Cookie Policy

What Cookies We Use and Why

Last Updated: 14 November 2025
Effective Date: 1 January 2026

Introduction

This cookie policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on webiqanalytics.com, and how you can control them.

The short version: We use cookies to make our website work properly, understand how visitors use our site, and show relevant advertising to people interested in analytics services. You control which cookies we can use via our consent banner.

Read our full Privacy Policy for details on how we handle your personal data.


Who We Are

Company Name: WebIQ Analytics Limited
Company Number: 16798948
Registered in: England and Wales
Registered Office: 22 Willis Way, Purton, Swindon SN5 4BD
Trading Address: Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Contact:
Email: admin@webiqanalytics.com
Phone: +44 (0) 7376 949338

VAT Number: Not VAT registered


What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, phone, tablet) when you visit websites.

They help websites:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Understand how you use the site
  • Show relevant content and ads
  • Keep you logged in to services

Types of cookies:

  • First-party cookies: Set by webiqanalytics.com
  • Third-party cookies: Set by our service providers (Google, LinkedIn, etc.)

Duration:

  • Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period

What Cookies We Use

We categorise cookies into four types. You control which cookies we can use via our consent banner when you first visit our website.


1. Essential Cookies (Always Active)

Purpose: Make the website work properly
Can be disabled: No (required for basic functionality)
Legal basis: Legitimate interests (website operation)

Examples:

  • Cookie consent preferences
  • Session management
  • Security features
  • Load balancing

Why essential: Without these, the website won’t function correctly.


2. Analytics Cookies (Optional)

Purpose: Understand how visitors use our website
Can be disabled: Yes
Legal basis: Consent (you must opt-in)

We use analytics to:

  • Count visitors and page views
  • See which content is popular
  • Identify technical issues
  • Improve user experience
  • Measure traffic sources

Google Analytics 4 (GA4)

What it does: Measures website traffic and user behaviour
Cookies set:

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
_gaDistinguishes users2 years
ga*Maintains session state2 years
_gidDistinguishes users24 hours

Data collected:

  • Pages visited
  • Time on site
  • Referral source
  • Device type
  • Geographic location (city level)
  • IP addresses are anonymised

Privacy: No personally identifiable information is collected
More info: Google Analytics Privacy


HubSpot Analytics

What it does: Tracks website visitors for CRM and marketing
Cookies set:

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
__hstcMain visitor tracking13 months
__hsscSession tracking30 minutes
__hssrcSession restart trackingSession
hubspotutkUser tracking token13 months

Data collected:

  • Page views and navigation
  • Form submissions
  • Email opens/clicks (if applicable)
  • Traffic source

Privacy: Linked to email if you submit a form
More info: HubSpot Cookie Policy


3. Marketing Cookies (Optional)

Purpose: Show relevant advertising and measure campaign performance
Can be disabled: Yes
Legal basis: Consent (you must opt-in)

We use marketing cookies to:

  • Show ads to people interested in analytics services
  • Retarget website visitors
  • Measure ad effectiveness
  • Build lookalike audiences
  • Prevent showing same ad too many times

Google Ads

What it does: Conversion tracking and remarketing
Cookies set:

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
_gcl_auConversion tracking3 months
IDEAd personalisation13 months
test_cookieTest cookie support15 minutes

Data collected:

  • Pages visited
  • Conversion events (form submissions, bookings)
  • Ad clicks

Privacy: Used for aggregate reporting
More info: Google Ads Privacy


LinkedIn Insight Tag

What it does: Conversion tracking and LinkedIn ad targeting
Cookies set:

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
li_sugrBrowser identifier90 days
bcookieBrowser ID cookie1 year
lidcRouting cookie24 hours
UserMatchHistoryLinkedIn Ads ID syncing30 days

Data collected:

  • Pages visited
  • Conversion events
  • Professional demographics (if logged into LinkedIn)

Privacy: Links to LinkedIn profile if you’re logged in
More info: LinkedIn Cookie Policy


Meta Pixel (Facebook)

What it does: Conversion tracking and Facebook/Instagram ad targeting
Cookies set:

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
_fbpTrack visitors across websites3 months
frAd delivery and frequency3 months

Data collected:

  • Pages visited
  • Conversion events
  • Custom audiences

Privacy: Links to Facebook profile if you’re logged in
More info: Meta Cookie Policy


4. Functional Cookies (Optional)

Purpose: Enhanced website features and personalisation
Can be disabled: Yes
Legal basis: Consent (you must opt-in)

Examples:

  • Calendly booking widget
  • Chat widgets (if added in future)
  • Video players
  • Social media embeds

Calendly

What it does: Powers our meeting booking widget
Cookies set:

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
calendly_sessionBooking session managementSession

Data collected:

  • Booking preferences
  • Timezone information

Privacy: Data shared with us for scheduling
More info: Calendly Privacy


Cookie Categories Summary

CategoryAlways Active?PurposeExamples
Essential✅ YesWebsite functionalitySession, consent preferences
Analytics❌ NoTraffic measurementGoogle Analytics, HubSpot
Marketing❌ NoAdvertisingGoogle Ads, LinkedIn, Meta
Functional❌ NoEnhanced featuresCalendly, embeds

How to Control Cookies

You have full control over which cookies we can use.


Via Our Cookie Consent Banner

First visit:

  • Banner appears at bottom of screen
  • Choose Accept All, Reject All, or Customise

Customise options:

  • Essential: Always active (required)
  • Analytics: Toggle on/off
  • Marketing: Toggle on/off
  • Functional: Toggle on/off

Change your mind later:

  • Click “Cookie Settings” in website footer
  • Update preferences any time

Via Your Browser Settings

You can also control cookies through browser settings:

Google Chrome:

  1. Click menu (three dots) → Settings
  2. Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  3. Choose: Block third-party cookies, Block all cookies, or manage exceptions

Mozilla Firefox:

  1. Click menu → Settings → Privacy & Security
  2. Under Cookies and Site Data, choose Enhanced Tracking Protection level
  3. Manage exceptions or clear data

Safari:

  1. Safari → Settings → Privacy
  2. Enable “Prevent cross-site tracking”
  3. Manage “Block all cookies” option

Microsoft Edge:

  1. Settings → Cookies and site permissions
  2. Manage and delete cookies
  3. Choose blocking level

Mobile browsers: Similar settings in browser app settings


Opt Out of Advertising

Industry opt-out tools:

Platform-specific opt-outs:


What Happens When You Disable Cookies

Essential cookies disabled:

  • Website may not function properly
  • Can’t remember your preferences
  • Some features won’t work

Analytics cookies disabled:

  • No impact on functionality
  • We can’t measure traffic or improve user experience
  • Can’t see which content is most valuable

Marketing cookies disabled:

  • No impact on functionality
  • You’ll still see ads, but they’ll be less relevant
  • We can’t measure ad effectiveness

Functional cookies disabled:

  • Some enhanced features may not work
  • Booking widget may not function
  • Embedded content may not display

Do Not Track (DNT)

Current status: Browsers offer “Do Not Track” settings, but there’s no industry-wide standard.

Our approach:

  • We respect your cookie consent choices
  • Use our cookie banner to control tracking
  • DNT browser setting doesn’t automatically disable cookies (use banner instead)

Cookies from Embedded Content

Third-party embeds may set cookies:

  • YouTube videos
  • LinkedIn posts
  • Twitter/X posts
  • Google Maps

These are controlled by third parties. Check their cookie policies:

How to avoid:

  • Don’t play embedded videos
  • Use our cookie settings to block functional cookies

Data Transfers

Some cookie providers are based outside UK/EU:

  • Google (US)
  • HubSpot (US)
  • Meta (US)
  • LinkedIn (US)

Safeguards:

  • Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
  • EU-US Data Privacy Framework (where applicable)
  • Your consent to use these cookies = consent to data transfer

More info: See our Privacy Policy section on international transfers.


Your Privacy Rights

Under UK GDPR, you can:

  • Access data collected via cookies
  • Request deletion of cookie data
  • Withdraw consent any time
  • Object to cookie-based processing
  • Complain to ICO if unhappy

How to exercise rights:

  • Cookie consent: Use “Cookie Settings” in footer
  • Data access/deletion: Email admin@webiqanalytics.com
  • Complaints: Contact us or ICO

Full details: See our Privacy Policy


Children’s Privacy

Our website is not for children.

We don’t knowingly collect data from anyone under 18.

Parents/guardians: Our cookies don’t collect age information, but if you’re concerned about your child’s privacy, please supervise their internet use.


Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this policy to reflect:

  • New cookies or technologies
  • Changes to our services
  • Changes in law
  • Feedback from users

When we update:

  • “Last Updated” date at top changes
  • You’ll be prompted to review consent on next visit
  • Significant changes: We’ll notify via email if we have your email

Your responsibility: Check this page periodically for updates.


More Information

Related Pages

External Resources


Contact Us

Questions about cookies or this policy?

WebIQ Analytics Limited
Email: admin@webiqanalytics.com
Phone: +44 (0) 7376 949338
Post:
WebIQ Analytics Limited
22 Willis Way, Purton, Swindon SN5 4BD

Response time: We aim to respond within 2 working days.

Cookie consent issues? Click “Cookie Settings” in website footer to update preferences.

Privacy concerns? See our Privacy Policy and your data protection rights.


Complaints

Not satisfied with our cookie practices?

Contact us first: admin@webiqanalytics.com

Or complain to the ICO:

  • Website: https://ico.org.uk
  • Phone: 0303 123 1113
  • Report online: https://ico.org.uk/make-a-complaint

Summary (Quick Reference)

What cookies do: Help website function, measure usage, show relevant ads
Categories: Essential (always on), Analytics, Marketing, Functional (optional)
Your control: Cookie consent banner – accept, reject, or customise
Change preferences: Click “Cookie Settings” in footer any time
Main cookies: Google Analytics, Google Ads, LinkedIn, Meta, HubSpot
Data location: Some cookies transfer data to US (with safeguards)
Retention: 24 hours to 2 years depending on type
Questions: Email admin@webiqanalytics.com


Cookie Audit Information

Last cookie audit: 14 November 2025
Next audit due: 14 November 2026
Audit method: Automated cookie scanner + manual GTM review
Cookies found: 15+ unique cookies across 6 providers
Status: All documented and disclosed in this policy


This policy explains every cookie we use. If you have questions, just ask.


Related Documents


Company Information (Companies Act 2006 Disclosure)

Company Name: WebIQ Analytics Limited
Company Number: 16798948
Registered in: England and Wales
Registered Office: 22 Willis Way Purton, Swindon SN5 4BD
VAT Number: Not VAT registered
Trading Address: Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom

Directors: Terry Manu Hennah


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