Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Commerce Media Directory ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at commercemedia.directory (the "Service").

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides more detailed information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.

2. What Are Cookies?

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

Cookies allow websites to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Understand how you use the website
• Improve your browsing experience
• Provide relevant content and advertisements

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as setting privacy preferences or filling in forms.

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our Service.

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personalised features.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party service providers who set their own cookies to provide services to us. These may include:

• Analytics Services: To understand website usage and performance
• Content Delivery Networks: To improve website loading speeds
• Social Media Plugins: To enable social sharing functionality

These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review.

5. How Long Do Cookies Last?

Cookies can be either:

• Session Cookies: These are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them

The duration varies depending on the purpose of the cookie, but most of our cookies expire within 26 months.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

• Block all cookies
• Allow only first-party cookies
• Delete existing cookies
• Set warnings before cookies are stored

6.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

Please note: Blocking certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your user experience.

7. Legal Basis for Cookie Use

Under UK data protection law, we use cookies based on the following legal grounds:

• Legitimate Interests: For essential cookies necessary for website functionality
• Consent: For analytics and non-essential cookies (where required)

You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or contacting us.

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will post any updates on this page and update the "Last updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us via LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/peterduffy/

10. More Information

For more information about cookies and online privacy, you may find the following resources helpful:

• ICO Guidance on Cookies
• All About Cookies