Effective Date: April 29, 2025
Last Updated: April 29, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Verilocation (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.
It outlines what these technologies are, why we use them, and the choices available to you.
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we use personal data.
Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. If you do not agree with the terms of this privacy policy, please do not access the Site.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function, improve performance, and provide analytical information to site owners.
Cookies may be: First-party cookies, set by Verilocation or Third-party cookies, set by external providers such as analytics, advertising or embedded service partners.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure the website operates correctly and securely.
- Remember your preferences.
- Analyse how visitors interact with the site so we can improve performance.
- Support marketing and communication activities, where you have given consent.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They include:
- Security and authentication cookies
- Load-balancing and performance stability cookies
- Cookie preference/consent cookies (to store your choices)
- Session management for logged-in users (e.g. portal access)
Lawful basis: Legitimate interests (ensuring the website functions and is secure).
3.2 Performance / Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how visitors use our site. They provide aggregated, anonymous data such as:
- Page views and browsing patterns
- Traffic sources
- Errors or broken pages
Examples include Google Analytics or similar tools.
These cookies are not set unless you give consent through our cookie banner.
Lawful basis: Consent.
3.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies remember settings and preferences such as:
- Saved logins (optional)
- Preferred language or region
- UI customisations
They enhance your experience but are optional and only set if you have given consent (unless required for a requested service).
Lawful basis: Consent.
3.4 Marketing / Advertising Cookies
These may be set by us or third parties to:
- Show relevant content or promotions
- Measure marketing campaign performance
- Track referrals from partner services
Examples include Google, LinkedIn or similar advertising platforms.
These cookies are not essential and are only set with your explicit consent.
Lawful basis: Consent.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some third-party services integrated into our site may set their own cookies, for example:
- Analytics platforms (e.g. Google Analytics)
- Embedded content (videos, maps, forms)
- Marketing or social media platforms (e.g. LinkedIn)
These providers have their own privacy and cookie policies, and we recommend reviewing them.
5. How Long Cookies Are Stored
Cookie duration varies:
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Session cookies are deleted automatically when you close your browser.
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Persistent cookies remain on your device until they expire or you delete them.
We retain cookies only for as long as necessary for their purpose and in line with GDPR/ICO guidance.
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie choices at any time.
On our website
Use the cookie banner or cookie settings link (usually located in the website footer) to:
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Accept all cookies
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Reject non-essential cookies
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Adjust individual cookie settings
In your browser
You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings. Instructions for common browsers:
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Chrome
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Firefox
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Safari
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Edge
Blocking essential cookies may impact website functionality.
7. Updating This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. The “Last updated” date will always be shown at the top.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
Email: info@verilocation.co.uk
Address: Verilocation, 36 Queensbridge, Northampton, NN4 7BF
