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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: April 23, 2026

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how BlackScale.Media uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and platform. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

We use both first-party cookies (set by us) and third-party cookies (set by our partners) to operate our platform, analyze usage, and deliver relevant advertising. By continuing to use our Service, you consent to cookies in accordance with this policy.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our Service. They enable you to navigate our website and use its features, such as accessing secure areas and maintaining your login session.

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
  • Authentication Cookies: Keep you logged in to your account
  • Security Cookies: Help identify and prevent security risks
  • Load Balancing Cookies: Help distribute website traffic efficiently

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Service, such as which pages are visited most often and if users get error messages from web pages.

  • Google Analytics: Tracks website usage and user behavior
  • Hotjar: Records user sessions for website optimization
  • Performance Monitoring: Helps us identify and fix technical issues
  • A/B Testing: Enables us to test different versions of our website

Functional Cookies

These cookies allow our Service to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personal features.

  • Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
  • Language Cookies: Remember your language selection
  • Theme Cookies: Remember your display preferences
  • Form Data: Remember information you've entered in forms

Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests.

  • Facebook Pixel: Tracks conversions and enables retargeting
  • Google Ads: Measures ad performance and enables remarketing
  • LinkedIn Insight Tag: Tracks professional audience engagement
  • Third-party Ad Networks: Display relevant advertisements

Social Media Cookies

These cookies are used when you share information using social media sharing buttons or engage with our social media content.

  • Facebook Social Plugins: Enable Facebook sharing and integration
  • Twitter Widgets: Enable Twitter sharing and integration
  • LinkedIn Plugins: Enable LinkedIn sharing and integration

Cookie Duration

Cookies can be either "session" or "persistent" cookies:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them

The duration of our cookies varies depending on their purpose:

  • Essential Cookies: Session-based or up to 1 year
  • Analytics Cookies: Typically 2 years
  • Advertising Cookies: Usually 30 days to 2 years
  • Functional Cookies: Generally 1 year

Third-Party Cookies

We work with third-party service providers who may also set cookies on your device through our Service. These include:

Analytics Providers

  • Google Analytics
  • Hotjar
  • Mixpanel

Advertising Partners

  • Google Ads
  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Customer Support

  • Intercom
  • Zendesk

Payment Processors

  • Stripe
  • PayPal

Managing Cookie Preferences

You have several options for managing cookies:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can:

  • View what cookies are stored on your device
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Block cookies from being set
  • Set preferences for specific websites

Browser-Specific Instructions

Google Chrome

Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

Firefox

Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Choose your cookie blocking preferences

Microsoft Edge

Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Impact of Disabling Cookies

While you can browse our website with cookies disabled, please note that:

  • Essential Cookies: Disabling these may prevent proper website functionality
  • Performance Cookies: Disabling these may result in slower page loading
  • Functional Cookies: You may lose personalized features and preferences
  • Advertising Cookies: You may see less relevant advertisements

Updates to This Cookie 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 our Service or via email
  • Obtain renewed consent where required by law

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

BlackScale.Media

Email: info@blackscale.media

Phone: +44 7700 154168

Website: blackscale.media

For data protection inquiries in the EU, you may also contact our Data Protection Officer at info@blackscale.media.