Cookies Policy
Effective Date: 8 July 2025 | Last Updated: 8 July 2025
This Cookies Policy explains how SkillsFile Limited uses cookies and similar technologies on our website (skillsfile.co.uk).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help us understand how you use our site, improve functionality, and personalise your experience.
Cookies can be:
Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
| Type | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Essential cookies | Required for the site to function properly (e.g. form security, navigation) |
| Analytics cookies | To understand visitor behaviour and improve the website (e.g. Google Analytics) |
| Functionality cookies | To remember preferences (e.g. form autofill, language settings) |
We do not use advertising or tracking cookies on this website.
3. Cookies We May Use
Here are some examples:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics – visitor tracking | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics – session tracking | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics – request throttling | 1 minute |
| cookie_notice_accepted | Records cookie consent status | 6 months |
Note: Actual cookies may vary depending on updates to our analytics or platform providers.
4. Managing Cookies
You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
View what cookies are stored
Block cookies entirely
Delete cookies when you close your browser
Set exceptions for specific websites
For more detailed guidance, see www.aboutcookies.org or your browser’s help section.
Please note: Disabling some cookies may affect how our website functions.
5. Your Consent
When you first visit our website, you’ll be asked to accept or manage cookies via a banner. By continuing to use our site after accepting cookies, you consent to our use of them as described in this policy.
6. Contact
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact:
Email: info@skillsfile.co.uk
Let me know if:
You use any ad cookies (like Meta Pixel, LinkedIn Insight, or Google Ads)
You’d like to include a “Manage Cookies” button or modal script
You need this bundled with your Privacy Policy or as a separate link in the footer