Cookie Policy
How we use cookies and similar tracking technologies
Last updated: 3 December 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how AWE Creative ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides more information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies allow a website to recognise your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions. They help us understand how you use our website and improve your experience.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as they are essential for the website to work.
Examples:
- • Session management cookies
- • Security and authentication cookies
- • Load balancing cookies
2.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve website performance and user experience.
Examples:
- • Google Analytics cookies (anonymised IP addresses)
- • Page view and session duration tracking
- • User flow and navigation patterns
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They remember your preferences and choices to provide a more personalised experience.
Examples:
- • Language preferences
- • Cookie consent preferences
- • Form data retention
2.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness. They may be set by us or by third-party advertising partners. These cookies require your consent.
Examples:
- • Social media tracking pixels
- • Retargeting cookies
- • Conversion tracking cookies
3. Cookies Used on Our Website
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | Analytics | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - Throttles request rate | Analytics | 1 minute |
| cookie-consent | Stores your cookie preferences | Essential | 1 year |
| session-id | Maintains your session | Essential | Session |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our website. These include:
4.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as how often users visit, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used prior to coming to our site.
Google's ability to use and share information collected by Google Analytics is restricted by the Google Privacy Policy and the Google Analytics Terms of Service.
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
4.2 Visitor Identification Services
As part of our services, we use visitor identification technology (such as Snitcher API) that may use cookies or similar technologies to identify visiting companies. This is used to provide our visitor identification and automated outreach services.
This data is collected at the company level, not individual level, and is used in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
5.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose which types of cookies to accept:
- • Essential Cookies: Always enabled (required for website functionality)
- • Analytics Cookies: Optional (help us improve the website)
- • Functional Cookies: Optional (enhance your experience)
- • Marketing Cookies: Optional (used for advertising)
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in the footer or by clearing your browser cookies.
5.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- • Block all cookies
- • Block third-party cookies only
- • Delete existing cookies
- • Set your browser to notify you when cookies are set
Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
Note: Blocking or deleting cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience.
6. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted.
We do not currently respond to DNT browser signals. However, you can control cookies through your browser settings and our cookie consent banner as described above.
7. Similar Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other similar tracking technologies, including:
- • Web Beacons/Pixels: Small transparent images embedded in emails or web pages that track when content is viewed
- • Local Storage: Data stored locally in your browser for faster loading and functionality
- • Session Storage: Temporary data stored for the duration of your browser session
- • Fingerprinting: Techniques used to identify devices based on browser and device characteristics
These technologies are used for similar purposes as cookies and can be managed through your browser settings.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates when changes were last made.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: hello@awecreative.com
Phone: +44 20 1234 5678
Address: AWE Creative, United Kingdom
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