1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners useful information about how their site is being used.
Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser, while session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.
Your Choice: You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.
- Performance Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
- Functionality Cookies: These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference) and provide enhanced, personalised features.
- Marketing Cookies: These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our website. They include cookies that enable you to log into secure areas or remember your cookie consent preferences.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
cookie_consent |
Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
session_id |
Maintains your session state across page requests | Session |
csrf_token |
Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery | Session |
3.2 Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site.
| 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 |
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
language |
Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
user_preferences |
Stores your site preferences | 1 year |
3.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your online activity to help advertisers deliver more relevant advertising. They are only set with your consent.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_fbp |
Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions and builds audiences | 3 months |
ads_session_id |
Advertising session tracking | Session |
4. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and so on. These cookies are subject to the respective privacy policies of these third parties:
- Google Analytics: Web analytics service - Google Privacy Policy
- Facebook/Meta: Social media and advertising - Meta Privacy Policy
5. Managing Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:
5.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences.
5.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. The following links may be helpful:
- Cookie settings in Chrome
- Cookie settings in Firefox
- Cookie settings in Safari
- Cookie settings in Edge
5.3 Opt-Out Links
You can opt out of specific third-party cookies:
Note: If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly, and your user experience may be affected.
6. Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no uniform standard for how websites should respond to these signals. Our website does not currently respond to "Do Not Track" signals, but you can manage your cookie preferences using the methods described above.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to check this page periodically for any changes.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Email: privacy@businessjungle.com
- Address: BusinessJungle Ltd, London, United Kingdom
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.