Cookie policy

a. Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, phone, tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites function, improve performance, remember preferences, and understand how users interact with the site.

b. Similar technologies

We may also use similar technologies, such as:

1. Local storage / session storage (browser storage used to remember settings or session state),

2. Pixels / tags / scripts (small code snippets that measure performance, usage, or conversions),

3. SDKs (where applicable, for analytics or security).

For simplicity, this Cookie Policy refers to all of these as "cookies".

We use cookies to the extent reasonably necessary to:

1. Operate the Website and core features (for example, security, login, session management).

2. Remember preferences (for example, language or display settings, where enabled).

3. Measure usage and improve performance (analytics and diagnostics).

4. Support payments and subscription flows (for example, fraud prevention and secure payment processing via Stripe).

5. Protect the Services (for example, preventing abuse, detecting suspicious activity).

We follow a data-minimisation approach and aim to use only what is necessary for the purposes above.

a. Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are required for the Website to function and cannot be switched off in systems that rely on them. They are typically set in response to actions such as logging in, setting privacy preferences (if available), or maintaining security.

Examples of purposes:

1. authentication and session management,

2. security and fraud prevention,

3. load balancing and basic functionality.

b. Functionality and preference cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering preferences. If you disable these, some features may not work as intended.

Examples of purposes:

1. remembering settings and preferences,

2. improving user experience.

c. Analytics and performance cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Website, measure performance, and improve functionality (for example, which pages are visited, how long sessions last, errors encountered).

Important points:

1. Analytics may be provided by third-party tools.

2. Data collected via analytics cookies is typically aggregated or pseudonymous, but may be considered personal data in some jurisdictions (for example, where it includes an IP address or device identifier).

d. Marketing / advertising cookies (if used)

Marketing cookies are used to deliver ads, measure ad performance, or build profiles across sites.

1. If we use marketing cookies, we will describe them in this policy and, where required, obtain your consent before placing them.

2. If we do not deploy marketing cookies, you may not see any marketing cookie prompts beyond what is required for other categories.

a. First-party cookies

First-party cookies are set by our Website. These typically support core functionality (for example, session state) and preference settings.

b. Third-party cookies

Third-party cookies are set by domains other than ours. These may be used where third-party services are integrated into the Website, such as:

1. Authentication providers (for example, Google or LinkedIn) when you sign in.

2. Payment processing via Stripe (embedded Stripe Elements flow). Stripe may use cookies or similar technologies for security, fraud prevention, and payment processing.

3. Analytics providers (where enabled) to help measure usage and site performance.

Third-party providers operate under their own policies. We recommend reviewing their privacy and cookie documentation for details of their processing and controls.

Depending on your jurisdiction, we may be required to obtain consent before placing certain categories of cookies (for example, analytics or marketing cookies).

• Strictly necessary cookies are generally used on the basis that they are required to operate the Website and provide Services you request.

• Optional cookies (for example, analytics or marketing cookies) may be used only with your consent where required by law.

If the Website provides a cookie banner or preference mechanism, you can use it to manage optional cookie categories (where available). If a preference mechanism is not available, you can manage cookies through your browser settings as described below.

You can control cookies in the following ways:

a. Website controls (if available)

If we provide a cookie banner or cookie preferences tool, you can use it to accept, reject, or manage optional cookies (for example, analytics and marketing).

b. Browser settings

Most browsers allow you to:

1. view cookies stored on your device,

2. delete cookies,

3. block cookies entirely or block third-party cookies,

4. configure cookie behaviour per site.

Note: Blocking or deleting cookies may affect the Services, including the ability to stay logged in or complete payment flows.

c. Device-level controls

Mobile operating systems may provide additional controls over tracking technologies. These controls vary by device and OS version.

d. Third-party opt-outs

Some third-party providers offer their own opt-out mechanisms. Where relevant, you can use the provider's settings or opt-out tools in addition to browser controls.

Cookies may be:

• Session cookies, which expire when you close your browser, or

• Persistent cookies, which remain until they expire or you delete them.

Cookie durations vary by purpose and provider. You can remove persistent cookies at any time using your browser settings.

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the Website after an update means you accept the updated Cookie Policy.