Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy of Tierpoint Partners Limited
1. Introduction
At Tierpoint Partners Limited, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about the data we collect. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use on our website. This policy has been updated to reflect recent changes in data privacy laws, particularly regarding third-party cookies and the requirement for explicit consent.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit our website. They allow the website to recognize your device and store information about your preferences or actions, making your browsing experience smoother and more personalized.
Cookies can be classified into two categories:
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First-party cookies: Set by the website you are visiting directly, i.e., by Tierpoint Partners Limited.
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Third-party cookies: Set by external parties (e.g., advertisers, analytics providers) that may collect data across websites.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our website:
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Strictly Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the functioning of our website. They enable core functionalities such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, some parts of the website may not work properly.
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Performance and Analytics Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information such as page visits and traffic sources. This data is aggregated and anonymized, helping us improve website performance.
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Functional Cookies: These cookies enable the website to remember your preferences and provide enhanced features, such as remembering your login details or language settings.
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Targeting and Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you. They track your browsing habits across websites and may be used by third parties, such as advertisers, to deliver targeted advertising based on your interests. This type of cookie requires explicit consent.
4. Third-Party Cookies
In line with recent legal updates, Tierpoint Partners Limited requires explicit consent from website visitors before any third-party cookies are placed on their devices. These cookies are typically placed by third parties to collect data for purposes such as advertising, analytics, or social media integration.
Examples of third-party services we may use include:
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Google Analytics: Used to analyse website traffic and user behaviour to help us improve the website.
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Social Media Plugins: These may allow you to share content or connect with us through platforms like Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn.
We ensure that third-party services we work with comply with relevant data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
5. Consent for Cookies
Under the GDPR and other data protection regulations, Tierpoint Partners Limited is required to obtain explicit consent before placing non-essential cookies (such as performance, analytics, and advertising cookies) on your device. When you visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
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Accept all cookies.
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Customize your cookie preferences by enabling or disabling specific categories of cookies (excluding strictly necessary cookies).
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Decline all non-essential cookies.
You can modify or withdraw your consent at any time through the cookie settings on our website.
6. How to Manage Cookies
You have full control over how cookies are used on our website. You can manage or disable cookies through the following methods:
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Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can block or delete cookies from specific websites or prevent all cookies from being placed on your device. However, please note that disabling cookies may impact the functionality of our website.
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Cookie Consent Tool: On our website, you can use the cookie consent tool to customize your preferences. You can revisit this tool to modify your choices at any time.
To learn more about managing cookies, visit the help section of your browser or consult resources such as https://www.aboutcookies.org
7. Cookie Retention Periods
Cookies have varying retention periods depending on their type:
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Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and are deleted once you close your browser.
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Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until you delete them manually. They allow the website to remember your preferences on future visits.
We ensure that cookies are only retained for as long as necessary and in compliance with applicable data privacy laws.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
Tierpoint Partners Limited may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or to ensure compliance with legal requirements. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our Cookie Policy or your cookie preferences, please contact us at:
Email: csr@tierpointpartners.com
Phone: 01216301231
Address: 6a, Little Aston, Sutton Coldfield, B74 3UF