Cookie Policy
1. Use of Cookies
We may obtain data about you from cookies. These are small text files placed on your computer by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the site owners. Cookies also enable us to deliver more personalised content.
Most web browsers allow some control of most cookies through the browser settings. To find out more about cookies, please refer to our Cookie Policy. Please note that in a few cases, some of our website features may not function if you remove cookies from your browser.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies help websites remember your preferences and settings, understand user behaviour, and improve your browsing experience. They are widely used to enhance site functionality and deliver relevant content.
This Cookie Policy explains what types of cookies we use on the STOIX website (www.stoix.co.uk), how we use them, and how you can control your preferences.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Type | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Required for basic site functionality and security. These cannot be disabled. |
| Performance | Help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g. via Google Analytics). |
| Functional | Enable embedded content such as YouTube or Vimeo videos. |
| Targeting/Third Party | Set by external platforms to improve content delivery or measure engagement. |
4. Cookies in Use on Our Site
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga, _gid | Google Analytics | Tracks user behaviour anonymously to improve site performance | 2 years / 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
| player, vuid | Vimeo | Enables video playback and user preferences | Up to 2 years |
| YSC, VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE | YouTube | Enables video playback and tracks viewing behaviour | Session / 6 months |
| loxo_session | Loxo CRM | Maintains session state and user matching | Session |
| cookieconsent_status | cookiesandyou.com | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
Note: Actual cookie names and durations may vary slightly depending on updates from providers.
5. How to Manage Cookies
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner powered by cookiesandyou.com. This allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
You can also manage or delete cookies via your browser settings. For more information, visit:
6. Third-Party Content
We embed video content from YouTube and Vimeo, which may set cookies when you interact with the videos. These cookies are governed by their respective privacy policies:
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or technology. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
8. Contact
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we handle your data, please contact: Rory McDermott, Co-Founder and Director – contact@stoix.co.uk