Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2024

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

How We Use Cookies

crux-mate uses cookies and similar technologies for several purposes:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

• Cookie Consent: Remembers your cookie preferences so we do not ask you repeatedly.
• Session Management: Maintains your session while you navigate between pages.

Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

• Form Data: Temporarily stores form information to improve user experience.
• Preferences: Remembers settings like language or region if applicable.

Analytics Cookies

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

• Page Views: Records which pages are visited and for how long.
• Traffic Sources: Identifies how visitors arrive at our website.
• User Journey: Tracks navigation patterns to identify areas for improvement.

Cookie Duration

Cookies may be either session cookies or persistent cookies:

• Session Cookies: These are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser.
• Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. We use persistent cookies to remember your preferences for future visits.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Examples include:

• Analytics providers that help us measure website performance
• Social media platforms if we embed social sharing buttons

Managing Cookies

You have several options for managing cookies:

Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Your choice is saved in your browser's local storage.

Browser Settings

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

• View cookies stored on your device
• Delete cookies individually or all at once
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
• Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being set

Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your experience on our website and limit certain functionality.

Browser-Specific Instructions

For information on managing cookies in your specific browser, please visit your browser's help pages or support website.

Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we may use local storage to save your preferences (such as your cookie consent choice). Local storage works similarly to cookies but can store more data and does not expire automatically. You can clear local storage through your browser settings.

Do Not Track

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Our website currently does not respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can manage cookies and tracking through the methods described above.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact Us

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

crux-mate
14 Cathedral Road
Pontcanna, Cardiff CF11 9LJ
Email: [email protected]