Cookie Policy

Learn about how we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience on Arete Workspace.

Last updated: 29 October 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Arete Workspace Ltd complies with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) in relation to cookies and similar technologies.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website.

How Cookies Work

Cookies are small pieces of data that websites store on your computer or mobile device. They help websites remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language, login status, and other settings.

When you return to our website, we can read these cookies to provide you with a more personalized and efficient experience. Cookies don't contain personal information like your name or address, but they do help us recognize your device.

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. However, this may affect how our website functions for you.

Similar Technologies: In addition to cookies, we may use other technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and local storage to collect information about your use of our services.

Types of Cookies We Use

We use different types of cookies for various purposes to enhance your experience on our platform.

Essential Cookies
Required

Required for the website to function properly. These cannot be disabled.

Examples:

  • Authentication tokens (sb-*)
  • Security features (CSRF tokens)
  • Session management
Duration: Session or up to 1 year
Analytics Cookies
Optional

Help us understand how visitors use our website to improve user experience.

Examples:

  • Vercel Analytics (_va)
  • Page view tracking
  • User behavior analysis
Duration: Up to 2 years
Marketing Cookies
Optional

Used to deliver personalized advertisements and track marketing effectiveness.

Examples:

  • Ad targeting
  • Conversion tracking
  • Social media integration
Duration: Up to 1 year
Preference Cookies
Optional

Remember your settings and preferences to enhance your experience.

Examples:

  • Language preferences
  • Theme settings
  • Saved searches
Duration: Up to 1 year

Specific Cookies We Use

Below is a detailed list of the specific cookies used on our platform.

Cookie Name
sb-*-auth-token
Purpose
Authentication and session management
Type
Essential
Duration
1 year
Provider
Supabase (First-party)
Cookie Name
_vercel_jwt
Purpose
Security and authentication
Type
Essential
Duration
Session
Provider
Vercel (First-party)
Cookie Name
_va
Purpose
Analytics and performance monitoring
Type
Analytics
Duration
2 years
Provider
Vercel Analytics (First-party)
Cookie Name
__stripe_*
Purpose
Payment processing and fraud prevention
Type
Essential
Duration
Session to 1 year
Provider
Stripe (Third-party)

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have control over which cookies you accept. Here's how to manage your preferences.

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

Chrome

Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

Firefox

Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

Edge

Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Do Not Track (DNT)

We respect Do Not Track signals. When DNT is enabled in your browser, we will not set optional cookies and will limit data collection to essential functions only.

Your Rights

Under UK GDPR and PECR, you have the following rights regarding cookies:

Right to Refuse

You can refuse non-essential cookies when you first visit our website.

Right to Withdraw

You can withdraw your consent at any time by changing your browser settings or contacting us.

Right to Delete

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

Right to Information

You have the right to know what cookies we use and why, as detailed in this policy.

Note: Disabling essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of our website, such as logging in or making bookings.

Third-Party Services

We use trusted third-party services that may also set cookies on your device.

Vercel Analytics

Helps us understand how visitors use our website to improve user experience. Data is processed in the UK/EU.

Vercel Privacy Policy →

Stripe

Processes payments securely and may set cookies for fraud prevention. Data may be transferred to the US under adequate safeguards.

Stripe Privacy Policy →

Supabase

Powers our authentication and database services with secure cookie handling. Data is processed in the UK/EU.

Supabase Privacy Policy →
International Data Transfers

Some of our third-party service providers may transfer your data outside the UK/EEA. Where this occurs, we ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place, such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or adequacy decisions, to protect your data in accordance with UK GDPR requirements.

Policy Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.

When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy and notify you through our website or by email if the changes are significant.

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Questions About Cookies?

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

Email:

Privacy@areteworkspace.co.uk

Address:

Arete Workspace Ltd
The Mount, 72 Paris Street
Exeter, EX1 2JY