Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 04/28/2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Scholar Step Ltd (“we“, “us“, or “our“) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website (www.scholarstep.co.uk). By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit websites. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Necessary for the website to function | Session cookies, authentication cookies |
| Performance Cookies | Help us understand how visitors interact | Google Analytics |
| Functionality Cookies | Remember your preferences | Language selection, font size |
| Marketing Cookies | Track effectiveness of campaigns | Facebook Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may use services from third parties that set cookies on our website, including:
- Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Hotjar: To understand user behavior through heatmaps and session recordings
- Facebook Pixel: To measure the effectiveness of our advertising
- LinkedIn Insight Tag: For tracking conversions and retargeting
These third-party services have their own privacy policies, and we recommend you review them.
5. Cookie Duration
Cookies may be either “session“ or “persistent“ cookies:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that remain until you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
6. Managing Cookies
You can control and/or delete cookies as you wish. Most web browsers allow some control through their settings:
- You can delete all cookies already on your device
- You can set most browsers to prevent cookies from being placed
- For more details, visit www.aboutcookies.org
Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and many other websites you visit.
7. Your Consent
When you first visit our website, we will ask for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences through our cookie consent tool or by changing your browser settings.
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page with a new effective date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Scholar Step Ltd
contact@scholarstep.co.uk