1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They enable websites to remember information about your visit and enhance functionality. Most browsers accept cookies by default, though you can configure settings to refuse or delete them.
2. Cookies Used on Hyklen
Hyklen uses only essential cookies necessary for basic site functionality. These include:
Essential Cookies
Purpose: Enable core website functions such as navigation, page loading, and user interface preferences.
Duration: Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Some preference cookies may persist longer (e.g., cookie consent acknowledgment).
Examples: Session identifiers, language preferences, cookie consent status.
3. Cookies NOT Used on Hyklen
We explicitly do not use:
- Analytical cookies: Google Analytics and similar tools that track browsing behavior.
- Advertising cookies: Cookies used for retargeting, behavioral advertising, or marketing attribution.
- Third-party cookies: Cookies from external services for profiling or data sharing.
- Social media cookies: Cookies from social platforms for tracking or integration.
4. Cookie Consent
A cookie banner appears on the Hyklen website to inform visitors about cookie usage. You can:
- Accept: Acknowledge that essential cookies are used and continue browsing.
- Decline: Opt out of non-essential cookies (though essential cookies remain necessary for site functionality).
- Learn More: Access this Cookie Policy for detailed information.
5. Managing Your Cookies
Browser Settings: Most browsers provide options to manage cookies. You can:
- View and delete existing cookies.
- Block all cookies or allow only certain types.
- Receive notifications when cookies are set.
- Clear cookies automatically upon browser closure.
Note: Disabling essential cookies may impact website functionality and user experience.
Browser-Specific Instructions
Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
Microsoft Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data
6. Do Not Track
Some browsers include "Do Not Track" functionality. Hyklen respects this setting, though we do not employ tracking technologies that would be affected by this preference.
7. Updates to This Policy
Hyklen may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, regulations, or practices. Updates are posted here with an updated "Last updated" date.
8. Contact Information
For questions about this Cookie Policy:
Hyklen
72 Baker Street
Marylebone, London
W1U 7DQ, United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]