Cookie Policy
Last Updated: December 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how HC Marketing & Communications uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. We are committed to transparency about how we collect and use information. This policy complies with UK GDPR and ePrivacy Regulations.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are stored on your browser and contain information about your browsing activity. There are two main types:
We use cookies for the following purposes:
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly:
These help us understand how visitors interact with our website:
These are used only if you consent to receive marketing communications:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| hcmarketing_session | Essential | Maintains user session | Session |
| auth_token | Essential | Authentication and security | 24 hours |
| _ga | Performance | Google Analytics tracking (if enabled) | 2 years |
| linkedin_tracking | Marketing | LinkedIn recruitment campaigns | 90 days |
| user_preferences | Essential | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:
Please review their privacy policies for more information:
Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled. However, you can block them through your browser settings (though this may affect site functionality).
Non-Essential Cookies: You have full control over performance and marketing cookies. When you visit our site for the first time, you are asked to consent to non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time.
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
If you disable essential cookies, you may not be able to:
We respect your privacy choices. Non-essential cookies are only set if you have provided explicit consent through our application form checkboxes. You can withdraw consent at any time by contacting info@hcmarketingsolutions.co.uk
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. We respect DNT signals, though we cannot guarantee all third-party services will comply with your DNT preferences.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting. Your continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
If you have questions about our cookie usage, please contact us at:
This Cookie Policy complies with UK GDPR, PECR (Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations), and ICO guidelines.