Cookie Policy
Last updated: 9th September 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, which can make it easier to visit the site again and make the site more useful to you.
2. How We Use Cookies
Clear Stocks Limited uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website clear-stocks.com. We use cookies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyse website traffic and user behaviour
- Improve website functionality and performance
- Provide personalised content and recommendations
- Enable social media features
- Deliver relevant advertising (where applicable)
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Necessary Cookies
Purpose: Essential for the website to function properly
Examples:
- Session management cookies
- Security cookies
- Cookie consent preferences
- Website functionality cookies
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (essential for website operation)
Retention Period: Session cookies expire when you close your browser; persistent cookies typically last 12 months
3.2 Analytics Cookies
Purpose: Help us understand how visitors use our website
Examples:
- Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat)
- Page view tracking
- User interaction measurements
- Traffic source identification
Legal Basis: Consent
Retention Period: Up to 26 months
3.3 Functional Cookies
Purpose: Remember your preferences and provide enhanced features
Examples:
- Language preferences
- Newsletter subscription status
- Contact form auto-fill
- Personalised content settings
Legal Basis: Consent
Retention Period: Up to 12 months
3.4 Marketing Cookies
Purpose: Track visitors across websites for marketing and advertising purposes
Examples:
- Social media tracking pixels
- Advertising network cookies
- Email marketing tracking
- Retargeting cookies
Legal Basis: Consent
Retention Period: Up to 24 months
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. These may include:
4.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics sets cookies to help us compile reports on website activity.
Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy
Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
4.2 Social Media Platforms
Social media sharing buttons and embedded content may set cookies from platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
4.3 Email Marketing Services
Our newsletter and email communications may contain tracking pixels to measure engagement and delivery success.
5. Your Cookie Choices
5.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner with the following options:
- Accept All: Allow all cookies including analytics and marketing
- Necessary Only: Only allow essential cookies required for website function
- Custom Settings: Choose which categories of cookies to allow
5.2 Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
5.3 Opt-out Links
- Google Analytics: Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Digital Advertising Alliance: aboutads.info/choices
- Your Online Choices: youronlinechoices.com
6. Cookie Management
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clicking the cookie settings link in our website footer
- Adjusting your browser settings as described above
- Contacting us directly at [email protected]
Note: Disabling certain cookies may limit your ability to use some features of our website.
7. Mobile Devices
Mobile devices use advertising identifiers instead of cookies. You can manage these settings:
7.1 iOS Devices
Settings > Privacy & Security > Apple Advertising > Personalised Ads
7.2 Android Devices
Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalisation
8. Changes to Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Displaying a prominent notice on our website
- Sending email notifications for material changes (where we have your consent)
9. Contact Information
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Clear Stocks Limited
42 King William Street
London EC4R 9AN
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
General Enquiries: [email protected]
Phone: +44 20 7946 0958
10. Additional Resources
For more information about cookies and your privacy rights:
- ICO Cookie Guidance: ico.org.uk
- About Cookies: aboutcookies.org
- All About Cookies: allaboutcookies.org