Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how MakeNoise ("Company", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at makenoise.dev ("Website"). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and how you can control them. In some cases, we may use cookies to collect personal information, or information that becomes personal when combined with other data.
Cookie Policy
Effective Date: May 24, 2025
Last Updated: May 24, 2025
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, work more efficiently, and provide valuable insights to website owners for strategic optimization.
First-party cookies are set by MakeNoise directly. Third-party cookies are set by external services and enable features such as analytics, advertising, and performance monitoring. These third parties may recognize your device across different websites to provide enhanced functionality.
Why do we use cookies?
We use cookies for strategic analysis and website optimization:
- Essential cookies: Required for our website's core functionality and security
- Analytics cookies: Help us analyze user behavior and optimize conversion rates
- Performance cookies: Enable us to monitor website performance and technical optimization
- Marketing cookies: Allow us to deliver relevant strategic insights and measure campaign effectiveness
These cookies help us understand user patterns, improve our strategic methodologies, and enhance your browsing experience.
How can you control cookies?
You have full control over cookie preferences through your browser settings. You can:
- Accept or reject specific cookie categories
- Delete existing cookies from your browser
- Block cookies entirely (though this may limit functionality)
- Set preferences using our Cookie Consent Manager
Note: Rejecting essential cookies may affect core website functionality and your ability to access certain strategic resources.
Cookies we use
Essential website cookiesRequired for basic website functionality and security.
- Name: _cf_bm | Provider: Cloudflare | Expires: 30 minutes | Purpose: Bot protection and security management
Analytics and optimization cookiesUsed to analyze user behavior and optimize our strategic approach.
- Name: _ga | Provider: Google Analytics | Expires: 2 years | Purpose: Tracks unique visitors and user behavior patterns
- Name: _gid | Provider: Google Analytics | Expires: 24 hours | Purpose: Distinguishes users for statistical analysis
- Name: _gat | Provider: Google Analytics | Expires: 1 minute | Purpose: Throttles request rate for performance optimization
Performance and functionality cookiesEnable advanced website features and performance monitoring.
- Name: _hjSession | Provider: Hotjar | Expires: Session | Purpose: User session tracking for conversion analysis
- Name: _hjAbsoluteSessionInProgress | Provider: Hotjar | Expires: Session | Purpose: Tracks session progress for optimization insights
Marketing and conversion cookiesUsed to measure strategic campaign effectiveness and deliver relevant content.
- Name: _fbp | Provider: Facebook | Expires: 90 days | Purpose: Tracks conversions and optimizes ad delivery
- Name: __hstc | Provider: HubSpot | Expires: 13 months | Purpose: Visitor tracking for strategic relationship management
Browser controls
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings. Visit the help sections for specific guidance:
Other tracking technologies
We may use additional technologies like web beacons (tracking pixels) to:
- Monitor email engagement with our strategic insights newsletter
- Track conversion patterns across our website
- Analyze user journey flows for optimization purposes
- Measure the effectiveness of our strategic content
These technologies often work in conjunction with cookies, so disabling cookies may limit their functionality.
Targeted advertising and remarketing
We may work with third-party platforms to:
- Display relevant strategic content and service information
- Retarget visitors with business growth insights
- Measure the effectiveness of our strategic positioning
- Optimize our conversion methodologies
These partners may collect browsing data through cookies and similar technologies to deliver personalized experiences.
Data transfers and third-party services
Some of our cookie-related services may process data outside the UK/EU. We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including:
- Google Analytics: Data processing agreements and privacy controls
- Hotjar: GDPR-compliant data processing and storage
- HubSpot: Enterprise-grade security and compliance measures
- Facebook: Standard contractual clauses for data protection
Your rights and choices
Under data protection law, you can:
- Access information about cookies we've placed
- Request deletion of cookie data
- Object to certain types of cookie processing
- Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies
- Opt out of targeted advertising through industry initiatives
For advertising opt-outs, visit:
Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:
- Changes in our strategic methodologies
- New cookie technologies or services
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- Operational improvements
Please review this policy regularly. The "last updated" date indicates when changes were made.
Contact us
For questions about our Cookie Policy or data practices:
MakeNoise
Email: hello@makenoise.dev
Phone: 020 8138 2838
For immediate assistance with cookie preferences or data requests, please contact us directly at hello@makenoise.dev.
This Cookie Policy reflects our commitment to transparent data practices while supporting our strategic analysis and optimization methodologies.
