Cookie Policy

Last updated: 11-05-2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Armada Internet Ltd (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.

This policy is provided in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies may be:

• First-party cookies (set by us)

• Third-party cookies (set by external providers)

2. Our Approach to Cookies

We follow guidance issued by the
Information Commissioner’s Office

Accordingly:

• We do not set non-essential cookies without your prior consent

• We provide clear information and equal choice (Accept / Reject)

• Consent is freely given, informed, and unambiguous

• Refusing cookies is as easy as accepting them

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be switched off.

They are used for:

• Security

• Session management

• Load balancing

• Storing your cookie preferences

Legal basis: Legitimate interest (no consent required)

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality, such as:

• Embedded content (e.g. video playback)

• Remembering preferences

These cookies are only set after your consent where required.

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting aggregated and anonymised data.

Examples include:

• Pages visited

• Time spent on pages

• Navigation patterns

These cookies are only activated after you provide explicit consent.

3.4 Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies may be used to:

• Track browsing behaviour

• Deliver relevant advertising

• Measure campaign performance

These cookies are only used if you opt in.

4. How Consent Is Managed

We use a custom-built consent management system integrated with
Google Tag Manager

How it works:

• By default, all non-essential cookies are blocked

• Tags and scripts are only triggered after consent is given

• If you reject cookies, tracking technologies remain disabled

This ensures compliance with prior consent requirements under PECR.

5. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party services such as:

• YouTube (for embedded videos)

• Stripe (for payments)

• Content delivery networks (CDNs)

Important Safeguard:

• Third-party services are blocked by default

• They are only activated after your consent

• This prevents your data (such as IP address) from being shared without permission

6. Managing Your Preferences

You can control your cookie preferences at any time by:

• Using the “Cookie Settings” option available on our website

• Adjusting your browser settings

You may withdraw your consent at any time. This will not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before withdrawal.

7. Cookie Duration

Cookies may be stored for different durations:

• Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser

• Persistent cookies – remain until they expire or are deleted

We ensure cookies are not retained longer than necessary.

8. Consent Records

To demonstrate compliance with UK GDPR, we maintain records of user consent, including:

• Consent status

• Timestamp

• User preferences

These records are securely stored and used only for compliance purposes.

9. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

Changes in legal requirements

Changes in our use of cookies

Updates will be published on this page.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact:

Email: gary.sandwith@uniteldirect.co.uk
Company: Armada Internet Ltd
Website: https://armadainternet.co.uk

11. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have the right to:

• Access your personal data

• Request correction or deletion

• Withdraw consent at any time

• Object to processing in certain circumstances

• Lodge a complaint with the
  Information Commissioner’s Office

12. Compliance Commitment

We are committed to ensuring that:

• No non-essential cookies are set before consent

• Users are provided with clear and equal choice

• Consent can be easily withdrawn

• All tracking technologies are controlled via consent

By using our website, you confirm that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.