Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

1.1 Purpose of this Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Privi uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit the Privi website.

It explains:

• what cookies are;
• why they are used;
• the types of cookies used by Privi;
• how you can manage your cookie preferences.

This Cookie Policy should be read alongside the Privi Privacy Policy.

1.2 Scope

This Cookie Policy applies to the Privi website and any web-based services operated by Privi.

The Privi mobile application may use similar technologies where necessary for functionality, security or analytics. Where applicable, these technologies are governed by the principles set out in this Policy and the Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website.

Cookies help websites function correctly, improve performance, remember your preferences and provide information that helps website owners improve their services.

Cookies cannot normally be used to identify you directly on their own, although they may become personal data when combined with other information.

3. How Privi Uses Cookies

Privi uses cookies only where they are necessary to operate, maintain and improve the website.

We do not use cookies for purposes that are unnecessary to providing our services.

Cookies may be used to:

• keep the website operating correctly;
• remember your preferences;
• maintain security;
• improve website performance;
• understand how visitors use the website;
• identify technical issues;
• protect against fraud and misuse.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the Privi website.

Without these cookies, certain parts of the website may not function correctly.

Examples include cookies used to:

• maintain secure login sessions;
• protect against fraudulent activity;
• remember essential security settings;
• balance website traffic;
• enable core website functionality.

As these cookies are necessary for the operation of the website, they cannot normally be disabled through the cookie preference centre.

4.2 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow the website to remember choices you make in order to improve your experience.

These may include remembering:

• cookie preferences;
• language preferences;
• accessibility settings;
• previously selected options where appropriate.

Disabling these cookies may reduce the functionality of certain areas of the website.

4.3 Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help Privi understand how visitors use the website.

Information collected may include:

• pages visited;
• time spent on pages;
• navigation between pages;
• device type;
• browser type;
• approximate geographical region;
• website performance.

Analytics information is used to improve the website and understand how Members interact with our services.

Where required by law, analytics cookies will only be used with your consent.

4.4 Performance Cookies

Performance cookies help identify technical issues affecting the website.

These cookies may assist Privi in understanding:

• website loading speeds;
• system performance;
• software errors;
• service reliability;
• technical faults.

This information helps improve the stability and reliability of the website.

4.5 Marketing Cookies

At launch, Privi does not use advertising or behavioural marketing cookies.

If marketing cookies are introduced in the future, this Cookie Policy will be updated and, where required by law, your consent will be obtained before such cookies are used.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some services used by Privi may place cookies on your device on behalf of trusted third-party providers.

Examples may include providers responsible for:

• website analytics;
• payment processing;
• website security;
• embedded website content.

Privi does not control the cookies placed by third-party providers.

Members should refer to the privacy or cookie policies of those providers for further information.

6. Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to:

• view stored cookies;
• delete cookies;
• block cookies;
• manage cookie preferences;
• receive notifications before cookies are stored.

You may also manage your cookie preferences using the cookie preference tools provided on the Privi website where applicable.

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the operation and functionality of the website.

7. Consent

Where required by applicable law, Privi will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.

You may withdraw or change your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie preference options available on the website.

Withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before consent was withdrawn.

8. Cookie Retention

Different cookies remain on your device for different periods of time.

Some cookies are deleted automatically when you close your browser.

Others remain for a defined period to remember your preferences when you return to the website.

Privi seeks to ensure that cookies are retained only for as long as reasonably necessary to fulfil their intended purpose.

9. Changes to this Cookie Policy

Privi may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

• changes in legislation;
• changes to the website;
• changes to technologies used;
• improvements to the Membership service.

The latest version will always be published on the Privi website.

Where changes materially affect your rights or the way cookies are used, reasonable notice will be provided where appropriate.