Last updated: 17 July 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how CheckSec Limited ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at checksec.com and use our business-to-business security services ("Services").
This policy complies with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
Company Details:
CheckSec Limited, Company Number: 07567588
Registered Address: Kemp House, 160 City Road, London, England, EC1V 2NX
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners. Cookies allow a website to recognise your device and remember information about your visit.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are strictly necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be switched off.
Specific Cookies:
sessionid- Session management and user authentication (applicable to https://clients.checksec.com and isolated managed instances of Canopy/Canopy Portal)csrf_token- Security protection against cross-site request forgery (applicable to https://clients.checksec.com and isolated managed instances of Canopy/Canopy Portal)cookie_consent- Remembers your cookie preferences
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) UK GDPR - essential for service provision)
Retention: Session-based or up to 1 year
3.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies
Purpose: Help us understand how business users interact with our platform by collecting aggregated information.
Specific Cookies:
_ga- Google Analytics unique user identification_ga_*- Google Analytics session data_gid- Google Analytics user identification (24 hours)
Legal Basis: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR + PECR Regulation 6)
Retention: Up to 2 years
3.3 Functional Cookies
Purpose: Remember your business user preferences and provide enhanced platform functionality.
Specific Cookies:
- No applicable cookies at this time.
Legal Basis: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR)
Retention: Up to 1 year
3.4 Marketing & Advertising Cookies
Purpose: Show relevant B2B security-focused content and measure marketing campaign effectiveness.
Specific Cookies:
- No applicable cookies at this time
Legal Basis: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR + PECR Regulation 6)
Retention: Up to 2 years
4. Third-Party Cookies
We use carefully selected third-party services to enhance our B2B platform functionality. All third-party processors are bound by appropriate data processing agreements:
| Service | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Website analytics and performance tracking | Google Privacy Policy |
| Google Ads | Advertising and conversion tracking | Google Privacy Policy |
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
5.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.
5.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can typically:
- View and delete cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Note: Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and prevent you from using certain features.
5.3 Browser-Specific Instructions
6. Business-to-Business Context
CheckSec provides services exclusively to businesses and organisations. When you visit our website or use our platform, you're typically acting in your professional capacity. However, this doesn't change our obligation to obtain proper consent for non-essential cookies under UK GDPR and PECR.
7. ICO Guidance Compliance
Our cookie practices follow the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) guidance on cookies and similar technologies. For more information about cookies and your rights, visit:
ICO Cookie Guidance: ico.org.uk/cookies-guidance
Your Online Choices: youronlinechoices.com/uk
8. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that lets you tell websites that you do not want to have your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no standard way for websites to respond to these signals, so we do not currently respond to Do Not Track browser signals.
9. Mobile Device Identifiers
When you access our services via a mobile device, we may use mobile device identifiers and similar technologies for tracking purposes. You can typically reset these identifiers through your device settings.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: privacy@checksec.com
Subject Line: Cookie Policy Inquiry
Data Protection Officer: dpo@checksec.com
12. Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have rights regarding cookies and tracking technologies, including the right to withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time. For more information about your rights, please see our Privacy Policy.