Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how BioStart Consulting Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.BioStartConsulting.co.uk. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we process personal data under the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.

By continuing to browse our website, you agree to our use of cookies as described below.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function, improve performance, and provide analytics insights that support our business operations.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)

  • Persistent cookies (stored until they expire or you delete them)

  • First‑party cookies (set by our website)

  • Third‑party cookies (set by external services such as analytics providers)

2. How BioStart Consulting Uses Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure the website operates correctly

  • Improve site performance and user experience

  • Understand how visitors interact with our content

  • Support security and fraud prevention

  • Remember your cookie preferences

We do not use advertising or behavioural‑tracking cookies.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Essential for the website to function. These cannot be switched off.

Examples:

  • Security and session management

  • Cookie consent preferences

Legal basis: Legitimate interests (ensuring website functionality and security)

Analytics & Performance Cookies

Used to understand how visitors use our site so we can improve content and usability. We may use tools such as:

  • Google Analytics

  • Microsoft Clarity

These cookies collect anonymised or pseudonymised data such as:

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on site

  • Browser and device type

  • General (non‑precise) location

Legal basis: Consent (via cookie banner)

Analytics cookies are only activated if you opt in.

Functionality Cookies

Used to remember choices you make, such as form inputs or preferences. These are only used when necessary for service delivery or with your consent.

4. Third‑Party Cookies

Some third‑party services may set cookies when embedded on our site, such as:

  • Video hosting (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo)

  • Analytics providers

  • LinkedIn Insight Tag (if used for B2B marketing)

Each provider has its own privacy and cookie policies.

5. Managing Cookies

You can manage cookies through:

  • Our cookie banner

  • Your browser settings

  • Clearing cookies from your device

Most browsers allow you to:

  • Block all cookies

  • Block third‑party cookies

  • Delete existing cookies

  • Receive alerts before cookies are stored

Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page.

7. Contact Us

For questions about our use of cookies:

BioStart Consulting Ltd Email: Shaun@BioStartConsulting.co.uk Address: 25 Carlingford Road, Hucknall, NG15 7AE, Nottinghamshire, UK