What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
Cookies allow websites to recognise your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language and other settings. This can make your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.
How We Use Cookies
Empir Hyper uses cookies for several purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website would not function properly without them.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| session_id | Maintains user session for forms | Session |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the website experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences. If you do not allow these cookies, some features may not function properly.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Stores display preferences | 1 year |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. These third parties may use cookies to track your browsing activity across different websites. We do not control these third-party cookies.
Third-party services we use that may set cookies include:
- Google Analytics (analytics and website improvement)
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent. You can accept or reject non-essential cookies using this banner. Your choice is stored and remembered for future visits.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu. The following links provide information on how to manage cookies in common browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some parts of our website may not work properly. Disabling cookies may:
- Prevent you from using certain website features
- Require you to re-enter information each visit
- Affect the display of the website
Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as:
- Local Storage: Stores data in your browser with no expiration date
- Session Storage: Stores data for the duration of your browser session
These technologies are used for similar purposes as cookies and are covered by this policy.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Empir Hyper
48 Moorgate
London EC2R 6EL
Email: [email protected]