Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy
Effective Date: February 2025
Last Updated: February 2025
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
How We Use Cookies
Everycast Labs Ltd uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our websites and services to:
- Ensure our websites function properly
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyse website usage and performance
- Improve user experience
- Provide personalised content
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our websites to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. Our websites cannot function properly without these cookies.
Examples:
- Session management cookies
- Authentication cookies
- Security cookies
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our websites. This helps us improve our services and user experience.
PostHog Analytics: We use PostHog for website analytics, which may set cookies to:
- Track page views and user sessions
- Understand user behaviour and preferences
- Generate usage statistics
- Identify areas for improvement
PostHog processes this data in accordance with their privacy policy and GDPR requirements.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization features.
Examples:
- Language preference cookies
- User interface customisation cookies
- Feature preference cookies
Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how our websites perform and identify technical issues.
Examples:
- Page load time measurement
- Error tracking and reporting
- Performance monitoring
Third-Party Cookies
Our websites may include content or services from third parties, which may set their own cookies. We do not control these third-party cookies.
Common Third-Party Services:
- Social media platforms (for sharing buttons)
- Video hosting services
- Payment processors (for e-commerce functionality)
- Customer support tools
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
You can control and/or delete cookies through your browser settings. However, please note that removing or blocking cookies may impact your user experience and some features may not function properly.
Popular Browser Cookie Settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of analytics tracking by:
- Using browser "Do Not Track" settings
- Installing browser extensions that block analytics
- Contacting us to request opt-out (though this may limit functionality)
Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you may see a cookie consent banner. By continuing to use our website or clicking "Accept," you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
You can withdraw your consent at any time by:
- Clearing your browser cookies
- Adjusting your browser settings
- Contacting us directly
Product-Specific Cookie Usage
Dottie Boards Website
- Essential cookies for e-commerce functionality
- Analytics cookies for usage tracking
- Functional cookies for customisation
Broadcast Bridge Platform
- Authentication and session management cookies
- Performance monitoring cookies
- Feature preference cookies
ICEPerf Service
- Session management for test results
- Performance tracking cookies
- User preference cookies
Data Retention
Cookies are retained for different periods depending on their purpose:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain until expiration date or manual deletion
- Analytics cookies: Typically retained for 24-26 months
Your Rights
Under applicable data protection laws, you have rights regarding cookies and the data they collect:
- Right to information about cookie usage
- Right to consent or refuse non-essential cookies
- Right to access data collected via cookies
- Right to deletion of cookie data
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.
International Considerations
If you are accessing our services from outside the UK, please note that cookies may be transferred to and processed in the UK and other countries where our service providers are located.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Everycast Labs Ltd
Email: [email protected]
Website: everycastlabs.uk
For specific questions about opting out of analytics tracking, please include "Cookie Opt-Out" in your subject line.