This Cookie Policy explains how Niponi (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. We are committed to transparency in how we collect and use data related to your browsing experience, in line with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), and other applicable UK data protection laws.
By continuing to browse our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy, unless you have adjusted your browser settings to disable them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help us improve website performance, personalise your experience, and provide insights into how visitors use our site.
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies – temporary, deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies – remain on your device until deleted or expired.
- First-party cookies – set by Niponi directly.
- Third-party cookies – set by service providers such as analytics or social media platforms.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on our website:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies
- Enable essential website functions (e.g., navigation, security, access to secure areas).
- These cookies do not require your consent.
- Performance and Analytics Cookies
- Help us understand how visitors use the site.
- Provide data on page visits, time spent, and interaction patterns.
- Example: Google Analytics.
- Functionality Cookies
- Remember your preferences (e.g., language, region, display settings).
- Enhance user experience by personalising content.
- Advertising and Targeting Cookies
- Track browsing habits to deliver relevant ads.
- May be used by third-party advertisers or social networks.
3. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- To ensure our website functions properly.
- To analyse traffic and improve performance.
- To personalise content and remember user preferences.
- To provide relevant advertising where applicable.
- To enhance website security.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Our website may include cookies from third-party services such as:
- Google Analytics – to track website performance and visitor behaviour.
- Social Media Plugins – to enable content sharing on platforms like Facebook, LinkedIn, or Twitter.
Third-party providers are responsible for their own cookie policies, and we encourage you to review them directly.
5. Managing and Disabling Cookies
You have full control over cookies. You can:
- Adjust browser settings to block or delete cookies.
- Withdraw consent to non-essential cookies at any time.
- Use opt-out tools provided by third parties (e.g., Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on).
Please note: disabling some cookies may affect website functionality.
6. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
Under the PECR and UK GDPR, we may store cookies on your device if they are strictly necessary for website operation. For all other types of cookies, we require your consent, which you can provide or withdraw at any time through our cookie banner or browser settings.
7. Data Retention
Cookies are stored for different periods depending on their purpose:
- Session cookies – deleted once you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies – remain until expired or manually removed.
We do not keep personal data longer than necessary.
8. Your Rights
As a UK resident, you have the right to:
- Access personal data associated with cookies.
- Request deletion or correction of such data.
- Withdraw consent for cookie use at any time.
- File a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your rights are being violated.
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology, or our practices. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “last updated” date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or your data rights, please contact us:
- Phone: +44 077 5363 1134
- Email: [email protected]
- Address: 20 Ockham Rd S, East Horsley, Leatherhead KT24 6QN, United Kingdom
