Cookie Policy
Effective date: 03.12.2025
This Cookie Policy explains how NOVALUMEN LTD (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website (the “Site”). It describes what cookies are, why we use them, and how you can control your cookie preferences in accordance with the UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function, improve performance, and provide information to the website owners. Cookies may be set by us (“first-party cookies”) or by third parties (“third-party cookies”) whose services we use.
2. How We Use Cookies
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies (No Consent Required)
These cookies are essential for the Site to function properly. They enable core features such as:
- Page navigation
- Secure access
- Form submission
- Session management
You cannot disable these cookies via the cookie banner, but you can block them in your browser (which may cause the Site to stop working properly).
B. Analytical / Performance Cookies (Consent Required)
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the Site, so we can improve user experience. Examples include:
- Counting visits
- Identifying which pages are most popular
- Detecting errors or performance issues
These cookies are only placed on your device if you actively consent.
C. Functionality Cookies (Consent Required)
These cookies remember your preferences (such as language settings) and improve your experience.
D. Marketing / Tracking Cookies (Consent Required)
These cookies track your browsing behavior across websites to display personalised advertising and measure marketing performance.
3. Obtaining Your Consent
Except for strictly necessary cookies, we only place cookies on your device after you give active, informed, specific, and unambiguous consent.
Our cookie banner provides:
- “Accept All” option
- “Reject All” option (equally visible and accessible)
We do not use pre-ticked boxes or hide the rejection option.
4. Managing and Withdrawing Consent
You may change or withdraw your cookie consent at any time by using the “Cookie Settings” link available on every page.
You can also control or delete cookies via your browser settings. However, disabling some cookies may affect site functionality.
5. Cookies We Use
The table below lists the cookies used on our Site:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider / Third Parties |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains session and security. | Session | NOVALUMEN LTD (first-party) |
| cookie_consent_status | Stores your cookie preferences. | 12 months | NOVALUMEN LTD |
| _ga (Google Analytics) | Measures traffic and usage for analytics. | 2 years | Google LLC (third-party) |
| _gat (Google Analytics) | Limits analytics request rate. | 1 minute | Google LLC |
| _gid (Google Analytics) | Distinguishes users for analytics. | 24 hours | Google LLC |
* For Google Analytics, see Google’s Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party providers such as analytics or advertising partners. These third parties may process data according to their own privacy policies.
We only load third-party cookies after you give explicit consent.
7. No Cookie Walls
Access to our Site is not restricted if you decline non-essential cookies. You can freely use the Site even if you reject all optional cookies.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Updated versions will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact:
NOVALUMEN LTD
First Floor Office, 3 Hornton Place, London, United Kingdom, W8 4LZ
Email: contact@novalumen.org