Aibly Limited Cookie Policy
updated: October 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website. When you visit our website, you will be asked to set your cookie preferences through our cookie banner. We will not set non-essential cookies unless you have provided your consent. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time.
2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or device by your browser when you visit websites. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, and to provide information to the website operators (us). Some cookies are essential for the website to operate; others help us understand how you use the website, improve its performance, and personalise your experience.
3. How we use cookies
We use cookies for a variety of purposes. Below is an outline of the typical categories of cookies we may use:
a) Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionalities such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, parts of the website may not work.
b) Performance and analytics cookies
We may use these cookies to collect information about how visitors use our website— for example which pages are visited most frequently, how visitors move around the site, and whether they receive error messages. These cookies help us improve how our website works.
c) Functionality cookies
These cookies may be used to allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your region, language, or preferences) and provide enhanced, more personal features.
d) Targeting or advertising cookies
If applicable, we may use cookies to deliver content (including advertisements) relevant to you and your interests. These cookies may also record your visit to our website, the pages you visited and links you followed, and may be used by third-parties to build a profile of your interests.
4. Third-party cookies
In some cases, cookies may be placed by third parties when you visit our website. These third-party cookies may be used for analytics (for example, by platforms like Google Analytics), advertising networks, social media platforms, or other third-party services. We do not control these cookies; the relevant third party will be responsible for managing them (including any choices you have). It is your responsibility to review their policies, for example when you use their services, and manage your choices accordingly.
5. Your cookie control and choices
You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:
- Most web browsers allow you to refuse to accept cookies, delete cookies, or block cookies. You can usually find these settings in your browser’s “Options” or “Preferences” menu.
- If you block or delete cookies, this may affect the functionality of the website and you may not be able to access all or parts of the website.
- Some cookies may not be served until you have given your consent (if required by law). You can withdraw your consent for non-essential cookies at any time by changing the settings in our cookie banner (if applicable) or via your browser settings.
6. Cookie list
Below is a (non-exhaustive) list of cookies we may use and why. The specific cookies set may vary over time and by device:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Category | Expiry |
| _cf_bm | The __cf_bm cookie supports Cloudflare Bot Management by managing incoming traffic that matches criteria associated with bots. The cookie does not collect any personal data, and any information collected is subject to one-way encryption. | Necessary | 1 hour |
| cookiehub | Used by CookieHub to store information about whether visitors have given or declined the use of cookie categories used on the site. | Necessary | 365 days |
| cf_ clearance |
This is a Cloudflare security clearance cookie that stores the proof that a Javascript or Captcha challenge has been passed | Necessary | 365 days |
| _ga | Used by Google Analytics to determine that two distinct hits belong to the same user across browsing sessions. | Analytical | 400 days |
| _ga_ | Used by Google Analytics 4 to determine that two distinct hits belong to the same user across browsing sessions. | Analytical | 400 days |
7. How long we keep cookies
Cookies typically have a “lifespan” (expiry) which is set in the cookie itself. Some expire at the end of your browser session (session cookies), others remain for a set period (persistent cookies). The exact period depends on the cookie. Check the cookie details in your browser for further info.
8. Data protection and privacy
Cookies may involve the processing of personal data (for example by enabling tracking of unique user identifiers). We handle any personal data collected via cookies in accordance with our Privacy Policy, in compliance with the relevant data-protection laws (for example the UK GDPR, Data Protection Act 2018 and the ePrivacy Directive). See our Privacy Policy for more information on how we handle personal data.
9. Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date at the top of this document will reflect the most recent revision. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
10. Contact us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Aibly Limited
4th Floor, Silverstream House, 45 Fitzroy Street, Fitzrovia, London W1T 6EB, UK
Email: [email protected]