Cookie Policy
Last updated: October 14, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Sharp Insight ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website at www.sharp-insight.co.uk (the "Site").
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently and provide information to the site owners.
Cookies can be:
Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
Ensure the Site functions properly
Remember your preferences and settings
Understand how you use our Site
Improve your experience on the Site
Analyze Site performance and visitor behaviour
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Site to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
Squarespace Essential Cookies:
ss_cvr, ss_cvt: Track visits and conversions
crumb: Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery
Session cookies: Enable basic Site functionality
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
Squarespace Analytics:
Tracks page views, visitor numbers, and browsing behaviour
Helps us improve Site performance and content
Google Analytics (if applicable):
_ga, _gid, _gat: Measure and analyze Site traffic
Data is anonymized and used in aggregate
Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set through our Site by our advertising partners or by us. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant content.
We may use:
Google Ads cookies
LinkedIn Insight Tag
Facebook Pixel
These help us understand the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns and show relevant content to people who have visited our Site.
Third-Party Cookies
We use third-party services that may set cookies:
Calendly:
Used for our consultation booking system
Enables scheduling functionality and remembers your booking preferences
Embedded Content:
Videos or content from YouTube, Vimeo, or other platforms may set their own cookies
Your Cookie Choices
You have several options to control or limit how we and our partners use cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to:
View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
Block third-party cookies
Block cookies from specific sites
Block all cookies
Delete all cookies when you close your browser
To adjust your cookie settings, look in your browser's settings or help menu. Please note that blocking all cookies may affect your ability to use some features of our Site.
Browser-specific guidance:
Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Analytics Opt-Out
To opt out of Google Analytics across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Marketing Cookie Preferences
You can manage your marketing cookie preferences through:
Your browser settings
Our cookie consent banner (when you first visit the Site)
Industry opt-out tools:
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have "Do Not Track" features that send a signal to websites you visit indicating you don't want to be tracked. Our Site does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our business operations, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.
The "Last updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was most recently revised. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: simon@sharp-insight.co.uk