Cookie Policy

At Stan Ventures, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we collect and use your data. This Cookie Policy explains how and why we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website (www.stanventures.com), in compliance with global regulations, including the UK GDPR, EU GDPR, and US privacy laws such as the CCPA/CPRA.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us understand how you interact with our site, remember your preferences, and enhance your experience. Some cookies are set by us, while others are set by trusted third-party providers.

Cookies may be:

• Session cookies: Expire when you close your browser.
• Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a longer period.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

a. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the core functionality of our site. They enable features like secure logins, consent management, and session handling. You cannot disable these cookies through our settings.

b. Analytics & Performance Cookies

We use these cookies to understand how visitors use our website, so we can improve its performance and user experience.

• Google Analytics: Tracks user behavior, device type, and browsing flow.
• Microsoft Clarity: Provides anonymized heatmaps, scroll tracking, and session recordings to help improve usability.
• HubSpot Analytics: Tracks website traffic, user engagement, and form submissions.

c. Marketing & Advertising Cookies

These cookies allow us to deliver relevant ads and measure the success of our campaigns. They may be set by us or third-party platforms we work with.

• LinkedIn Insight Tag
• Meta Pixel (Facebook)
• HubSpot Tracking Cookies (for email and lead nurturing)

d. Functionality Cookies

These remember your site preferences and choices (e.g., language or region), so you get a personalized experience every time you visit.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by trusted third-party services integrated into our website. These services may collect your IP address, browser type, or other non-personal data.

Third-party services we use include:

• Microsoft Clarity
• HubSpot
• Google Analytics
• YouTube/Vimeo (for embedded videos)
• Social media plugins (LinkedIn, Facebook)

These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, and we recommend reviewing them directly for more information.

4. Legal Basis for Cookies

• UK and EU Visitors: We obtain your consent before setting non-essential cookies, as required by the UK GDPR and EU ePrivacy Directive.
• US Visitors (CCPA/CPRA): We do not “sell” your personal data as defined under CCPA, but you may opt out of certain data-sharing activities.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can manage or withdraw your cookie consent at any time:

• Through the Cookie Consent Banner (available on your first visit)
• Via the Cookie Settings link in our website footer
• By adjusting browser settings to block or delete cookies

Please note: disabling some cookies may affect your user experience or limit access to certain features.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the right to:

• Access, correct, or delete your personal data
• Withdraw cookie consent at any time
• Request details on how your data is used
• Opt out of tracking and targeted advertising

To exercise your rights, please contact us at [email protected].

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new “Last Updated” date. Continued use of our website signifies your agreement to the updated policy.