Cookie Policy
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how BonafideCheck ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit bonafidecheck.co.uk (the "Website").
This Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we process personal data more generally.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide information to website operators.
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser), or
- Persistent cookies (stored for a defined period)
3. Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of the Website and cannot be disabled via our systems.
They are used to:
- Enable core functionality
- Maintain secure areas
- Support authentication and session management
- Prevent fraudulent or malicious activity
Legal basis: Legitimate interests / necessary for service operation
Consent required: No
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering user preferences.
Examples include:
- Language or regional preferences
- User interface settings
If you disable these cookies, some functionality may be affected.
Legal basis: Legitimate interests
Consent required: Yes (where applicable)
3.3 Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the Website by collecting information such as:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Navigation paths
- Error messages
All analytics data:
- Is aggregated
- Is anonymised where possible
- Is processed within the UK only
We use this information to improve Website performance and user experience.
Legal basis: Consent
Consent required: Yes
3.4 Security Cookies
Security cookies are used to:
- Detect suspicious activity
- Protect accounts and systems
- Maintain platform integrity
These cookies are essential for maintaining a secure service.
Legal basis: Legitimate interests
Consent required: No
4. Cookies We Do Not Use
BonafideCheck does not use:
- Advertising cookies
- Behavioural tracking cookies
- Cross-site tracking cookies
- Social media tracking pixels
We do not use cookies for marketing or advertising purposes.
5. UK-Only Processing
All cookie data:
- Is stored and processed exclusively on UK-based servers
- Is not transferred outside the United Kingdom
- Is subject solely to UK data protection law
No cookie data is processed internationally.
6. Third-Party Cookies
Where third-party cookies are used (for example, analytics or security tooling):
- Providers are UK-based or UK-hosted
- Processing occurs only within the UK
- Appropriate contractual safeguards are in place
We do not permit third parties to use cookies for their own purposes.
7. Cookie Consent and Control
7.1 Consent Management
On your first visit, you will be presented with a cookie consent mechanism allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Manage preferences
Your preferences are recorded and respected.
7.2 Browser Controls
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may affect Website functionality.
Guidance can be found at:
8. Retention
Cookies are retained only for as long as necessary for their purpose:
- Session cookies expire when the browser is closed
- Persistent cookies expire automatically after a defined period
Retention periods are reviewed regularly.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes take effect upon publication on the Website.
10. Contact
For questions about our use of cookies or data protection practices, contact details are provided on bonafidecheck.co.uk.