Last updated: [01/12/2025]

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how I use them on nixil.co.uk, and the choices you have about them.

I keep things simple, transparent, and jargon-free — because nobody needs a headache just trying to read a cookie notice.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are tiny text files stored on your device when you visit a website.
Some cookies are essential for the site to work; others help improve performance or personalise your experience.

Cookies are not harmful, don’t let me “see” your files, and don’t give me direct access to your device.

2. How I Use Cookies

Nixil uses a small number of cookies to:

  • Make the website load and function properly
  • Remember preferences (like cookie consent)
  • Improve performance and security
  • Understand how visitors use the site (via anonymous analytics)

I do not use cookies for:

  • Advertising
  • Selling data
  • Cross-site tracking
  • Annoying marketing pop-ups

Ever.

3. Types of Cookies I Use

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These are required for the website to work.

Examples include:

  • Security features
  • Form protection (e.g., anti-spam)
  • Cookie consent tool itself

You cannot disable these because the site simply wouldn’t function.

2. Performance & Analytics Cookies

These help me understand how people use the site so I can improve it.

These may collect:

  • Page views
  • Clicks
  • Device type
  • Browser type
  • General location (city/country)

All analytics data is anonymous — I cannot identify you from it.

If you disable analytics cookies, the site will still work perfectly.

3. Functional Cookies

These remember small things that make your visit smoother, such as:

  • Form preferences
  • Page settings
  • Whether you’ve seen or closed a banner

These do not track you outside my site.

4. Cookies Used by Third-Party Tools

Some trusted services may set cookies when you use parts of the site, such as:

  • Booking system (scheduling a call)
  • Embedded videos (e.g., YouTube)
  • Spam protection tools
  • Email sign-up forms

Each provider is GDPR-compliant and only uses cookies necessary for their features.

I keep third-party tools to a minimum and only use safe, reputable providers.

5. How You Can Manage Cookies

You have full control over your cookie choices.

Browser Controls

You can block or delete cookies via your browser:

  • Chrome
  • Safari
  • Firefox
  • Edge

Simply go to the privacy or security settings in your browser and choose what to allow or block.

Consent Banner Settings

If my cookie consent banner lets you toggle categories, you can change your preferences at any time.

6. How Long Cookies Last

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies — deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies — stored for a set period (usually 30 days – 12 months)

Persistent cookies help remember preferences or count returning visits.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

I may update this policy occasionally to keep things compliant and up-to-date.
The latest version will always be available on this page.

If changes are significant, I will update the date at the top.

8. Contact

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, email:

📩 nikki@nixil.co.uk
Subject: Cookie Policy Question