At Gistivo, we respect your privacy and are committed to providing transparency about how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use, in compliance with UK law and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners. Cookies can be session-based (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent (remain on your device for a set period).
2. How Gistivo Uses Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, understand user behaviour, and improve the performance of our website. Types of cookies we use include:
a) Essential Cookies
- These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly.
- They enable basic features such as page navigation, secure access to certain areas, and form submissions.
- Without these cookies, some parts of the website may not work correctly.
b) Performance and Analytics Cookies
- These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns.
- We use this data to analyse and improve website performance.
- Examples include cookies from Google Analytics.
c) Functionality and Preference Cookies
- These cookies remember your preferences, such as language settings, display options, or saved forms.
- They help provide a more personalised experience when you visit the site.
d) Third-Party Cookies
- Some cookies may be set by third-party services used on our website, such as social media sharing buttons, embedded videos, or advertising partners.
- These cookies are subject to the respective third-party privacy policies.
3. Your Choices Regarding Cookies
You can manage cookies according to your preferences:
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block, delete, or manage cookies. Instructions for your specific browser can be found in the browser’s help section.
- Opt-Out Tools: Some cookies, particularly analytics cookies, can be controlled through opt-out tools provided by the service providers.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience.
4. Data Collected Through Cookies
Cookies may collect the following types of information:
- Your IP address and browser type
- Pages you visit and actions taken on the site
- Time and date of visits
- Referring website or search engine
This information is used to improve the website, analyse trends, and enhance your experience.
5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
Under UK law, we may store cookies on your device if they are strictly necessary for the website’s operation. For non-essential cookies, such as analytics or third-party cookies, we obtain your consent before placing them on your device.
6. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Please review this page periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding our Cookie Policy or use of cookies on Gistivo, please contact us:
Phone: +44 070 0309 8855
Email: [email protected]
Address: 39 South St, Colchester CO2 7BJ, United Kingdom