Cookie Policy

Last updated: 08/05/2026

About Cookies

This Cookie Policy explains how HectorLabs uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website. We are committed to being transparent about our use of cookies and ensuring you have control over your privacy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language and other settings, which can make your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.

How Cookies Work:

  • Cookies are created when you visit a website
  • They store information about your preferences and actions
  • This information is sent back to the website on future visits
  • They help provide a better user experience

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website.

Purpose: Security, authentication, and basic functionality

Duration: Session or up to 1 year

Control: Cannot be disabled (required for site operation)

Functional Cookies

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

Purpose: Remember preferences, language settings, and user choices

Duration: Up to 1 year

Control: Can be disabled (may affect site functionality)

Analytics Cookies

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

Purpose: Website analytics and performance monitoring

Duration: Up to 2 years

Control: Can be disabled (helps improve our services)

Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant and engaging advertisements.

Purpose: Targeted advertising and marketing campaigns

Duration: Up to 2 years

Control: Can be disabled (not essential for site operation)

3. Specific Cookies We Use

Cookie NamePurposeDurationType
session_idMaintain user sessionSessionEssential
preferencesStore user preferences1 yearFunctional
_gaGoogle Analytics tracking2 yearsAnalytics
_fbpFacebook pixel tracking3 monthsMarketing

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that we use to enhance our website's functionality.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of our website.

Social Media Platforms

We may use social media cookies to enable sharing and integration with social media platforms.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies on our website:

Browser Settings

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

  • Block all cookies
  • Allow only essential cookies
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Set preferences for specific websites

Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize your preferences
  • Learn more about our cookie use

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Important Notice

Disabling certain types of cookies may impact your experience on our website:

  • Essential cookies cannot be disabled (site won't function properly)
  • Disabling functional cookies may affect personalized features
  • Analytics cookies help us improve our services
  • Marketing cookies are optional and can be safely disabled

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our website
  • Updating the "Last updated" date
  • Sending email notifications for significant changes

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

HectorLabs

Email: privacy@hectorlabs.com

Address: [Your UK Business Address]