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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 12 January 2026

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Catalect uses them on this website, and how you can manage your preferences. We aim to be clear and direct — no technical jargon where plain language will do.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember information about your visit — for example, your language preference or whether you've already seen a cookie notice.

Cookies don't store passwords or payment details. They're a standard part of how websites function, and most can be controlled or deleted through your browser settings.

Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Always Active

Required for the website to function. They enable basic features like page navigation, security, and remembering your cookie preferences. These cannot be disabled.

Duration: Session or up to 12 months | Examples: cookieConsent, session ID

Analytics Cookies

Optional

Help us understand how visitors interact with our website — which pages are popular, how long sessions last, and where visitors come from. This data is anonymised and used only to improve our content.

Duration: Up to 14 months | Provider: Google Analytics

Marketing Cookies

Optional

Used to deliver relevant advertising and track campaign effectiveness across platforms. These cookies link your visit to any advertising you may have seen from us.

Duration: Up to 90 days | Providers: Google Ads, Meta Pixel, Bing

Preference Cookies

Optional

Remember settings you've chosen — like language or display preferences — so you don't have to reconfigure them on each visit.

Duration: Up to 12 months | Examples: Language, region settings

Your Cookie Preferences

Changes take effect immediately and are saved to your browser. Essential cookies cannot be disabled.

Essential Cookies

Required for website operation

Analytics Cookies

Website usage statistics

Marketing Cookies

Advertising and campaign tracking

Preference Cookies

Remember your settings

Preferences saved successfully.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party services embedded in our website. These are governed by the respective providers' own privacy policies:

Google Analytics — website usage analysis
Google Ads / Tag Manager — campaign tracking and conversion measurement
Meta (Facebook) Pixel — advertising campaign performance
Microsoft Clarity / Bing — advertising and behavioural analytics

You can opt out of these services by declining the relevant cookie categories above.

Cookie Duration

Cookies are either session-based or persistent:

Session cookies — deleted automatically when you close your browser. Used for navigation and security.
Persistent cookies — remain on your device for a set period (typically 30 days to 14 months). Used for analytics and preferences.

Managing Cookies in Your Browser

You can manage or delete cookies directly from your browser. Select your browser below for instructions.

Google Chrome

1. Click the three-dot menu (⋮) → Settings

2. Go to Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

3. Choose your preference or manage specific site cookies

4. To delete cookies: Privacy and security → Clear browsing data → Cookies

Mozilla Firefox

1. Click the menu button (☰) → Settings

2. Select Privacy & Security

3. Under Cookies and Site Data, adjust or clear preferences

4. Use "Manage Exceptions" to control specific sites

Safari

1. Open Safari → Preferences (macOS) or Settings (iOS)

2. Go to Privacy tab

3. Choose "Block all cookies" or manage per-site

4. Click "Manage Website Data" to remove stored cookies

Microsoft Edge

1. Click the three-dot menu (…) → Settings

2. Go to Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

3. Adjust blocking preferences or add site exceptions

4. To clear: Privacy, search, and services → Choose what to clear

Note: Blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality. Mobile browser settings are typically found under the browser's Privacy or Advanced settings menu.

Your Rights

You have the right to withdraw or change your cookie consent at any time using the preferences section on this page. Disabling optional cookies won't affect core website functionality, though some personalisation features may be reduced.

For questions about cookies or data handling, contact us at [email protected].