Cookies Policy
1. Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how events-jobs.co.uk ("the Website") uses them, the types of cookies we use, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. By continuing to use the Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to the website operator.
Cookies may be set by the website you are visiting ("first-party cookies") or by third parties whose services the website uses ("third-party cookies"). Cookies can be "session" cookies (which are deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" cookies (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them).
3. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
We use cookies in accordance with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR) and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) as supplemented by the Data Protection Act 2018.
Strictly necessary cookies do not require your consent, as they are essential for the Website to function. For all other cookies, we will obtain your consent before placing them on your device. You may withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences or browser settings.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Website to function correctly. They enable core features such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. The Website cannot operate properly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
Type |
| session_id |
Maintains your session while browsing the Website |
Session |
First-party |
| csrf_token |
Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks |
Session |
First-party |
| cookie_consent |
Stores your cookie consent preferences |
1 year |
First-party |
4.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data allows us to improve the Website’s structure, content, and user experience.
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
Type |
| _ga |
Distinguishes unique users (Google Analytics) |
2 years |
Third-party |
| _ga_[ID] |
Maintains session state (Google Analytics 4) |
2 years |
Third-party |
| _gid |
Distinguishes unique users (Google Analytics) |
24 hours |
Third-party |
4.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable the Website to provide enhanced features and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences, language settings, and login details. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these features may not function properly.
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
Type |
| user_preferences |
Stores display preferences (e.g. job alert filters, location) |
1 year |
First-party |
| recent_searches |
Remembers your recent job searches for convenience |
30 days |
First-party |
| language |
Stores your preferred language setting |
1 year |
First-party |
4.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. They are usually placed by advertising networks with the Website operator’s permission.
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
Type |
| _fbp |
Identifies browsers for advertising and site analytics (Facebook/Meta) |
3 months |
Third-party |
| fr |
Delivers, measures, and improves ad relevancy (Facebook/Meta) |
3 months |
Third-party |
| IDE |
Provides ad delivery or retargeting (Google/DoubleClick) |
13 months |
Third-party |
| li_sugr |
Identifies users outside the LinkedIn Insight Tag (LinkedIn) |
3 months |
Third-party |
5. Cookie Consent and Your Choices
When you first visit the Website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of the Website.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies, delete existing cookies, and set preferences for certain websites. Please note that if you disable or refuse cookies, some parts of the Website may become inaccessible or not function properly.
Common browser cookie settings pages:
- Google Chrome: chrome://settings/cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: about:preferences#privacy
- Microsoft Edge: edge://settings/privacy
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on the Website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the use of these cookies and cannot access them. Third-party cookie providers have their own privacy policies that govern how they use the information collected.
The third-party services we use that may set cookies include:
- Google Analytics – for website traffic analysis and reporting
- Google Ads / DoubleClick – for advertising and remarketing
- Facebook / Meta Pixel – for advertising measurement and optimisation
- LinkedIn Insight Tag – for advertising and analytics
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party providers to understand how they use your data.
7. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) setting that sends a signal to websites requesting that your browsing activity is not tracked. At present, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. We will update this policy if a standard is adopted.
8. Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business operations. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookies Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: hi@events-jobs.co.uk
