Cookie policy

This Cookie Policy explains how hshub.uk (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website. hshub.uk is a news and information website for health and safety professionals. This policy explains what cookies are, which types we may use, and how you can control them. 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, understand how visitors use the site, and remember preferences. Cookies may be session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or persistent cookies, which remain on your device until they expire or are deleted. Why we use cookies We may use cookies and similar technologies to support the operation of the website, improve functionality, understand how visitors use hshub.uk, remember preferences, and help us improve our content and services. Types of cookies we may use Strictly necessary cookies These cookies are essential for the operation of the website. They enable core functions such as page navigation, security, and access to certain parts of the site. The website cannot function properly without these cookies. Performance and analytics cookies These cookies help us understand how visitors use hshub.uk, such as which pages are visited most often, how users move around the site, and whether any errors occur. This helps us improve the website and its content. Functionality cookies These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as language, region, or other preferences, to provide a more personalised experience. Advertising and targeting cookies If used, these cookies may track your browsing activity to help deliver more relevant advertising or measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. They may be set by us or by third-party partners. Third-party cookies Some cookies may be placed by third-party services that appear on our website or support website functions. These may include website analytics providers, video or media embed providers, social media platforms, advertising networks, or newsletter and subscription tools. These third parties may collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites. We do not control third-party cookies directly, and you should refer to the relevant third party’s own privacy and cookie information for more details. How to manage cookies You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, and to set preferences for certain websites. Please note that disabling some cookies may affect the functionality and performance of the website. Changes to this Cookie Policy We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, or the way we use cookies.