Cookie Policy for Penguin in the Room

 

This Cookie Policy explains how Penguin in the Room (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website, www.penguinintheroom.com (“Site”).
By using the Site, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

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1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, enhance user experience, and provide analytical information about visitor behaviour.

Cookies can be:

• Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser

• Persistent cookies – remain on your device for a set period

• First-party cookies – set by us

• Third-party cookies – set by external services (e.g., analytics, social media, advertising tools)

 

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are required for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They include:

• Security and authentication cookies

• Load-balancing and performance cookies

• Cookie consent management cookies

Purpose: To ensure basic website functionality, security, and user session integrity.

2.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use the Site, such as:

• Pages visited

• Time spent on pages

• Links clicked

• Browser and device information

We may use tools such as:

• Google Analytics

• Other website analytics services

Purpose: To understand website performance, improve user experience, and optimise content.

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to:

• Remember user preferences

• Save form inputs

• Enable enhanced features

Purpose: To provide a more personalised and convenient browsing experience.

2.4 Marketing & Advertising Cookies

These cookies track browsing habits to deliver advertisements relevant to your interests. They may be set by:

• Social media platforms (e.g., Meta/Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok)

• Advertising partners

• Remarketing or retargeting tools

Purpose: To measure campaign effectiveness and personalise marketing content.

 

3. Third-Party Cookies

Third parties may place cookies on your device when you use our Site. These may include:

• Analytics providers

• Social media networks

• Embedded content providers (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo, Instagram posts)

• Advertising platforms

We do not control third-party cookies and recommend reviewing their privacy/cookie policies.

 

4. Cookie Consent

When you first visit the Site, a cookie banner will:

• Notify you about cookies used

• Allow you to accept, reject, or customise cookie settings

• Provide a link to this Cookie Policy

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by adjusting your browser settings or through our cookie management tool (if implemented).

 

5. Managing Cookies

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings.
You may:

• Block all cookies

• Block third-party cookies only

• Delete existing cookies

• Set your browser to notify you when cookies are placed

Please note:
Blocking certain cookies may affect website functionality and user experience.

Links for managing cookies in popular browsers:

• Google Chrome → Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies

• Firefox → Options > Privacy & Security

• Safari → Preferences > Privacy

• Microsoft Edge → Settings > Cookies and site permissions

 

6. How Long Cookies Stay on Your Device

The retention period varies depending on the type of cookie:

• Session cookies last only until you close your browser

• Persistent cookies remain for a set period (from hours to years)

You can view cookie durations in your browser settings.

 

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:

• Regulations

• Technology

• Our business practices

Any updates will be published on this page with a new “Effective Date”.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about our Cookie Policy, please contact:​

Penguin in the Room
Email: info@penguinintheroom.com

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