Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Current Crest ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at current-crest.com. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy.

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed 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 contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive. They help us recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

• Essential Functionality: To enable basic website features and security
• Performance Monitoring: To analyze how visitors use our website
• User Experience: To remember your preferences and settings
• Marketing: To deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness
• Analytics: To understand website traffic patterns and user behavior

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled as they are necessary for basic website functionality.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
cookie-consent	Stores your cookie preferences	1 year
site-functionality	Enables essential website features	Session
security-token	Protects against security threats	Session
session_id	Maintains user session state	Session

4.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
analytics-enabled	Tracks analytics consent status	1 year
_ga	Google Analytics - distinguishes users	2 years
_ga_*	Google Analytics - session data	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics - distinguishes users	24 hours

4.3 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements and make them more relevant to your interests.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
marketing-enabled	Tracks marketing consent status	1 year
_fbp	Facebook Pixel - user tracking	3 months
fr	Facebook - ad delivery optimization	3 months

5. Third-Party Cookies

We also use third-party services that may set cookies on your device:

• Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
• Facebook Pixel: For advertising and conversion tracking
• LinkedIn Insights: For business analytics and advertising
• Payment Processors: For secure transaction processing

6. Cookie Duration

We use both session and persistent cookies:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted

7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

7.1 Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner allowing you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Accept only necessary cookies
• Customize your preferences

7.2 Cookie Preferences Center

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the button below:

Manage Cookie Preferences

7.3 Browser Settings

You can also control cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain cookies may impact your experience on our website:

• Necessary Cookies: Website may not function properly
• Analytics Cookies: We cannot improve our website based on usage data
• Marketing Cookies: Advertisements may be less relevant to your interests

9. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that sends a signal to websites requesting that they not track users. Currently, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to these signals. We honor your cookie preferences set through our cookie banner regardless of browser Do Not Track settings.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
• Notify users through website banners for significant changes
• Request new consent where required by law

11. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

Under UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations, we use cookies based on:

• Consent: For non-essential cookies (analytics, marketing)
• Legitimate Interest: For essential functionality and security
• Contractual Necessity: For providing requested services

12. International Transfers

Some of our third-party cookie providers may transfer your data outside the UK. When this occurs, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place through:

• Adequacy decisions by UK authorities
• Standard contractual clauses
• Binding corporate rules
• Certification schemes