Cookie Policy (UK)

Last updated: 01/01/2026

This Cookie Policy explains how GOLDFINCH (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website [www.example.com] (the “Website”).

This policy should be read alongside our [Privacy Policy].

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, improve efficiency, and provide information to website owners.

Cookies may be:

Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser), or
Persistent cookies (stored until they expire or are deleted).

2. Types of cookies we use

We use the following categories of cookies:

a) Strictly necessary cookies

These cookies are essential for the Website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems.

They are used to:

Enable core functionality (such as user login, account security, and checkout)
Remember privacy preferences
Prevent fraudulent activity

Legal basis: Legitimate interests / necessary for service provision (PECR exemption)

b) Performance and analytics cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Website so we can improve its performance.

They collect information such as:

Pages visited
Time spent on pages
Error messages encountered

All data is aggregated and anonymous.

Examples: Google Analytics (with IP anonymisation enabled)

Legal basis: Consent

c) Functional cookies

These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation.

They may remember:

Language preferences
Region or location
Saved search filters

Legal basis: Consent

d) Marketing and advertising cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.

They may be set by us or by third-party advertising partners and track your browsing activity across websites.

Examples:

Meta (Facebook) Pixel
Google Ads

Legal basis: Consent

3. Third-party cookies

Some cookies are placed by third parties who provide services on our behalf (such as analytics or advertising services).

We do not control these cookies. Please refer to the relevant third party’s privacy and cookie policies for more information.

4. How we use consent

When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to:

Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Manage cookie preferences by category

Non-essential cookies are not placed unless you give your explicit consent, in accordance with UK law.

You can change or withdraw your consent at any time via [Cookie Settings link].

5. How to manage or delete cookies

You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

See what cookies are stored
Delete all or specific cookies
Block cookies from certain websites
Block all cookies entirely

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.

Helpful links:

6. Changes to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology, or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.

7. Contact us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

GOLDFINCH
Email: [privacy@example.com]
Address: [Registered UK address]