Cookie Policy (UK)

Last Updated: December 2025

1. Introduction

At Inkbot Design, we are committed to protecting the privacy of our UK visitors. This policy explains how we use cookies in compliance with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and the UK GDPR.

In Plain English: Even though the UK has left the EU, the rules on privacy are still very strict (and distinct). We follow the UK's specific rules to ensure we treat your data with respect. We use technology to make this website work and to improve our content, but we don't sell your data.

2. What is a “Cookie”?

The Legal Definition: A cookie is a small file of letters and numbers that we store on your browser or the hard drive of your computer. Under UK law, we are allowed to store cookies on your device if they are strictly necessary for the operation of this site. For all other types of cookies, we need your permission.

In Plain English: Think of a cookie like a “digital wristband.” When you visit us, we give you a wristband so we recognise you when you move from the homepage to the blog. It helps the site load faster and ensures things don't break.

3. The Cookies We Use

We categorise our cookies based on the ICO (Information Commissioner's Office) guidelines. Here is exactly what is running on Inkbot Design:

A. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the operation of our website. They include, for example, cookies that enable you to log into secure areas of our website or use a shopping cart.

  • Consent: Under PECR, we do not require your consent to place these, as the website cannot function properly without them.

B. Analytical/Performance Cookies (Google Analytics 4)

We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to recognise and count the number of visitors and to see how visitors move around our website when they are using it. This helps us improve the way our website works, for example, by ensuring that users can easily find what they are looking for.

  • What it tracks: Popular pages, time spent on the site, and general location (e.g., “London”).
  • Anonymisation: We utilise IP anonymisation features to ensure that we are examining aggregate trends, rather than your specific personal identity.
  • In Plain English: We use this to see if people prefer reading about “Branding” or “Web Design.” It helps us write better stuff. It tracks the crowd, not the person.

C. Functionality & Embedded Content (YouTube)

We sometimes embed video content from YouTube to enhance our blog posts. If you interact with this content (e.g., click “Play”), YouTube may set cookies on your device.

  • Note: Inkbot Design does not control the dissemination of these cookies. You should check the third-party website (YouTube/Google) for more information about these.

D. No Targeting/Advertising Cookies

We do not use advertising pixels.

  • In Plain English: We do not use trackers from Meta (Facebook), LinkedIn, or X (Twitter) to retarget you with ads after you leave our site.

4. Managing Your Cookies (Your Rights)

You have the right to choose whether to accept these cookies.

1. Browser Controls You can block cookies by activating the setting on your browser that allows you to refuse the setting of all or some cookies. However, if you use your browser settings to block all cookies (including essential cookies), you may not be able to access all or parts of our site.

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data

2. Google Analytics Opt-Out To opt out of being tracked by Google Analytics across all websites, you can visit:

5. Contacting the Regulator

If you feel that your data has not been handled correctly, or you are unhappy with our response to any requests you have made to us regarding the use of your personal data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).

6. Changes to this Policy

We reserve the right to update this policy to reflect changes in the UK Data Protection Act 2018 or other relevant legislation. Any changes will be posted here.