Duckcheck Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 11 June 2024

1. Introduction

Welcome to Duckcheck. This Cookie Policy explains how Duckcheck Technology Company Ltd. ("Duckcheck", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, www.duckcheck.com and any of its subdomains (collectively, the "Website").

This policy outlines:

What cookies and similar technologies are;
Why we use them;
The specific types we use;
How you can control them.

Our approach to cookies reflects our broader commitment to protecting your personal data. For more information about how we handle personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you access a website. They allow the website to recognise your device and remember information about your visit — such as login details, preferences, and usage history.

We also use similar technologies, including:

Web beacons/pixels: Tiny graphics with a unique identifier used to track browsing activity.
Local storage: Browser-based storage that retains data even after closing the browser.
JavaScript and SDKs: Used to enable features and analyse usage.

Throughout this policy, we refer to all of these collectively as "Cookies".

3. Why We Use Cookies

We use Cookies for several key purposes to improve your experience and ensure our Website works securely and effectively:

Strictly Necessary: To enable core site functionality, such as security, authentication, and access to secure areas.
Security and Fraud Prevention: To detect and prevent security threats, abuse, or fraud, including during KYB onboarding flows.
Performance and Analytics: To understand how users interact with the Website and improve its usability, including tracking visits, traffic sources, and page behaviour.
Functionality: To remember your preferences (e.g. region, language) and provide a tailored experience.
Advertising and Targeting: To deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness, including use on third-party platforms like LinkedIn.

4. Legal Basis for Use of Cookies

Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR):

Strictly Necessary Cookies do not require consent but must be clearly disclosed.
All other Cookies (e.g., analytics, functionality, marketing) require your explicit opt-in consent before being stored or accessed on your device.

We obtain consent via our cookie banner when you first visit our Website. You may withdraw or modify your consent at any time (see Section 7).

5. Types of Cookies We Use

We categorise the cookies we use into the following:

Category	Description
Strictly Necessary	Essential for operating the Website. These include cookies for authentication and security.
Performance / Analytics	Collect anonymised data about how users interact with the site. This helps us improve performance and user experience.
Functionality	Remember choices and preferences to personalise your experience (e.g., language settings).
Targeting / Advertising	Track browsing habits to deliver relevant ads and limit ad repetition. Often set by third-party advertising partners.

6. Specific Cookies in Use

The table below lists specific cookies currently used on our Website. This list is reviewed regularly.

Cookie Name	Provider	Type	Duration	Purpose	Category
_ga	Google	HTTP	2 years	Used to distinguish users for analytics.	Performance
_gid	Google	HTTP	24 hours	Tracks user behaviour across pages.	Performance
cookie_consent	Duckcheck	Local	6 months	Stores user's cookie consent preferences.	Strictly Necessary
li_fat_id	LinkedIn	HTTP	30 days	Used to deliver ads and track conversions.	Advertising

This list may change as we update our services or adopt new third-party tools. For a complete list, please refer to our Cookie Settings Panel or contact us (see Section 9).

7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have the right to accept or reject cookies. You can:

Adjust your cookie preferences via our Cookie Settings Panel.
Withdraw consent at any time by revisiting the panel.
Modify your browser settings to block or delete cookies. However, this may affect the Website's functionality.

For browser-specific instructions:

8. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow selected third parties (e.g., LinkedIn, Google Analytics) to place cookies on your device. These parties process your data for their own purposes and have their own privacy and cookie policies.

We do not control third-party cookie behaviour, so we encourage you to consult their respective documentation for more information.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. When we do, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top and, where appropriate, notify you through a banner or other notice.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies or how we respect your data rights, you can contact us at:

Duckcheck Technology Company Ltd

Email: privacy@duckcheck.com