Cookie Policy
Last updated: September 2024
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.
Cookies contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive. They do not contain any personal information that can identify you directly, but they help us recognise your device and provide a more personalised experience.
2. How We Use Cookies
Sly Treasury uses cookies for various purposes:
- Essential functionality: To ensure our website works properly
- Performance monitoring: To understand how visitors use our site
- User preferences: To remember your settings and preferences
- Security: To protect against fraudulent activity
- Marketing: To show relevant content and advertisements
3. Types of Cookies We Use
4. Specific Cookies Used
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookieConsent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year | Necessary |
| PHPSESSID | Maintains your session on the website | Session | Necessary |
| analyticalCookies | Tracks your analytical cookie preferences | 1 year | Necessary |
| marketingCookies | Tracks your marketing cookie preferences | 1 year | Necessary |
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Performance |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - session and campaign data | 2 years | Performance |
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyse website usage and improve user experience. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how visitors use our site. The information is used to compile reports and help us improve the site.
For more information about Google's privacy practices, visit: policies.google.com/privacy
Social Media Platforms
Our website includes social media sharing buttons that may set cookies from:
- Facebook (Privacy Policy: facebook.com/privacy)
- Twitter (Privacy Policy: twitter.com/privacy)
- LinkedIn (Privacy Policy: linkedin.com/legal/privacy-policy)
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:
- Accept All: Allow all cookies
- Necessary Only: Allow only essential cookies
- Customise: Choose specific cookie categories
Browser Settings
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:
Chrome
- Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Choose your preferred cookie settings
- Manage exceptions for specific sites
Firefox
- Go to Options > Privacy & Security
- Under Cookies and Site Data, choose your settings
- Click "Manage Data" to control specific sites
Safari
- Go to Preferences > Privacy
- Choose your cookie and website data preferences
- Use "Manage Website Data" for specific control
Edge
- Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions
- Choose "Cookies and site data"
- Select your preferred settings
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, please note:
Necessary Cookies
Disabling these cookies may result in:
- Website functionality issues
- Inability to submit forms
- Loss of session data
- Security vulnerabilities
Performance Cookies
Disabling these cookies means:
- We cannot track website performance
- Reduced ability to improve user experience
- Less insight into popular content
Marketing Cookies
Disabling these cookies results in:
- Less relevant advertising
- Repeated advertisements
- Generic content recommendations
8. Mobile Applications
If we develop mobile applications in the future, they may use similar tracking technologies. We will update this policy to reflect any such use and obtain appropriate consents.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in cookie technology
- New legal requirements
- Updates to our website functionality
- Changes in third-party services
When we make significant changes, we will notify you by:
- Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Displaying a notice on our website
- Email notification to registered users (where applicable)
10. Legal Basis for Cookie Processing
We process cookies based on the following legal grounds:
- Consent: For non-essential cookies, we obtain your explicit consent
- Legitimate Interest: For essential cookies required for website functionality
- Contractual Necessity: For cookies necessary to provide requested services
11. International Data Transfers
Some third-party cookie providers (such as Google Analytics) may transfer data internationally. We ensure such transfers comply with UK data protection laws through:
- Adequacy decisions
- Standard contractual clauses
- Other approved transfer mechanisms
12. Children's Privacy
Our website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through cookies. If you believe a child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately.
13. Contact Us About Cookies
If you have questions about our use of cookies or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:
Sly Treasury Ltd
Data Protection & Cookies
10 Gleddoch Rd, Glasgow G52 4BD
Phone: +441418823377
Email: [email protected]
14. Useful Links
For more information about cookies and online privacy:
Remember: You can change your cookie preferences at any time by revisiting our cookie settings or adjusting your browser preferences. Your choices will be respected and implemented immediately.