1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how TheAlkemy Limited (“Alkemy”, “we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website www.thealkemy.co.uk. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites work properly, improve user experience, and provide information to site owners.

3. Types of cookies we use

We use the following categories of cookies:

• Strictly necessary cookies
  Required for the site to function. These include security, login, and basic navigation. They cannot be switched off in our systems.

• Performance/analytics cookies
  Collect information on how visitors use our site (e.g. most visited pages, time on site). We typically use Google Analytics for this. Data is aggregated and anonymous.

• Functionality cookies
  Allow the website to remember your choices (e.g. language or region) to provide a more personalised experience.

• Marketing/targeting cookies
  Used to track visitors across websites so that relevant advertising can be displayed. We only use these if we run campaigns or embed third-party content (e.g. YouTube, LinkedIn).

4. Specific cookies we use

(This list may change as we update our website or services.)

5. How to manage cookies
When you first visit our site, you will see a cookie banner. This gives you the option to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or manage your preferences.

You can also control cookies through your browser settings:

• Chrome

• Safari

• Firefox

• Edge

Please note: blocking or disabling some cookies may affect the functionality of our site.

6. Third-party cookies
Some cookies are set by third parties (e.g. Google, LinkedIn, YouTube). We do not control these cookies directly. You should check the relevant third party’s website for more information about how they use cookies.

7. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

8. Contact us
If you have questions about this policy, contact us at privacy@thealkemy.co.uk.