Cookie Policy
Last updated: July 13, 2026
What cookies are
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a site. We also use local storage and tracking pixels, which work similarly. This page explains what we use and why.
What we use
| Category | Purpose | Examples | Consent needed? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly necessary | Security and remembering your cookie choice | hk_consent | No |
| Analytics | Counting page views, scroll depth, time on page | hk_vid (our first-party tracker) | Yes, in the EEA/UK |
| Advertising | Serving ads, frequency capping, measurement, personalisation | Google AdSense cookies | Yes |
| Email measurement | Newsletter open and click tracking | /open/ pixel | Consent given at subscription |
Managing cookies
- Use the consent banner on your first visit to choose. You can change your mind by clearing site data and reloading.
- All major browsers let you block or delete cookies in their settings. Blocking everything may break parts of the site.
- Opt out of personalised Google ads at Google Ads Settings.
Do Not Track
Our first-party tracker honours the browser Do Not Track header and the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal, and records nothing when either is present.
Contact
Questions: [email protected].