Cookie Policy
Last updated: 1st January 2024
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Liticdifte ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website liticdifte.com. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using our cookie management tool.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
Cookies contain information about your browsing activities and preferences, but they cannot access other files on your device or cause harm to your system.
2.1 Types of Cookies
Cookies can be classified in several ways:
By Ownership:
- First-party cookies: Set directly by our website
- Third-party cookies: Set by other websites or services we use
By Duration:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted
By Purpose:
- Strictly necessary cookies: Essential for website functionality
- Performance cookies: Collect information about website usage
- Functional cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
- Marketing cookies: Used for advertising and tracking
3. Cookies We Use
We use different types of cookies for various purposes on our website:
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They enable basic functions such as page navigation, security, and access to secure areas.
3.2 Performance/Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us improve our website's performance and user experience.
3.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personal features.
3.4 Marketing/Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track advertising campaign performance. They may be set by us or third-party advertising partners.
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that set their own cookies on our website. These services include:
4.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as:
- Number of visitors to our website
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- How visitors arrived at our website
- General geographic location (country/city level)
For more information about Google Analytics cookies, visit Google's Analytics Cookie Usage page.
4.2 Social Media Platforms
Our website includes social media sharing buttons and embedded content from platforms such as:
These platforms may set their own cookies when you interact with their content. Please refer to their respective privacy and cookie policies for more information.
4.3 Email Marketing Services
We may use email marketing platforms that place cookies to track email campaign performance and user engagement with our newsletters.
5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
We use cookies based on the following legal grounds:
5.1 Consent
For non-essential cookies (analytics, functional, and marketing cookies), we obtain your explicit consent before placing these cookies on your device.
5.2 Legitimate Interest
For strictly necessary cookies, we rely on legitimate interest as they are essential for website functionality and security.
5.3 Contract Performance
Some cookies are necessary to provide services you have requested, such as newsletter subscriptions.
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies on our website:
6.1 Cookie Consent Manager
Use our cookie consent tool to:
- Accept all cookies
- Accept only necessary cookies
- Customize your preferences for different cookie categories
- Change your preferences at any time
You can access the cookie manager by clicking the "Manage Cookies" button in our website footer.
6.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete existing cookies
- Set alerts when cookies are being sent
Browser-Specific Instructions:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
6.3 Opt-Out Tools
For advertising cookies, you can use industry opt-out tools:
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our website:
7.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
Disabling these cookies may result in:
- Loss of website functionality
- Inability to access secure areas
- Security vulnerabilities
- Loss of user preferences
7.2 Analytics Cookies
Disabling these cookies will:
- Prevent us from improving our website based on usage data
- Not affect website functionality
- Maintain your privacy from analytics tracking
7.3 Functional Cookies
Disabling these cookies may result in:
- Loss of personalized features
- Need to re-enter preferences on each visit
- Reduced website convenience
7.4 Marketing Cookies
Disabling these cookies will:
- Prevent targeted advertising
- Result in less relevant advertisements
- Maintain your privacy from advertising tracking
8. Data Protection and Privacy
We are committed to protecting your privacy and personal data in accordance with UK data protection laws:
8.1 Data Minimization
We only collect cookie data that is necessary for our stated purposes and delete it when no longer needed.
8.2 Data Security
Cookie data is protected using appropriate technical and organizational security measures.
8.3 Data Sharing
We do not sell cookie data to third parties. Data may be shared with service providers under strict contractual obligations.
8.4 Your Rights
You have the right to:
- Access information about cookies we use
- Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies
- Request deletion of cookie data
- Object to cookie processing
9. International Data Transfers
Some of our third-party service providers may be located outside the UK. When cookie data is transferred internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:
- Adequacy decisions by the UK government
- Standard contractual clauses
- Certification schemes
- Approved codes of conduct
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in our use of cookies
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- New technologies or services
- Industry best practices
When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the "Last updated" date
- Notify you through our website or email
- Request renewed consent for new cookie types
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Address:
Liticdifte
45 Green Street
Manchester, M1 2AB
United Kingdom
Phone: +44 161 234 5678
We will respond to all cookie-related inquiries within 30 days.
12. Complaints
If you believe we have not handled your cookie data appropriately, you can lodge a complaint with the UK's data protection authority:
Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
Website: ico.org.uk
Phone: 0303 123 1113