Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2025

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our platform.

This Cookie Policy explains how DocLibrary Limited ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website and platform.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

  • Authentication and login status
  • Security and fraud prevention
  • Load balancing and performance
  • Cookie consent preferences

2.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.

  • Language and region preferences
  • User interface customizations
  • Form data and progress saving
  • Accessibility settings

2.3 Analytics Cookies

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

  • Google Analytics (anonymized)
  • Page views and user journeys
  • Performance monitoring
  • Error tracking and debugging

2.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

  • Targeted advertising
  • Social media integration
  • Campaign performance tracking
  • Retargeting and remarketing

3. Third-Party Cookies

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

  • Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance monitoring
  • Google Ads: Advertising and conversion tracking
  • LinkedIn: Professional networking and recruitment advertising
  • Facebook: Social media integration and advertising
  • Stripe: Payment processing (essential for transactions)

4. Cookie Duration

4.1 Session Cookies

These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They are used for essential functions like maintaining your login session.

4.2 Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They remember your preferences and settings for future visits.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Accept only essential cookies
  • Customize your preferences by cookie category

5.2 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View and delete existing cookies
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)
  • Receive notifications when cookies are set

5.3 Opt-Out Links

You can opt out of specific third-party cookies:

6. Legal Basis for Cookie Use

Under UK data protection law, we use different legal bases for different types of cookies:

  • Essential Cookies: Legitimate interest (necessary for website function)
  • Functional Cookies: Legitimate interest (improving user experience)
  • Analytics Cookies: Consent (you can opt out)
  • Marketing Cookies: Consent (you can opt out)

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not work properly:

  • You may need to log in repeatedly
  • Your preferences and settings may not be saved
  • Some interactive features may not function
  • We cannot provide personalized content

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.

9. Contact Us

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

DocLibrary Limited

Email: [email protected]

Address: [Company Address], United Kingdom