Cookie policy

1. Introduction

This cookie policy explains how Indivillage UK Pvt Ltd uses cookies and similar storage technologies on our website (indivillage.co.uk). We are committed to transparency about how we collect and use data, and to complying with UK data protection law.

We are regulated under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR). The Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) is the UK supervisory authority for data protection matters.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which sets out how we handle personal data in detail.

2. What are cookies?

A cookie is a small text file that a website stores on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more effectively and to improve your experience.

Cookies can be set either by the website itself (first-party cookies) or by third parties such as analytics providers (third-party cookies). They may be stored for the duration of your visit (session cookies) or remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them (persistent cookies).

Similar technologies include web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage, which work in a comparable way to cookies. We refer to all of these as "cookies" in this policy for simplicity.

3. Cookies we use

3.1 Strictly necessary cookies (no consent required)

These cookies are essential to enable core functionality of the website. We do not require your consent for these cookies, as they are a legal requirement under PECR.

3.2 Performance cookies (consent-based)

These cookies collect information about how you use the website — such as pages visited, clicks, and time spent — to help us understand performance, diagnose issues, and improve user experience. These require your active consent.

3.3 Third-party cookies (external services)

If you interact with embedded third-party services, additional cookies may be set by those services. You have independent control over third-party cookies through your browser settings or the third party's privacy dashboard.

4. Your consent and choices

How we ask for consent

We display a cookie banner when you first visit the website. The banner explains our use of cookies and asks for your consent before we set any non-essential cookies (performance and functional categories).

We use an explicit opt-in consent mechanism; we do not use pre-ticked boxes or implied consent.

How to withdraw consent

You can withdraw or change your cookie preferences at any time by:

1. Visiting the cookie preference centre (link in the footer, or via the cookie banner)
2. Clearing your cookies and re-visiting the website

Browser-level control

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through your browser settings. You can typically:

• View which cookies are stored on your device
• Delete specific cookies or all cookies
• Block cookies from specific sites
• Block third-party cookies entirely

Instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy
• Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Clear browsing data > Cookies and other site data

Please note that blocking cookies may impact the functionality of the website.

5. Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry-wide standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. We do not currently alter our cookie and tracking behaviour in response to DNT browser signals; however, we respect your right to decline cookies through the consent banner or your browser settings.

6. Changes to this policy

We may update this cookie policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by:

• Updating the "last-updated" date at the top of this policy
• Displaying a prominent notice on the website, or
• Requesting fresh consent if required

Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.

7. Contact us and your rights

If you have questions about this cookie policy, or if you wish to exercise your data rights (access, correction, deletion, portability, or objection), please contact:

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) if you believe we have breached your data protection rights: