Last Updated: January 16, 2025
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and provide a better user experience.
Purpose: Essential for the website to function properly
Duration: Session or up to 1 year
Can be disabled: ❌ No - These are required for core functionality
What they do:
Examples: session_id, auth_token, security_token
Purpose: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
Duration: Up to 2 years
Can be disabled: ✅ Yes - You can opt-out
What they do:
Examples: Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat), Hotjar
Purpose: Enable enhanced functionality and personalization
Duration: Up to 1 year
Can be disabled: ✅ Yes - You can opt-out
What they do:
Examples: user_preferences, saved_searches, region_settings
Purpose: Deliver relevant advertising and measure campaign effectiveness
Duration: Up to 2 years
Can be disabled: ✅ Yes - You can opt-out
What they do:
Examples: Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag
We use trusted third-party services that may set cookies on your device:
| Service | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Website analytics and performance tracking | View Policy |
| Google Ads | Advertising and remarketing | View Policy |
| Facebook Pixel | Social media advertising and analytics | View Policy |
| LinkedIn Insight | Professional network advertising | View Policy |
| Hotjar | User behavior analytics and heatmaps | View Policy |
| Intercom | Customer support chat | View Policy |
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using our Cookie Preference Center:
You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
Warning: Blocking all cookies may prevent some features from working properly.
Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. Used for essential features like login sessions.
Remain on your device for a set period (from days to years). Used to remember your preferences and track analytics.
When you first visit HomeBid, we'll ask for your consent to use non-essential cookies through our cookie banner. You can:
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our footer.
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. HomeBid respects DNT signals. When DNT is enabled, we will not set non-essential cookies or track your activity for advertising purposes.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. We'll notify you of significant changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: privacy@home-bid.co.uk
Cookie Questions: cookies@home-bid.co.uk
General Inquiries: noreply@home-bid.co.uk
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