Cookie Policy 2025
Trim Training Limited
Company Number: 14192835
Website: www.trim-training.co.uk
Policy Version: 1.0
Policy ID: CKP-POL-001
Last Updated: 13 July 2025
Next Review Date: July 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Trim Training Limited (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar
technologies on our website, www.trim-training.co.uk.
Cookies help us to:
- Deliver core website functionality
- Understand how visitors use our site
- Improve user experience
- Provide secure checkout and account access
Non-essential cookies will only be set with your explicit consent. You can change your cookie
preferences at any time using our cookie settings panel.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites work
efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide analytical insights.
Cookies may collect limited personal data such as:
- IP address
- Browser type
- Device information
- Usage patterns (e.g., pages visited)
Cookies do not give us access to your device, files, or data beyond what you consent to share.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Below is a summary of the cookies used on our website.
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Lawful Basis | Examples / Retention |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Required for website operation, login, security, shopping cart, LMS access | Legitimate Interests | Session cookies (expire after session), login tokens |
| Performance / Analytics | Helps us understand visitor behaviour using tools like Google Analytics | Consent | _ga (2 years), _gid (24 hours) |
| Functional | Remembers preferences (e.g., cookie choices, display settings) | Consent | Preference cookies (1 year) |
| Marketing / Affiliate | Tracks referral links, discount codes, and affiliate partner performance | Consent | Affiliate cookies (up to 30 days)
|
We do not use behavioural advertising or intrusive tracking cookies.
You will always be notified before non-essential cookies are set
4. Third-Party Cookies
4.1 Google Analytics
Used for anonymised visitor statistics, page performance, and website improvement. Data transferred outside the UK is protected using Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs).
Google Cookie Policy
4.2 HubSpot CRM
Used for contact management, email analytics, lead forms, and visitor behaviour (with consent).
- hubspotutk – visitor identity tracking (13 months)
- __hssc – session tracking
- __hstc – visitor time-stamp tracking (13 months)
4.3 YouTube / Vimeo
Used when viewing embedded video content. May track YouTube interaction if you are logged in.
4.4 Stripe / PayPal
Set essential cookies to support secure payment processing and fraud prevention.
4.5 Affiliate Platforms (if used)
Affiliate tracking cookies may remain active for up to 30 days unless cleared earlier.
5. How to Manage Cookies
You can manage or delete cookies at any time via your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Disabling strictly necessary cookies may prevent LMS access, login, checkout, or downloads.
6. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you will be shown a cookie banner where you can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customise your cookie settings
Your choices are stored for 12 months unless you delete cookies manually.
7. Lawful Basis for Cookie Use
Under the UK GDPR:
• Essential cookies → Legitimate Interests
• Analytics, functional & marketing → Consent
8. International Data Transfers
Some third-party providers may transfer cookie data outside the UK, protected by SCCs, IDTA, and technical safeguards. We only use providers who meet UK data protection standards.
9. Linked Policies
- Privacy & Data Protection Policy
- Terms & Conditions of Sale
- Terms of Website Use
For questions, contact: support@trim-training.co.uk
10. Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect legal changes, technology updates, new cookies, or feedback. Next review: July 2026.
Signed:
Noel Wilson
Director, Trim Training Limited
Date: 13 July 2025