Cookie Policy
Learn about how we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience on our broker comparison platform.
Last updated: December 15, 2024
This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language and other settings, which can make your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and provide personalized content. Our cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our broker comparison platform and improve our services.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
- Session management and user authentication
- Security and fraud prevention
- Load balancing and website functionality
- Cookie consent preferences
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting anonymous information about page visits, traffic sources, and user behavior patterns.
- Google Analytics for website traffic analysis
- Page view tracking and user journey mapping
- Performance monitoring and optimization
- Error tracking and debugging
Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and settings to provide a more personalized experience.
- Language and region preferences
- Theme settings (light/dark mode)
- Broker comparison preferences
- Newsletter subscription status
Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
- Targeted advertising and retargeting
- Social media integration
- Affiliate tracking and commission management
- Campaign performance measurement
Third-Party Cookies
We may allow third-party service providers to place cookies on your device to help us analyze website usage and provide enhanced functionality. These include:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance tracking
- Social Media Platforms: For social sharing and login functionality
- Advertising Networks: For targeted advertising and remarketing
- Customer Support Tools: For live chat and help desk functionality
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Allow only first-party cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Set cookies to expire when you close your browser
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can choose which types of cookies to accept. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our footer.
Cookie Retention
Different cookies have different retention periods:
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent Cookies: Remain for a set period (typically 30 days to 2 years)
- Analytics Cookies: Usually retained for 26 months
- Marketing Cookies: Retention varies by provider (typically 30-90 days)
Impact of Disabling Cookies
While you can browse our website with cookies disabled, some functionality may be limited:
- Personalized broker recommendations may not work properly
- Your preferences and settings won't be remembered
- Some interactive features may be unavailable
- We won't be able to provide the most relevant content
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 with a new "Last Updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Email: privacy@brokercomparison.com
Subject: Cookie Policy Inquiry