Cookie Policy

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are saved on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are commonly used to help websites operate, enhance your experience, and provide information to site owners. Some cookies are set by us, while others are set by third parties.

Legal Grounds for Using Cookies

In line with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive (Cookie Law), we only place non-essential cookies on your device if you give us your explicit consent. Essential cookies, which are necessary for the website to work, do not require your consent.

How We Use Cookies

urbanvenue uses cookies for these reasons:

  • To remember your settings and preferences
  • To analyze website traffic and usage patterns (only if you consent)
  • To enhance website functionality and user experience
  • To offer personalized content and suggestions (only if you consent)
  • To maintain website security and prevent fraud

Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are vital for the website to work and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as setting privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms.

Analytics Cookies

With your permission, we use analytics cookies (like Google Analytics) to gather information about how visitors use our site. This helps us improve the website and your experience. All data is anonymized and not used to personally identify you.

Preference Cookies

These cookies let the website remember choices you make (such as language or region) and provide more personalized features.

Marketing and Third-Party Cookies

With your consent, we may use cookies from third-party services (such as ad networks or social media platforms) to show relevant ads and measure their performance, in accordance with Google’s EU User Consent Policy.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit our website, you’ll see a cookie consent banner. You can accept or reject non-essential cookies at any time. You can also manage your cookie choices by changing your browser settings or by using our cookie consent tool again.

  • Browser Settings: Most browsers let you refuse or delete cookies through their settings. Please be aware that disabling some cookies may impact how the website works.
  • Cookie Consent Tool: You can change or withdraw your cookie consent at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the website footer.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services, such as analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics), social media, and advertising networks. These third parties may use cookies according to their own privacy policies. We recommend checking their policies for more details.

Google Policies and Consent

We follow Google’s EU User Consent Policy. We do not use Google Analytics, AdSense, or other Google products to collect or process personal data without your explicit consent. For more information about Google’s privacy practices, visit Google Cookie Policy.

Policy Updates

We may revise this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in laws or our practices. If there are significant changes, we will update this page and the "Last updated" date above.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about how we use cookies or about your privacy rights, please contact us at privacy@urbanvenue.co.uk.