1. Introduction
Our website uses cookies and related technologies to improve your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us remember preferences, analyze usage, and deliver personalized content. This policy explains how cookies are used, your choices regarding consent, and your data protection rights under UK law.
2. What Are Cookies?
A cookie is a simple text file sent with website pages and stored by your browser on your device. It allows the website to recognize your device on subsequent visits. Cookies can be session-based (deleted after closing browser) or persistent (remain for a set period). They serve various functions from technical operation to tracking for advertising.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Technical or Functional Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function correctly. They enable core features like security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, certain parts of the site may not work properly. We do not require your consent for these cookies as they are necessary for operation. Examples include session tokens and load balancing cookies.
3.2 Statistics Cookies
Statistics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They collect anonymous data on page visits, time spent, and navigation patterns. This information allows us to optimize performance and content. We ask for your permission before placing these cookies. Services like Google Analytics and Hotjar use such cookies to generate aggregated reports.
3.3 Advertising Cookies
Advertising cookies track your browsing behavior to deliver relevant ads and measure campaign effectiveness. They create a profile based on your interests, limiting ad repetition. Because these are tracking cookies, we request your explicit consent. Partners such as Criteo and Google Ads use them for remarketing and ad optimization.
3.4 Social Media Cookies
Our site includes embedded content from Facebook, LinkedIn, and X (formerly Twitter). These social networks place cookies when you interact with their buttons or embedded posts. They can track your activity across websites for personalized advertising. Data may be transferred to the United States.
4. Detailed Cookie Inventory
Below is a detailed list of cookies placed by our website, organized by service provider and purpose.
Google Various Services
Used for website development, marketing, and analytics. Functional cookies store consent preferences; marketing cookies like __gpi facilitate ad targeting. Data is shared with Google under its privacy policy.
CloudFlare
Provides content delivery network (CDN) services. Cookies like __cf_bm (30 min) filter bot traffic. Mirage cache manifest is persistent.
Criteo
For remarketing. The cto_bundle cookie (13 months) provides cross-page functionality. Other cookies pending investigation.
Google Analytics
Statistics. Cookies like _ga (2 years), _gid (1 day), _ga_ store and count pageviews. Data is used to improve website experience.
PHP
Functional. exp cookies provide cross-page functions. Data not shared with third parties.
Complianz
Cookie consent management. Stores preferences via cookies like cmplz_consented_services (365 days). Ensures compliance with GDPR.
One Signal
Marketing. Push notification cookies like isPushNotificationsEnabled are persistent. No third-party sharing.
Google reCAPTCHA
Functional and marketing. Prevents spam with _grecaptcha (6 months) and bot filtering cookies rc::a, rc::b, rc::c (session/persistent).
WordPress
Functional. Manages user sessions, preferences, and language settings. Cookies include wordpress_logged_in_, wp-settings-, wp_lang.
Stripe
Payment processing. __stripe_mid (1 year) provides fraud prevention. Data shared under Stripe's privacy policy.
HubSpot
Marketing automation, statistics, functional. Tracks visits and identity via __hstc and hubspotutk (13 months). Stores anonymized statistics.
Hotjar
Functional and statistics. Provides heat maps and session recordings. Cookies like _hjSession_ (session) and _hjSessionUser_ (1 year).
Marketing and functional. Tracks visits (_fbp, 3 months), stores account details (fbm, 1 year), and provides fraud prevention (datr, 2 years).
Google Fonts
Marketing. Requests user IP address via API (immediate expiration). Used for webfont display.
Twitter (X)
Functional and marketing. Load balancing cookie (local_storage_support_test) and metrics_token for embedded content tracking.
Functional, marketing, statistics, preferences. Stores consent preferences (li_gc, 6 months), ad delivery (lms_ads, 30 days), and browser details (bcookie, 1 year).
Google Ads Optimization
Marketing. Cookie 1p_jar (1 month) for ad delivery or retargeting.
Google Ads
Marketing. ads/ga-audiences (immediate) stores information for remarketing.
Snowplow
Statistics. _sp_id (2 years) stores a unique user ID. Other cookies pending investigation.
Elementor
Statistics (anonymous). elementor cookie stores performed actions on the website. No sharing.
Miscellaneous
Several cookies with purposes pending investigation include perf_, __s3ga4_session_id, evolok:properties, and more. These are under review for compliance.
5. Consent Management
Upon first visit, a cookie pop-up explains categories. By clicking 'Save preferences', you consent to selected categories. You can withdraw consent at any time via browser settings or the manage consent button. Note: disabling all cookies may affect site functionality.
6. Your Rights Under GDPR
You have the right to know why your data is collected, access it, rectify inaccuracies, erase data, restrict processing, and request portability. You may object to processing based on legitimate interests. To exercise these rights, contact us using the details below. Complaints can be made to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
7. Contact Information
For questions about this policy, contact us at: 124 City Road, London, EC1V 2NX, United Kingdom. Email: mydata@ex.comwearemvi.com, Phone: 0208 150 8286. This policy was last updated on 04/06/2025 and synchronized with cookie database on 20/05/2026.
By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge the use of cookies as described. We encourage you to review this policy regularly and adjust your preferences to suit your privacy needs.
Source: UKTN News