Cookies Policy
Last updated: 1st October 2025
Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains how buildbird.io, a UK-based technology consultancy, uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. We are committed to protecting your privacy while delivering a secure, high-quality browsing experience.
By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help us improve site performance, understand how users interact with our content, and ensure you receive the most relevant digital experience.
Cookies may be:
Session cookies – temporary and deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies – remain on your device until manually removed
First-party cookies – placed by our website
Third-party cookies – set by external services we use
Why We Use Cookies
As a technology consultancy, we use cookies to enhance functionality, improve visitor analytics, and support our marketing and service delivery efforts. Our main purposes include:
1. Essential Website Functionality
These cookies are required for our website to operate correctly, including navigation, security, and accessibility. Without them, core features may not work.
2. Performance & Analytics
We use analytics tools to understand:
How visitors find and use our website
Which pages perform best
Where we can improve user experience
This helps us optimise our content and digital services.
3. Personalisation
Some cookies remember your preferences—such as language or location—so we can deliver a more tailored browsing experience.
4. Marketing & Advertising
As part of our digital marketing strategy, we may use cookies from trusted third parties to:
Measure the effectiveness of campaigns
Deliver relevant ads across social platforms
Track conversions and user journeys
We never sell your personal data.
Cookies We Use
Below are common categories of cookies used by technology consultancies. Your specific tools can be added on request.
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Enable secure login
Support website security
Maintain session integrity
Analytics Cookies
Typically set by tools such as:
Google Analytics
Microsoft Clarity
Matomo Analytics
These help us gather anonymised usage insights.
Functionality Cookies
Remember user preferences
Enhance form completion
Support multimedia content
Advertising & Tracking Cookies
Used by advertising platforms such as:
LinkedIn Insight Tag
Meta Pixel
Google Ads
These track engagement and optimise marketing performance.
Managing & Controlling Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to:
Block cookies
Delete existing cookies
Receive alerts before cookies are stored
Visit your browser’s help section for instructions.
Cookie Banner Settings
You can adjust your preferences at any time using the cookie settings banner on our website.
Opt-Out Tools
Some third-party providers offer independent opt-out mechanisms:
Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on
Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out tools
Please note: disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
Legal Compliance
This Cookies Policy complies with:
UK GDPR
Data Protection Act 2018
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR)
We will review and update this policy regularly to reflect changing laws and technologies.
Updates to This Policy
From time to time, we may update this Cookies Policy to remain compliant and transparent. The “Last updated” date at the top will indicate when the latest changes were made.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about how we use cookies, or if you’d like to exercise your data protection rights, please contact us:
BUILDBIRD LTD
Email: support@buildbird.io
Website: www.buildbird.io
Address: Office 5, Allerburn, East Heddon, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE15 0HB, United Kingdom.