Cookie Policy
Last updated: 1 January 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and supply information to site owners. Cookies can be "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" cookies (remaining on your device for a set period).
2. How We Use Cookies
BritanniaGatewayHub uses cookies for the following purposes:
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the basic functioning of the Site. They include:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| dd_age_verified | Stores your age verification confirmation so you are not asked repeatedly | 30 days |
| dd_cookie_consent | Records your cookie consent preference (accepted or rejected) | 365 days |
2.2 Analytics Cookies
If you accept cookies, we may use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with the Site. These cookies collect information in an aggregated, anonymous form.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics — identifies a session | 24 hours |
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Third parties that may set cookies include:
- Google Analytics — for website usage analysis
- Font services (Google Fonts) — for delivering web fonts
Please refer to the respective third-party privacy policies for details on their cookie usage.
4. Managing Cookies
When you first visit the Site, you will be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete existing cookies
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
Please note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may affect the functionality of the Site.
For instructions on managing cookies in your browser:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions
5. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal and regulatory reasons. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.
6. Contact
For questions about our use of cookies, contact:
BritanniaGatewayHub Ltd
71-75 Shelton Street, Covent Garden
London, WC2H 9JQ, United Kingdom
Email: support@britanniagatewayhub.com