Vale Communications (“we”, “our”, “us”) respects your privacy and is committed to protecting your personal data. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website, how they relate to the personal data described in our Privacy Policy, and how you can manage your preferences.

1. Who We Are

Vale Communications is a London-based communications consultancy. We are the data controller for personal data collected through our website, including data gathered through cookies and analytics.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us operate our site effectively, enhance your browsing experience, and collect information about how our website is used.

Cookies may be:

• Essential cookies – necessary for the website to function.

• Performance cookies – help us understand how visitors use our website.

• Functionality cookies – allow us to remember your preferences.

• Analytics cookies – used to improve our services through aggregated data (e.g. Google Analytics).

3. What Information We Collect Through Cookies

Through cookies and similar technologies, we may collect:

• Technical Data: IP address, browser type, operating system.

• Website Usage Data: pages visited, time spent on site, links clicked.

This information helps us improve our services and user experience. It may be linked to the Technical Data described in our Privacy Policy.

4. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

• Ensure our website functions properly.

• Analyse traffic and user behaviour (via tools such as Google Analytics).

• Improve website performance and content.

• Support security and fraud prevention.

We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal data.

5. Third-Party Cookies

We may use trusted third-party service providers, such as:

• Google Analytics – to understand how visitors use our website.

These third parties may place cookies on your device. Please review their privacy and cookie policies for more information.

6. Managing Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings. Please note: disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

You can also opt out of Google Analytics here: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Please review it periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us at hello@valecomms.co.