Cookie Policy

Last updated: May 2026. This Cookie Policy explains how 3thingsconsulting-marketing.com (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website (the “Site”). It should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which provides additional information about how we process personal data, including data that may be collected through cookies and related technologies. We aim to comply with the Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003 as amended (“PECR”) and applicable guidance from the Information Commissioner’s Office (“ICO”) regarding cookies, similar technologies, and direct marketing.

What are cookies and similar technologies?

Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your device when you visit. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, remember preferences, and support security. Similar technologies include local storage, session storage, pixel tags, and software development kits embedded in apps. Throughout this Policy, we use the term “cookies” to include these similar technologies where they perform an equivalent function, except where we need to distinguish a specific technology for clarity.

How we use cookies on the Site

We keep our use of cookies on the Site intentionally limited. We do not load third-party advertising or analytics scripts for cross-site tracking on the Site itself. However, when you follow outbound links to gambling operators or other third parties, those sites may set their own cookies and use their own technologies under separate policies. The categories below describe what we currently use on the Site and why.

Strictly necessary cookies and storage

These technologies are essential for the Site to function securely and to deliver services you request. They include mechanisms that remember whether you have confirmed you are aged 18 or over for the duration of your browsing session, where such confirmation is required before you can access certain content, and mechanisms that record whether you have accepted or declined non-essential cookies so we do not repeatedly show you the same prompt in a way that conflicts with your choice. Without strictly necessary technologies, parts of the Site may not operate as intended. Under PECR, consent is not required for strictly necessary cookies, but we still explain them here for transparency.

Functional preferences

Where we offer optional functionality that improves usability but is not strictly necessary for delivery of the Site, we will only activate related storage technologies if you have provided any consent required by law. At present, the Site’s core operation relies primarily on strictly necessary storage related to age acknowledgement and cookie choice. If we introduce additional optional features, we will update this Policy and, where required, provide an appropriate consent mechanism before those technologies are used.

Analytics and performance

We do not use first-party analytics cookies that track you across unrelated websites. We may review aggregated server log information through our hosting tools to understand errors, traffic volume, and security events. That processing is described in more detail in our Privacy Policy. If we introduce optional first-party analytics cookies in the future, we will obtain consent where required and update this Policy with retention periods and opt-out instructions.

Marketing cookies on this Site

We do not use on-site marketing cookies to profile you for behavioural advertising on third-party websites. Commercial relationships with operators may be supported through outbound affiliate links rather than through on-site ad networks. If this approach changes, we will revise this Policy and provide clear choices where legally required.

Cookie banner and consent management

When you first visit the Site after clearing cookies or using a fresh browser profile, you may see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies where relevant. Your choice may be stored in browser storage so that the Site can honour it on subsequent visits. You can change your mind at any time by clearing Site data through your browser settings and revisiting the Site, or by contacting us if we provide an additional preference tool.

Session storage and local storage

In addition to traditional cookies, the Site may use session storage to remember that you have completed an age check during a browsing session, and local storage to remember cookie consent decisions across sessions where technically appropriate. These technologies store small text values on your device within your browser. They can usually be deleted using browser controls alongside cookies. If you block storage entirely, parts of the Site experience may degrade.

How long cookies last

Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies and stored preference values remain until they reach their expiry date or you delete them. The retention period for any specific technology depends on its purpose. For example, a cookie consent flag may persist for up to twelve months unless you clear it earlier, while security cookies may expire sooner. We review retention periods periodically and adjust them where appropriate.

How to control cookies in your browser

Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies through settings. You can usually find these controls under “privacy”, “security”, or “site data” menus. Blocking all cookies may prevent the Site from remembering legitimate preferences and may interfere with features such as the cookie banner state. For device-specific guidance, consult documentation published by your browser vendor or device manufacturer.

Do Not Track signals

There is no consistent industry standard for how browsers communicate “Do Not Track” signals. We therefore do not respond to such signals in a uniform automated way. You can exercise privacy choices through browser cookie controls and through the preference tools we provide on the Site.

Updates to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or Site functionality. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date. Where we materially increase non-essential tracking, we will obtain consent where required before activating new technologies.

Contact

Questions about cookies or this Policy: info@3thingsconsulting-marketing.com.