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Cookie Policy for Cogent Connective

Last updated: 06/02/2025

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This Cookie Policy ("Policy") explains how Cogent Connective ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website [www.cogentconnective.com] ("Website"). It explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your options regarding their use.

By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet, etc.) when you visit a website. Cookies allow websites to remember your preferences, actions, and settings over time, which can enhance your browsing experience.

Cookies can be classified into different categories based on their function, duration, and whether they are placed by the website or third parties.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on our Website:

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of our Website. They enable basic functions like page navigation, secure access to certain areas of the site, and processing your requests. Without these cookies, our Website cannot function properly.

  • Examples: Session cookies to keep you logged in, shopping cart functionality.
2.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors interact with our Website, such as which pages are visited most frequently or if there are any error messages from web pages. These cookies do not collect personal data but help us improve the performance and usability of the Website.

  • Examples: Google Analytics cookies, which track how visitors use the Website.
2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as your language preferences, region, or login details) and provide enhanced, more personalised features. These cookies may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

  • Examples: Language preference cookies, region-based customisation cookies.
2.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver more relevant ads to you based on your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies are usually placed by third-party advertising networks.

  • Examples: Google Ads, Facebook Pixel.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

  • To enhance your experience on our Website, ensuring it functions efficiently and effectively.
  • To analyse how visitors use our Website and identify areas for improvement.
  • To personalise the content and advertising you see based on your interests.
  • To provide social media features (e.g., sharing on social media platforms) and to analyse how those features are used.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device to help us understand how visitors interact with our Website and to provide targeted advertisements. These third parties may collect information about your online activities across different websites. For example, we may use services like Google Analytics, Facebook, and other advertising networks.

For more information on how third parties use cookies and data, please refer to their respective privacy policies.

5. Your Cookie Choices

You have the option to manage and control cookies in several ways:

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie consent banner that provides information about the use of cookies on the Website. By clicking "Accept," you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Policy. You can also access the cookie settings from the banner to manage your preferences.

5.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can configure your browser to block cookies, delete cookies, or notify you when a cookie is being set. However, please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of our Website.

For more information on how to adjust your browser settings, please refer to the "Help" section of your browser or visit the following links:

5.3 Opting Out of Targeted Advertising

If you wish to opt out of receiving targeted advertising, you can visit the following platforms to control your advertising preferences:

6. Managing Cookies on Mobile Devices

If you access our Website via a mobile device, you can adjust your device’s cookie settings in the settings menu. Depending on your device and operating system, you may have different options to control cookies.

7. How Long Do Cookies Stay on Your Device?

The length of time a cookie remains on your device depends on whether it is a "session" cookie or a "persistent" cookie:

  • Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and are deleted once you close your browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a set period of time or until you delete them.

8. Changes to This Cookie 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. Any changes will be posted on this page, and the updated date will be noted at the top of the page.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or the use of cookies on our Website, please contact us at:

Cogent Connective Ltd

Unit 9,

Main Street,

Glencarse,

PH2 7LX

Email: support@cogentconnective.com
Phone: 01738 210218

By using this Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy.