Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and analysing how you use our site.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

2. How We Use Cookies

Humid Nectar uses cookies to:

• Ensure our website functions properly and securely
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Analyse website traffic and user behaviour
• Improve our website performance and user experience
• Provide personalised content and services
• Measure the effectiveness of our marketing efforts

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services.

3.2 Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular.

3.3 Marketing Cookies (Optional)

These cookies are used to deliver adverts more relevant to you and your interests. They may be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may also use third-party services that set their own cookies. These include:

4.1 Google Analytics

• Purpose: Website traffic analysis and user behaviour insights
• Data processed: Anonymised usage statistics
• Privacy policy: Google Privacy Policy

4.2 Social Media Platforms

• Purpose: Social sharing buttons and embedded content
• Platforms: LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook, Instagram
• Note: These cookies are only set when you interact with social media features

4.3 Marketing Tools

• Purpose: Email marketing integration and lead tracking
• Data processed: Newsletter subscriptions and contact form submissions
• Retention: As per your marketing preferences

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner with options to:

• Accept All: Allow all cookies including optional ones
• Necessary Only: Only use essential cookies
• Customise: Choose which types of cookies to allow

5.2 Updating Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

• Using our cookie preference centre (link in footer)
• Clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site
• Adjusting your browser cookie settings

6. Browser Cookie Settings

You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

6.1 Google Chrome

1. Click the three dots menu → Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
2. Choose your preferred cookie setting
3. You can also block specific sites or clear existing cookies

6.2 Mozilla Firefox

1. Click the menu button → Options → Privacy & Security
2. In the Cookies and Site Data section, adjust your preferences
3. You can choose to block all cookies or allow only from visited sites

6.3 Safari

1. Safari menu → Preferences → Privacy
2. Choose your cookie blocking settings
3. You can also manage website data and clear stored cookies

6.4 Microsoft Edge

1. Three dots menu → Settings → Cookies and site permissions
2. Click on Cookies and site data
3. Choose your preferred cookie handling option

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable certain cookies, it may affect your website experience:

7.1 Essential Cookies Disabled

• Website may not function properly
• Forms may not submit correctly
• Security features may be compromised
• Session data may be lost

7.2 Analytics Cookies Disabled

• We cannot track website performance
• User experience improvements may be delayed
• Error detection and fixing may be slower

7.3 Marketing Cookies Disabled

• Content may be less personalised
• Marketing campaigns may be less relevant
• Newsletter preferences may not be remembered

8. Data Protection and Privacy

Cookie data is processed in accordance with:

• UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
• Data Protection Act 2018
• Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR)
• Our comprehensive Privacy Policy

8.1 Data Retention

Cookie data is retained for different periods:

• Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Stored for the duration specified in the cookie table above
• Analytics data: Anonymised and retained for up to 2 years
• Marketing data: Retained until you opt out or withdraw consent

9. International Data Transfers

Some cookies may involve international data transfers to:

• United States (Google Analytics with appropriate safeguards)
• European Economic Area countries
• Other countries with adequate data protection levels

All transfers are made with appropriate safeguards in place to protect your data.

10. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

• Changes in our cookie usage
• New features or services
• Legal or regulatory updates
• Changes in third-party services

Significant changes will be communicated through:

• Website notifications
• Updated policy with new effective date
• Email notifications for substantial changes

11. Contact Us About Cookies

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy:

11.1 Your Rights

You have the right to:

• Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies
• Request information about cookies we use
• Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)
• Request deletion of cookie data (where legally permissible)

12. Useful Resources

For more information about cookies and online privacy:

• ICO Cookies Guidance
• About Cookies
• All About Cookies
• Your Online Choices