Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 1, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how The Cato Bot Company Limited (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at catobotcompany.com and use our services.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, making your experience more efficient and personalized.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled through our cookie consent system:

What they do:

• Session management: Maintain your browsing session and form data
• Security protection: CSRF tokens and secure form submissions
• Cookie consent: Remember your cookie preferences for 1 year
• Navigation: Ensure proper website functionality and user experience

Legal basis: Necessary for website operation (GDPR Article 6(1)(f) - legitimate interests)

Analytics Cookies (Optional - Requires Your Consent)

These cookies help us understand website usage and improve user experience. They are only active if you explicitly consent to analytics tracking.

What they collect:

• Google Analytics 4: Anonymous usage statistics with privacy-first configuration
• Page interactions: Time spent on pages, user navigation patterns
• Performance data: Site speed, error rates, and optimization opportunities
• Geographic data: Country/city level location (anonymized)

What they DON’T collect:

• ❌ Personal information (names, emails, addresses)
• ❌ Cross-device tracking or advertising profiles
• ❌ Personally identifiable data
• ❌ Social media integration data

Our Privacy-First Analytics:

• ✅ IP addresses are anonymized
• ✅ “Do Not Track” browser settings are respected
• ✅ Google Signals and advertising features are disabled
• ✅ Data expires automatically after 30 days
• ✅ No remarketing or cross-site tracking

Functional Cookies

Currently, we do not use functional cookies beyond those classified as essential. Any future functional cookies will require separate consent through our cookie banner.

Marketing and Advertising Cookies

We do not currently use marketing or advertising cookies. Our website does not include:

• Social media tracking pixels
• Advertising network cookies
• Remarketing tags
• Third-party marketing tools

If we introduce marketing cookies in the future, they will require explicit consent through our cookie consent system.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies. These include:

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics sets cookies to:

• Track user sessions and interactions
• Measure website performance
• Generate usage reports

For more information about Google Analytics cookies, visit: https://developers.google.com/analytics/devguides/collection/analyticsjs/cookie-usage

Social Media Platforms

Our website may include social media sharing buttons and embedded content from platforms such as:

• LinkedIn
• Twitter/X
• YouTube

These platforms may set their own cookies when you interact with their content.

Email Marketing Services

We may use email marketing platforms that track:

• Email open rates
• Click-through rates
• Website visits from email campaigns

4. How Long Do Cookies Last?

Cookies have different lifespans:

Session Cookies

These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are used for essential website functionality.

Persistent Cookies

These remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted. They remember your preferences and settings across multiple visits.

Typical duration:

• Essential cookies: Session or up to 1 year
• Analytics cookies: Up to 2 years
• Marketing cookies: Up to 1 year
• Functional cookies: Up to 1 year

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View and delete existing cookies
• Block cookies from specific sites
• Block third-party cookies
• Clear all cookies when closing the browser

Browser-specific instructions:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

Cookie Consent Management

When you first visit our website, you may see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences
• Learn more about our cookie practices

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by accessing the cookie settings link in our website footer.

Opt-Out Options

For specific third-party cookies, you can opt out directly:

Google Analytics:

• Browser add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
• Google Ads settings: https://adssettings.google.com/

LinkedIn:

• Account settings: https://www.linkedin.com/psettings/guest-controls

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you can browse our website with cookies disabled, please note that:

Essential Cookies

Disabling essential cookies may result in:

• Login issues
• Lost session data
• Reduced functionality
• Security vulnerabilities

Analytics Cookies

Disabling analytics cookies will:

• Not affect website functionality
• Prevent us from understanding user behavior
• Limit our ability to improve the website

Marketing Cookies

Disabling marketing cookies will:

• Not affect core website functionality
• Show less relevant advertisements
• Prevent tracking of campaign effectiveness

7. Mobile Devices and Apps

Mobile Browsers

The cookie settings in mobile browsers work similarly to desktop browsers. You can manage cookies through your mobile browser settings.

Mobile Apps

Our mobile applications may use similar technologies to cookies, such as:

• Local storage
• Device identifiers
• SDK tracking
• Push notification tokens

These are governed by your device’s privacy settings and app permissions.

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:

• Our cookie practices
• Legal requirements
• Technology developments
• New features or services

We will notify you of significant changes by:

• Updating the “last updated” date
• Posting notices on our website
• Sending email notifications to registered users

9. Cookie Inventory

The following table provides details about the specific cookies we use:

Essential Cookies

Analytics Cookies

Marketing Cookies

Note: This inventory may not be exhaustive and is subject to change as we update our services.

10. Legal Basis for Cookie Processing

Under applicable data protection laws, including UK GDPR, we process cookies based on:

• Consent: For non-essential cookies, we obtain your explicit consent
• Legitimate Interest: For analytics and improvement purposes
• Contractual Necessity: For cookies essential to providing our services
• Legal Obligation: For cookies required for compliance

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

The Cato Bot Company Limited
Office 316, 5 Charter House
Lord Montgomery Way
Portsmouth, PO1 2SN
United Kingdom

Email: [email protected]

For cookie-specific inquiries, you can also email: [email protected]

12. Regulatory Information

This Cookie Policy complies with:

• UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
• Data Protection Act 2018
• Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR)
• ePrivacy Directive requirements

Company Registration: England Company Number 10286653

This Cookie Policy is effective as of the last updated date shown above. Please check this page regularly for updates.