Cookies Policy
Protecting your data
Last updated: August 22, 2024
SciMed's Cookies Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how SciMed LTD (“Company,” “we,” “us,” and “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognise you when you visit our website at https://www.scimed.co.uk (“Website”). It details what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them. In some cases, we may use cookies to collect personal information or that which becomes personal information if we combine it with other data.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Website owners widely use cookies to make their websites work more efficiently and provide reporting information.
First-party cookies are those set by the website owner (SciMed LTD).
Third-party cookies are set by parties other than the website owner, enabling third-party features or functionality on or through the website (e.g., advertising, interactive content, analytics). These parties can recognise your computer when it visits the website in question and certain other websites.
How Can I Control Cookies?
You have the right to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie rights by setting your preferences in the Cookie Consent Manager, which allows you to select which categories of cookies you accept or reject. Essential cookies cannot be rejected as they are strictly necessary for our services.
The Cookie Consent Manager can be found in the notification banner and on our website. If you choose to reject cookies, you may still use our website, but your access to some functionality and areas may be restricted. Additionally, you may set or amend your web browser controls to accept or refuse cookies.
Types of Cookies We Use
The specific types of first- and third-party cookies served through our Website and their purposes are described in the table below. Please note that the specific cookies served may vary depending on the specific online properties you visit.
| Cookie Type | Name | Purpose | Provider | Service | Type | Expires In |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essential Website Cookies | csif_token | Protects against hacking and malicious actors. | www.scimed.co.uk | Django View Service Privacy Policy | http_cookie | 30 days |
| TERMLY_AP | _ CACHE | Stores visitor’s consent result to improve performance of the consent banner. | www.scimed.co.uk | Termly View Service Privacy Policy | html_local_storage | |
| Performance and Functionality Cookies | MR | Used by Microsoft to reset or refresh the MUID cookie. | .c.bing.com | Microsoft View Service Privacy Policy | server_cookie | 7 days |
| SMI | Session cookie used to collect anonymous information on site usage for improving user experience. | .c.clarity.ms | ChanelAdvisor View Service Privacy Policy | server_cookie | session | |
| Analytics and Customisation Cookies | MUID | Sets a unique user id for tracking user site usage. | bing.com | Bing Analytics View Service Privacy Policy | http_cookie | 1 year 24 days |
| _cIsk | Connects multiple page views by a user into a single Clarity session recording. | .scimed.co.uk | Microsoft Clarity View Service Privacy Policy | http_cookie | 1 day | |
| ga# | Distinguishes individual users with a randomly generated number as a client identifier. | scimed.co.uk | Google Analytics View Service Privacy Policy | http_cookie | 1 year 1 month 4 days | |
| _gid | Keeps an entry of unique ID to generate statistical data on website usage by visitors. | scimed.co.uk | Google Analytics View Service Privacy Policy | http_cookie | 1 day | |
| Advertising Cookies | YSC | Collects user data through embedded YouTube videos to display targeted advertising. | .youtube.com | YouTube View Service Privacy Policy | server_cookie | session |
| IDE | Measures the conversion rate of ads presented to the user. | doubleclick.net | DoubleClick View Service Privacy Policy | server_cookie | 1 year 11 months 29 days | |
| Unclassified Cookies | VISITOR_PRIVACY_METADATA | Not yet categorised. | -youtube.com | Not yet classified | server_cookie | 5 months 27 days |
How Can I Control Cookies on My Browser?
To refuse cookies through your web browser controls, please visit your browser’s help menu for more information:
For more information on opting out of targeted advertising, please visit:
What About Other Tracking Technologies, Like Web Beacons?
We may use other technologies like web beacons (tracking pixels or clear gifs) to recognise visitors, monitor traffic patterns, deliver or communicate with cookies, or measure email marketing campaign success.
Do You Use Flash Cookies or Local Shared Objects?
We may use Flash Cookies (Local Shared Objects) for various purposes. To control these, adjust the settings of your Flash player or visit the Global Storage Settings Panel.
Do You Serve Targeted Advertising?
Third parties may serve cookies to provide relevant advertisements about goods and services. These cookies do not enable us or third parties to identify your name or contact details unless you provide them.
How Often Will You Update This Cookie Policy?
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Please revisit this page regularly to stay informed.
Where Can I Get Further Information?
If you have any questions, please email us at lee.murfitt@scimed.co.uk or contact us by post at:
SciMed LTD
SciMed
Stockport, Manchester SK4 3GN
United Kingdom
Phone: (+44)0161 442 9963
Fax: (+44)0161 442 9963