Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Platinum & Partners ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our services. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our website. We are committed to being transparent about how we use cookies and giving you control over your cookie preferences. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, what types of cookies we deploy, how you can manage your preferences and your rights regarding cookies.

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet or other electronic device) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience and supply information to website owners. Cookies allow websites to recognize your device, remember your preferences and actions, and store certain information about your browsing activity. This helps improve your experience by enabling websites to remember settings, provide personalized content and analyze how the site is used. Cookies can be set by the website you visit (first-party cookies) or by third-party services used by that website (third-party cookies). They can be session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (which remain on your device for a set period or until deleted).

We use the following categories of cookies on our website: Strictly Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, user authentication and accessibility features. Without these cookies, services you have requested cannot be provided. These cookies do not store personally identifiable information. Functional Cookies: These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language preference, region or customized settings) and provide improved, more personal features. These cookies may be set by us or third-party providers whose services we use. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly. Analytical/Performance Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and analyzing information anonymously. They allow us to count visits, identify traffic sources, measure website performance and understand which pages are most and least popular. This information helps us improve the way our website works, optimize user experience and ensure visitors find what they need easily. All information collected is aggregated and anonymous. Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies may be set by us or our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and deliver advertisements relevant to you on our website and other websites. They track your browsing activity across multiple sites and may be used to limit how many times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.

In addition to our own cookies (first-party cookies), we use various third-party cookies to enable functionality, analyze usage and deliver relevant content and advertisements. These third-party services may include: Analytics Services: We use analytics services such as Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website, which pages they visit, how long they stay and what actions they take. These services help us improve our website and services. Social Media Platforms: Social media cookies may be set when you interact with social media features on our site, such as sharing content on LinkedIn or Twitter. These platforms may track your browsing across multiple websites. Advertising Networks: Advertising cookies may track your browsing activity across multiple websites to deliver targeted advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness. Content Delivery Networks: We use CDNs to deliver content efficiently and improve website performance. Video Hosting Services: If we embed videos from platforms like YouTube or Vimeo, these services may set cookies. These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies, and we have no control over how they use cookies or the information collected. We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party services to understand their practices.

Cookies can be session cookies or persistent cookies: Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire and are automatically deleted when you close your browser. They allow our website to link your actions during a particular browsing session and remember information as you navigate between pages. Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a specified period defined in the cookie or until you manually delete them. They help us recognize you as a returning visitor, remember your preferences and settings, and provide you with a personalized experience. The duration varies depending on the purpose: - Authentication cookies: Typically last for the duration of your session or up to 30 days if you select remember me - Preference cookies: May last for several months to remember your settings - Analytics cookies: Typically last from 30 days to 2 years - Advertising cookies: Usually last for several months to track advertising effectiveness You can delete all cookies from your device at any time using your browser settings.

You have several options to control, manage and delete cookies: Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences through the browser settings. You can typically: - Block all cookies - Block third-party cookies only - Delete cookies after each browsing session - Receive notifications when cookies are set - View and delete individual cookies Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect website functionality, prevent you from accessing certain features and result in a less personalized experience. Browser-Specific Instructions: Google Chrome: 1. Click the menu icon (three dots) in the top right 2. Select Settings 3. Click Privacy and security 4. Click Cookies and other site data 5. Choose your preferred cookie settings Or visit: chrome://settings/cookies Mozilla Firefox: 1. Click the menu icon (three lines) in the top right 2. Select Settings 3. Click Privacy & Security 4. Under Cookies and Site Data, adjust your settings Or visit: about:preferences#privacy Apple Safari: 1. Click Safari in the menu bar 2. Select Preferences 3. Click Privacy 4. Adjust cookie and tracking settings Microsoft Edge: 1. Click the menu icon (three dots) in the top right 2. Select Settings 3. Click Cookies and site permissions 4. Click Manage and delete cookies and site data Or visit: edge://settings/privacy Third-Party Opt-Out: You can opt out of third-party advertising cookies through: - Your Online Choices (Europe): www.youronlinechoices.eu - Network Advertising Initiative (US): www.networkadvertising.org/choices - Digital Advertising Alliance (US): www.aboutads.info/choices - Google Ads Settings: www.google.com/settings/ads Mobile Devices: On mobile devices, you can typically manage cookies through device settings and browser settings. Consult your device documentation for specific instructions.

Specific cookies deployed on our website include: Essential Website Cookies: - Authentication cookies for secure user login and session management - Security cookies to protect against fraudulent activity and ensure secure connections - Load balancing cookies to distribute traffic across servers efficiently - Application functionality cookies required for the website to operate correctly Supabase Authentication: - Session management cookies that maintain user login state for admin and candidate access - Security tokens for API authentication and authorization - These cookies are essential for secure operation of authentication functions and cannot be disabled without preventing access to authenticated areas Performance and Analytics: - Website analytics cookies to track page views, user journeys and website performance - Error tracking cookies to identify and resolve technical issues - A/B testing cookies to optimize user experience through controlled experiments - Traffic analysis cookies to understand visitor sources and behavior patterns Functional Cookies: - Language preference cookies to remember your selected language - Region selection cookies to display location-relevant content - Display preference cookies to remember view settings and customizations - Form data cookies to remember information entered in multi-step forms - Job alert preference cookies to remember your notification settings Advertising and Marketing (if applicable): - Advertising cookies to deliver relevant advertisements - Conversion tracking cookies to measure advertising campaign effectiveness - Retargeting cookies to show relevant ads on other websites - Social media integration cookies when sharing content on social platforms

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our cookie usage, business operations or for other operational, legal or regulatory reasons. When we make changes to this Cookie Policy: Notification: We will update the Last Updated date at the top of this page. For material changes, we may provide additional notice through a prominent announcement on our website or by email to registered users. Review: We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies and how you can manage your preferences. Consent: Your continued use of our website after any changes to this Cookie Policy will constitute your acceptance of such changes. If you do not agree with changes, please adjust your browser settings to block cookies or discontinue use of our website. Archived Versions: Previous versions of this Cookie Policy may be available upon request. Regulatory Compliance: We regularly review our cookie practices to ensure compliance with evolving privacy and data protection regulations including UK GDPR, Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and ePrivacy Directive.

If you have any questions, concerns or requests about our use of cookies, this Cookie Policy or your cookie preferences, please contact us: Platinum & Partners Data Protection Contact Email: info@platinumandpartners.com Phone: +44 (0)203 9419113 For questions specifically about data protection, privacy and cookies, you may mark your correspondence as Data Protection for priority handling. You can also exercise your data protection rights by contacting us using the details provided in our Privacy Policy. We aim to respond to all inquiries within a reasonable timeframe, typically within one month for data protection requests. If you are not satisfied with our response or believe we are not processing cookies in compliance with applicable laws, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk.