Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Ayesda Bio Limited ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on ayesdabio.com. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device, remember your preferences, and collect information about how you use the site. Cookies cannot harm your device or access other information stored on it.
Similar technologies include web beacons (tiny transparent images embedded in pages or emails), local storage, and session storage — these work in similar ways to cookies and are covered by this policy.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function. They do not collect personal data for marketing or analytics purposes. Under the UK GDPR and ePrivacy rules, strictly necessary cookies do not require your consent — however, we are transparent about what they do.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| cookieconsent_status | Ayesda Bio | Stores your cookie consent preference so we do not ask you again on every visit. | 1 year | Necessary |
| PHPSESSID / session | Ayesda Bio / Hosting Provider | Maintains your session while you use the site (e.g. form state). Expires when you close your browser. | Session | Necessary |
2. Functional Cookies
These cookies remember choices you make to improve your experience, such as language preferences. They are not essential but improve usability. These require your consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _gf_* | Google Fonts | Google Fonts is loaded from Google's servers to render the DM Sans and DM Serif Display typefaces used across this site. Google may set cookies or log your IP address as part of this service. See Google's Privacy Policy. | Varies | Functional |
3. Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use the site — which pages are most visited, how long people stay, and where they come from. This helps us improve the site. These cookies require your consent and are only set after you have agreed.
We are currently reviewing our use of analytics tools. If and when we deploy analytics cookies, this table will be updated and your consent will be sought before any analytics cookies are set.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No analytics cookies are currently in use. | ||||
Third-Party Cookies
Some third parties whose services we use may set their own cookies on your device. These are outside our direct control. The main third-party service that may interact with your device when visiting this site is:
- Google Fonts — loaded from Google's servers to display our fonts. Google may log your IP address. You can review Google's Privacy Policy for more information.
- Web3Forms — used to process contact form submissions. When you submit our contact form, your data is processed by Web3Forms. They do not set cookies on your device but do process the personal data you provide. See Web3Forms Privacy Policy.
Your Choices — How to Manage Cookies
Cookie consent banner: When you first visit this site, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept or decline non-essential cookies at that point. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer.
Browser settings: You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- See what cookies are stored and delete them individually.
- Block cookies from specific websites.
- Block all cookies (note: this may affect how some websites function).
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser.
For guidance on managing cookies in your specific browser:
Opt-out tools: You can also opt out of interest-based advertising through the Your Online Choices tool (EU) or Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out tool.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time as we change the technologies we use or as regulations evolve. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. If we make significant changes, we will reset your consent preferences so you have an opportunity to review and re-confirm them.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about how we use cookies:
Ayesda Bio Limited
19-20 Bourne Court, Southend Road
Woodford Green, Essex, IG8 8HD
United Kingdom