1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed 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.
This Cookie Policy explains how Opscel Limited (trading as "Opscel") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and services.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function without them.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your session state | Session |
| csrf_token | Security token to prevent cross-site attacks | Session |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
2.2 Performance/Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Stores your display preferences | 1 year |
| language | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
2.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites.
Note: We currently do not use marketing cookies. If this changes, we will update this policy and request your consent before setting any marketing cookies.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. The third parties that set cookies on our website include:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics. See Google's Privacy Policy
4. Managing Cookies
4.1 Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.
4.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options", "Preferences", or "Settings" menu of your browser.
Here are links to cookie management instructions for common browsers:
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and services.
4.3 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
5. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies including:
- Local Storage: Used to store data locally in your browser for better performance.
- Session Storage: Similar to local storage but cleared when you close your browser.
- Pixels/Web Beacons: Small images used to track page views and email opens.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. We encourage you to periodically review this page for the latest information on our use of cookies.
7. More Information
For more information about how we process your personal data, please read our Privacy Policy.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Opscel Limited
Email: privacy@opscel.com
8. About the ICO
The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) is the UK's independent authority set up to uphold information rights. For more information about cookies and your rights, visit ico.org.uk.