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Cookie Policy

Understanding how we use cookies to enhance your experience on our website

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Policy Information

Last Updated: 16 November 2025
Effective Date: 16 November 2025

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how InstaRank uses them on our website (https://www.instarank.com), and how you can control your cookie preferences. This policy applies to all visitors and users of our website.

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not consent to our use of cookies, you can adjust your browser settings or use our cookie consent banner to manage your preferences.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive and stored by your web browser. Cookies help websites recognize returning visitors and understand how users interact with the site.

Cookies are typically classified by how long they remain on your device:

  • Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them

Types of Cookies We Use

We use different categories of cookies to provide you with the best experience on our website. Below is a detailed breakdown:

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functionality such as page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.

Examples: Session identifiers, security tokens, CSRF protection

Status: These cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for website functionality.

2. Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site.

Tools Used:

  • Google Analytics 4 (GA4): Tracks user behavior and traffic patterns. Cookie expires: 2 years
  • Vercel Analytics: Monitors website performance and user interactions. Cookie duration: Session-based

Status: You can enable/disable analytics cookies using our cookie consent banner.

3. Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites and build profiles of user interests for targeted advertising and marketing purposes. They help us display ads that are relevant to you.

Purpose: Remarketing, personalized ads, and campaign tracking

Status: You can enable/disable marketing cookies using our cookie consent banner.

4. Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and choices on our website, such as your language preference, font size, or other website settings, to provide you with a personalized experience.

Purpose: Storing user preferences and improving user experience

Status: You can enable/disable preference cookies using our cookie consent banner.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

We believe in giving you control over your data. You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:

Using Our Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear at the bottom of the page. You can:

  • Accept All: Consent to all types of cookies and close the banner
  • Reject All: Decline non-essential cookies and close the banner
  • Manage Preferences: View detailed information about each cookie type and toggle them individually

Using Your Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through your browser settings. You can typically:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block cookies from specific websites
  • Delete cookies when you close your browser
  • Allow exceptions for specific websites

Note: Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and prevent you from using certain features.

Third-Party Opt-Out

You can opt out of targeted advertising by visiting:

Cookie Retention Period

Cookies are retained for different periods depending on their type and purpose:

Cookie TypeDuration
Session CookiesUntil you close your browser
Google Analytics2 years from last activity
Cookie Consent Preference1 year from acceptance
Marketing CookiesUp to 2 years

You can delete cookies at any time using your browser settings.

Your Rights Under UK GDPR

Under UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Withdraw your cookie consent at any time
  • Request access to data collected via cookies
  • Request deletion of your cookie data
  • Lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)

To exercise these rights or for any questions about cookies, please contact us at privacy@instarank.com.

Questions About Our Cookie Policy?

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please don't hesitate to contact us:

InstaRank
Kemp House, 124 City Rd
London, EC1V 2NX
United Kingdom
Company No: 11074402
Email: privacy@instarank.com

We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt.

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