Cookie policy
Introduction
At Reading Tech Cluster (“we,” “our,” “us”), we are committed to supporting the growth and connectivity of the technology sector in the region. To achieve this, we use cookies and similar technologies on our website to enhance user experience, analyse website performance, and support our operations. This Cookie Policy outlines how we use cookies, the types of cookies we use, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
What are Cookies
A cookie is a small file of letters and numbers that we store on your browser or the hard drive of your computer if you agree. Cookies contain information that is transferred to your computer’s hard drive. They help us understand how you use our website and to provide you with a good experience when you browse our website and also allows us to improve our site.
Types of cookies we use
We use the following cookies:
- Essential cookies. These are cookies that are required for the operation of our website. These essential cookies are always enabled because our website won’t work properly without them. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as filling out forms or logging in. You can switch off these cookies in your browser settings, but you may then not be able to access all or parts of our website.
- Analytical or performance cookies. These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
- Functionality cookies. These are used to recognise you when you return to our website. This enables us to personalise our content for you, greet you by name and remember your preferences (for example, your choice of language or region).
- Targeting cookies. These cookies track your browsing habits and help us deliver more relevant ads to you. [We may also share this information with third parties for this purpose so that they can serve you with relevant advertising on their websites.]
Details of cookies used
You can find more information about the individual cookies we use and the purposes for which we use them in the table below:
| Cookie Title | Cookie Name | Purpose | More Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | _ga, _gid, _gat, _gcl_au | Used to distinguish users, manage request rate, and track conversion events. | Google Analytics Opt-Out |
| LinkedIn Insight Tag | li_gc, li_sugr, UserMatchHistory, bcookie, lidc, AnalyticsSyncHistory | Tracks ad conversions, retargets visitors, and syncs identifiers. Used for ad analytics. | LinkedIn Cookie Policy |
| Cookie Consent Manager | cookieyes-consent | Stores the user’s cookie preferences (e.g., consent status for each category of cookies). | CookieYes Privacy Policy |
Examples of purposes for which a cookie may be used:
- Estimate audience size and usage patterns.
- Store preferences to customise the website.
- Speed up searches.
- Recognise returning users.
- Enable features like form autofill or shopping basket retention.
- Support advertising and analytics features.
Please note that the following third parties may also use cookies over which we have no control. These include:
- Google (for Google Analytics)
- LinkedIn (for advertising and user insights)
To deactivate the use of third-party advertising cookies, you may use their opt-out links or manage preferences through your browser or consent banner.
Your rights
You have the right to request access to your personal data, deletion or correction, and object to certain types of data processing. For more information, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
Choices about cookies
You can choose which analytical, functionality and targeting cookies we can set by clicking on the button(s):
Strictly necessary cookies ALWAYS ACTIVE
Analytical or performance cookies OFF
You can also choose to “Reject All” cookies in the cookie banner.
However, if you use your browser settings to block all cookies (including essential cookies) you may not be able to access all or parts of our website.
Except for essential cookies, all cookies will expire after a period of up to 2 years.
Contact us If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us using the form found here.
This policy was last updated May 2025