Cookie Policy
How we use cookies and similar technologies on our website
Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 15th, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Octasoft Ltd uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://www.octasoft.co.uk. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.
This policy complies with the UK's Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners about how visitors use their sites.
We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain on your device until deleted or expired).
UK Legal Requirement
Under UK law, we must obtain your consent before using non-essential cookies. Essential cookies that are necessary for the website to function do not require consent.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We categorise cookies based on their purpose and legal requirements:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration | Consent Required |
|---|---|---|---|
Strictly Necessary Essential | Enable basic website functionality and security | Session / 1 year | No |
Performance Analytics | Collect information about how visitors use our website | 2 years | Yes |
Functional Preferences | Remember your preferences and settings | 1 year | Yes |
3. Specific Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| octasoft-session | Maintains your session state during your visit | Session | Octasoft Ltd |
| cookie-consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year | Octasoft Ltd |
Performance/Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information anonymously.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users and provides website analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics |
| _ga_[CONTAINER_ID] | Persists session state for Google Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics |
| _gid | Distinguishes unique users (short-term) | 24 hours | Google Analytics |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| theme-preference | Remembers your dark/light mode preference | 1 year | Octasoft Ltd |
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, we will ask for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can accept or reject these cookies, and change your preferences at any time.
Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete cookies individually or all at once
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies from being set
Important Note
Please note that blocking all cookies may impact your experience on our website and prevent certain features from working properly.
5. Contact Us About Cookies
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: contact@octasoft.co.uk
Address: 4 The Pound, Charlton, Oxon, OX12 7HN
This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the new policy on this page.