Cookie Policy

Effective Date: 20 May 2025
Last Updated: 20 May 2025
Company: Softwarence Ltd
Website: www.softwarence.com
Registered in: United Kingdom


1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Softwarence Ltd (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.softwarence.com in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

By continuing to browse our site, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you opt out via your browser or cookie settings.


2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They allow websites to remember your preferences, improve your browsing experience, and collect analytics and usage data.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies (temporary and deleted when you close your browser), or

  • Persistent cookies (remain on your device until they expire or you delete them)

Cookies can also be:

  • First-party cookies (set by us), or

  • Third-party cookies (set by others, e.g. Google Analytics)


3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies:

a. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions you take such as filling in forms or setting privacy preferences.

Examples:

  • Remembering cookie consent settings

  • Security-related functionality

b. Analytical/Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our site by collecting information anonymously. This helps us improve site performance and user experience.

Examples:

  • Google Analytics (_ga, _gid)

  • Visitor session tracking

c. Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences or login details (if applicable).

Examples:

  • Language preferences

  • Saved form fields

d. Marketing/Targeting Cookies

We may use these to deliver personalised ads or content based on your interests and browsing behaviour.

Note: As of now, we do not use targeted advertising cookies. If that changes, this policy will be updated and your consent will be requested accordingly.


4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our site may be placed by third-party services, such as:

  • Google Analytics

  • YouTube or Vimeo (embedded videos)

  • Social media platforms (e.g. LinkedIn, Facebook if social plugins are used)

These third parties may use cookies to collect data about your online activities across different websites. We do not control their cookie settings, so we recommend reviewing their privacy and cookie policies separately.


5. Cookie Consent and Control

When you first visit www.softwarence.com, you will see a cookie banner or pop-up asking for your consent to use non-essential cookies.

You can:

  • Accept all cookies

  • Reject non-essential cookies

  • Manage your preferences

You can also control cookies through your browser settings:

Manage Cookies via Browser:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and other site data

  • Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data

  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data

  • Edge: Settings > Site permissions > Cookies and site data

Note: Disabling cookies may affect how the site functions.


6. How Long Cookies Are Stored

Cookies remain on your device for a duration depending on their type:

  • Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser

  • Persistent cookies: Remain until they expire or you delete them

Google Analytics cookies typically expire after 2 years unless deleted earlier.


7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our business practices.

We recommend checking this page periodically for the latest information.


8. Contact Us

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

Softwarence Ltd
Email: contact@softwarence.com
Website: www.softwarence.com