Cookie Policy
Vc55 uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate this website, personalise your experience, analyse site performance, and deliver advertising. This policy explains what cookies we place, why we place them, and how you can control them. By continuing to browse this site, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by this site. They may be set by Vc55 or by trusted partners acting on our behalf. Cookies may store identifiers, preferences and usage information to enable features and to analyse site activity. They do not run programs and cannot spread viruses.
Categories of cookies we use
- Strictly Necessary Cookies are essential for the operation of the site. They enable core functions such as secure login, fraud prevention, and access to member areas. These cookies are required for the site to function and cannot be disabled through our systems. They do not collect information for advertising or analytics.
- Functional Cookies remember choices you make (such as language, region and currency) and may record that you have accepted this policy. These cookies improve usability but are not essential for basic site operation.
- Analytical Cookies collect information about how you use the site, including pages visited and links clicked. The data is typically anonymised or pseudonymised to protect your identity and is used to improve performance and service. Consent is required where permitted by law.
- Marketing Cookies track activity across sites to deliver personalised advertising and to assess the effectiveness of campaigns. These cookies are non-essential and require opt-in where required by law. They may be set by our partners and linked to advertising platforms.
Consent and withdrawal
On your first visit, a cookie banner will appear. If you consent to non-essential cookies, your preference will be saved for future visits. You may withdraw or modify your consent at any time by using the site’s cookie settings or by adjusting your browser’s cookie preferences. After withdrawal, non-essential cookies will be disabled going forward and existing non-essential cookies may be deleted.
Third party cookies
We may use third party services for analytics, advertising and social features. These providers set their own cookies and govern their use under their own privacy notices. We do not control these cookies, but you may manage them through the providers’ opt-out mechanisms or by deleting cookies in your browser.
Managing cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Common steps include accessing Settings, selecting Privacy or Cookies, and choosing to block or delete cookies. Blocking essential cookies may impair site functionality. Some areas of this site may offer an explicit opt-in or opt-out for non-essential cookies.
Data retention and security
We retain cookie data in accordance with the category of cookie and applicable law. Typical retention periods are as follows: Strictly Necessary cookies — up to the duration of your session or up to 12 months; Functional cookies — up to 24 months; Analytical cookies — up to 18 months; Marketing cookies — up to 24 months. We implement reasonable security measures to protect cookie data and restrict access to authorized personnel only.
Your rights
You may request access to, correction, or deletion of personal data associated with cookies where applicable. You may object to processing and withdraw consent for non-essential cookies. To exercise rights, contact our privacy team via the provided contact method.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The updated policy will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. Material changes may require renewed consent for non-essential cookies where required by law.
Contact us
If you have questions about this policy or how we use cookies, please contact our privacy team at privacy@vc55.