Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy - Independent24-7.uk
This Cookie Policy explains how Independent24-7.uk uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website.
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you access a website. They serve various functions, from remembering user preferences to tracking site performance.
Our Cookie Philosophy
Independent24-7.uk maintains a strict minimalist approach to cookie usage. We do not deploy tracking cookies for behavioral advertising, cross-site profiling, or user surveillance. Our cookie strategy prioritizes user privacy while maintaining essential website functionality.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They include session cookies that maintain your browsing session and security tokens. These cannot be disabled without losing website functionality.
Preference Cookies: We use cookies to remember your language selection and display preferences. This enhances your user experience by maintaining your chosen settings across sessions.
Analytics Cookies (Anonymous Only): We employ our own in-house analytics system to understand aggregate user behavior patterns. These cookies collect anonymous, aggregated data about page visits, bounce rates, and popular content sections. Individual user tracking is disabled by default.
Cookies We Do NOT Use
We explicitly do not utilize:
- Third-party advertising cookies from ad networks
- Behavioral tracking cookies for retargeting
- Social media tracking pixels
- Google Analytics or similar external tracking services
- Marketing attribution cookies
- Cross-domain tracking technologies
Third-Party Cookies
External content embedded on our website (such as news sources or linked content) may set their own cookies. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing the respective third-party privacy policies. You can disable third-party cookies through your browser settings.
Cookie Management and Consent
Most browsers allow you to control cookie preferences through browser settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Accept only essential cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Receive notifications when cookies are placed
However, disabling essential cookies may impair website functionality. Non-essential cookies can be disabled without affecting core services.
Browser Privacy Settings
Your browser likely includes privacy controls. Consult your browser's help documentation to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Clear cookie data
- Set cookie preferences and restrictions
- Enable "Do Not Track" requests
Duration of Cookies
Essential and preference cookies typically expire after your browsing session ends or within a defined period (usually 12 months maximum). Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.
Data Collected Through Cookies
Our analytics cookies collect: page URLs visited, time spent on pages, device type, browser version, and referral sources. This data is aggregated and anonymized to prevent identification of individual users.
IP Addresses and Similar Identifiers
We collect IP addresses for legitimate security purposes only: preventing abuse, detecting threats, and maintaining platform integrity. IP data is not linked to personal identification information and is retained briefly.
Policy Compliance
Our cookie practices comply with GDPR, PECR (Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations), and other applicable data protection laws. We prioritize user consent and transparency.
Updates to This Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated to reflect changes in technology or regulation. The last update date is displayed at the bottom of this page. Significant changes will be communicated to users.
Contact Us
Questions about our cookie practices can be submitted through our contact form. We welcome feedback regarding cookie preferences and privacy concerns.