Cookie Policy
1. Introduction
Linx Accounting Services Limited (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies on our website to enhance your browsing experience, measure website performance, and deliver personalised content and advertising.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, why we use them, what information they collect, how long they are stored, and your rights regarding them.
Our main Privacy Policy contains further information about how we handle your personal data. If you have any questions about this policy, contact us at info@linxaccounting.com or by post at 124-128 City Road, London, England, EC1V 2NX.
2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They allow websites to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you use the website
- Deliver personalised experiences and advertising
- Measure website performance and improve functionality
Cookies are either:
- Session cookies: Deleted automatically when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period, allowing websites to recognise you on return visits
3. The cookies we use
Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are required for our website to function correctly. We cannot disable them. They allow you to navigate the site and use essential features like contact forms.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| wordpress_logged_in_[hash] | Keeps you logged in to your account | 14 days |
| wordpress_sec_[hash] | Website security and user authentication | 14 days |
| PHPSESSID | Maintains your session on the website | Until browser closes |
| cookieAdmin | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 12 months |
Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our website, which pages are most popular, and how to improve our site. This information helps us provide a better user experience.
We use Google Analytics for this purpose. Google Analytics cookies collect:
- The pages you visit
- How long you spend on each page
- How you arrived at our site (referral source)
- Your general location (country and city level)
- The device and browser you use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics – tracks user ID | 2 years |
| _ga_[ID] | Google Analytics – tracks session information | 2 years |
| _gat | Google Analytics – throttles request rate | 1 minute |
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking:
- Visit Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on
- Or adjust your cookie preferences when you visit our site
Marketing Cookies
We use marketing cookies to deliver personalised advertisements based on your interests. These cookies help us understand which advertisements are effective and tailor content to your needs.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| fr | Facebook Pixel – tracks conversions and user behaviour | 3 months |
| fbp | Facebook – tracks Facebook ID for ad targeting | 3 months |
4. Third-party cookies
Some cookies are set by third parties on our behalf:
- Google Analytics: Collects anonymised website usage data. See Google’s Privacy Policy
- Facebook Pixel: Tracks conversions and user behaviour for advertising purposes. See Meta’s Cookie Policy
- HubSpot: Our customer relationship management system stores enquiry information. See HubSpot’s Privacy Policy
5. Your consent and choice
Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner appears asking you to accept cookies. You can:
- Accept All: Accept all cookies including analytics and marketing
- Reject All: Reject all cookies except those strictly necessary for the site to function
- Customise: Choose which types of cookies you want to accept
Withdrawing Consent
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clicking the cookie banner (if it reappears)
- Clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the site
- Contacting us at info@linxaccounting.com
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through your browser settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Allow cookies from specific websites only
- Delete cookies automatically when you close your browser
Visit your browser’s help section for instructions on managing cookies, or go to www.allaboutcookies.org.
6. International transfers
Some of our cookie providers (including Google Analytics and Meta Platforms) may transfer data outside the United Kingdom. Where this occurs, we rely on appropriate safeguards including:
- UK International Data Transfer Agreements
- Standard Contractual Clauses
- Adequacy decisions
These safeguards ensure your data receives an equivalent level of protection.
7. Retention periods
- Essential cookies: 14 days to 2 years (depending on function)
- Analytics cookies: Up to 2 years
- Marketing cookies: Up to 3 months
- Consent record: 12 months
8. Your rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:
- Know what cookies we use and why
- Withdraw consent at any time
- Request deletion of your data
- Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office
To exercise any of these rights, contact us at info@linxaccounting.com. We will respond within one month.
9. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us:
- Email: info@linxaccounting.com
- Post: Linx Accounting Services Limited, 124-128 City Road, London, England, EC1V 2NX
- Phone: +1 (648) 493-8734
You can also contact the Information Commissioner’s Office at www.ico.org.uk or call 0303 123 1113.
10. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The date at the top shows when it was last changed. Where changes are significant, we will notify you.
