Cookies

Last updated: March 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how https://www.postcodedata.io/ ("our website") uses cookies and similar technologies.

Our website is operated by Hank Zarihs Associates Limited, a company registered in England and Wales (Company No. 10256903), with a registered office at:

2nd Floor North Park House, The Precinct, High Road, Broxbourne, EN10 7HY

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure the website functions properly
  • Improve performance and user experience
  • Analyse usage and behaviour
  • Support marketing and advertising activities (where applicable)

This policy complies with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR) and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).

2. What Are Cookies?

A cookie is a small text file stored on your device when you visit a website.

Cookies help websites recognise your device and remember information about your visit.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)
  • Persistent cookies (stored until they expire or are deleted)

Cookies do not usually identify you personally, but may be linked to personal data we hold about you.

3. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customise your preferences

We only use non-essential cookies (analytics and advertising) with your consent.

You can change your preferences at any time via the cookie settings link or icon on our website.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be disabled.

They are used for:

  • User authentication and login
  • Security and fraud prevention
  • Session management
  • Payment processing
  • Remembering cookie preferences

Without these cookies, key features of the website will not function.

Under PECR, these cookies do not require consent.

4.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with our website.

They allow us to:

  • Measure traffic and usage
  • Identify popular pages
  • Improve performance and functionality
  • Diagnose technical issues

Analytics cookies are only set with your consent.

4.3 Advertising & Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to:

  • Deliver relevant advertisements
  • Measure campaign effectiveness
  • Limit how often you see ads

They may track browsing behaviour across websites and may be set by third-party providers.

These cookies are only used with your consent.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage cookies in the following ways:

5.1 Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you can select your preferences.

5.2 Cookie Settings

You can update your preferences at any time using the cookie settings option available on our website.

5.3 Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to:

  • Block or delete cookies
  • Control cookie settings per site

Please note: disabling necessary cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our website.

6. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be set by third-party services we use, such as:

  • Analytics providers
  • Payment processors
  • Advertising networks

We may use consent management tools (e.g. Google Consent Mode) to ensure third-party cookies are only activated in line with your preferences.

Third-party providers may process your data in accordance with their own privacy policies.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time.

Any changes will be reflected by updating the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.

We recommend reviewing this policy periodically.

8. Your Rights

Under UK data protection laws, you have the right to:

  • Refuse non-essential cookies
  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction or deletion of your data
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Request data portability

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) if you believe your data has been misused.

For more information, please see our Privacy Policy.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, you can contact us at:

support@postcodedata.io