketing cookies will:
- Not affect website functionality
- Result in less relevant advertisements
- Prevent measurement of marketing campaign effectiveness
- Limit social media integration features
Mobile App Cookies
If you use our mobile applications, similar technologies may be used:
- Device identifiers: To identify your device uniquely
- Local storage: To store preferences and data locally
- Push notifications: To send relevant updates and offers
- Analytics SDKs: To understand app usage and performance
Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect cookie data:
- Encryption of sensitive cookie data
- Secure transmission protocols (HTTPS)
- Regular security audits and updates
- Access controls and monitoring
- Compliance with data protection regulations
International Transfers
Some of our third-party cookie providers may transfer data outside the UK/EEA. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place:
- Adequacy decisions by the UK/EU authorities
- Standard contractual clauses
- Binding corporate rules
- Certification schemes and codes of conduct
Cookie Lifespan
Different cookies have different lifespans:
Session Cookies
Deleted when you close your browser
Short-term Cookies
1 day to 30 days
Medium-term Cookies
1 month to 12 months
Long-term Cookies
1 year to 26 months
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify you through our website banner or email
- Request renewed consent where required by law
- Provide clear information about the changes
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use your website without cookies?
You can browse our website with most cookies disabled, but some functionality may be limited. Necessary cookies are required for basic website operation.
How often should I review my cookie settings?
We recommend reviewing your cookie settings periodically, especially after policy updates or changes in your privacy preferences.
Do you track users across other websites?
We may use remarketing cookies to show relevant ads on other websites, but only with your consent. You can opt out at any time.
Are cookies safe?
Cookies themselves are generally safe and cannot contain viruses or malware. However, they can be used for tracking, which is why we provide opt-out options.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Privacy Team
Cantimeado Ltd
42 Eco Street, Green Quarter
London SW1A 1AA, United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 20 7946 0958
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