Last Updated: 5th November 2024
Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Bitcoin Policy UK (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website https://www.bitcoinpolicy.net/ (the “Site”). By continuing to use our Site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. You can modify your cookie preferences at any time by adjusting your browser settings.
1. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) by your web browser. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the site owners. Cookies can be “persistent” or “session” cookies:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are erased when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use different types of cookies on our Site to enhance your experience and improve our services.
a. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the functioning of our Site. They enable core functionalities such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, certain services you request cannot be provided.
Examples:
- Session management cookies to maintain your login status.
- Security cookies to authenticate users and prevent fraudulent use of accounts.
b. Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information on how you interact with our Site, helping us to improve our website’s performance. They allow us to measure and improve the performance of our Site, ensuring a high-quality user experience.
Examples:
- Analytics cookies that track page visits and navigation patterns.
- Error reporting cookies that help us identify and fix issues on the Site.
c. Functionality Cookies
Functionality cookies enable our Site to remember your preferences and choices, such as language settings or region selection, to provide a more personalized experience.
Examples:
- Language preference cookies.
- Cookies that remember previously viewed pages or items in your shopping cart.
d. Targeting/Advertising Cookies
If used, these cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements based on your interests. They track your browsing habits across websites to build a profile of your interests, ensuring that ads shown to you are relevant.
Examples:
- Cookies used by advertising networks to serve personalized ads.
- Social media cookies that allow interaction with platforms like Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn.
3. Third-Party Cookies
We may allow third-party service providers to place cookies on our Site to enhance its functionality and provide relevant advertising. For example, we may use Google Analytics to collect information about Site traffic and usage patterns. These third parties may use cookies in accordance with their own privacy policies.
For details on how third parties use cookies, please review their privacy policies. You can opt-out of third-party cookies by managing your preferences through our cookie management tool or through your browser settings.
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the right to control the use of cookies on our Site. You can manage your cookie preferences by adjusting the settings on your browser. Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences.
For instructions, refer to your browser’s help section. Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact the functionality of our Site.
5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we rely on the following legal bases to use cookies:
- Consent: For non-essential cookies, we obtain your consent before placing them on your device.
- Legitimate Interests: For cookies that are strictly necessary for the operation of our Site, we rely on legitimate interests, as these are essential to provide our services to you.
6. Changes to Our Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our business practices. When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, notify you via the Site or by other means.
7. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at [email protected] addressed to Data Protection Officer.
