Cookie Policy
Effective date: 9 October 2026 · Last updated: 9 October 2026
1. About This Cookie Policy
1.1This Cookie Policy explains how BLINQO LTD (“Blinqo”, “we”, “us” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on the Blinqo website, platform and related digital services.
1.2Cookies and similar technologies may be used to operate the Platform, maintain security, remember preferences, understand usage and, where implemented, support analytics or marketing.
1.3This Cookie Policy should be read together with Blinqo’s Privacy Policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on a device when a website or online service is used.
Cookies may allow a website to:
- recognise a device or browser;
- maintain a login session;
- remember preferences;
- improve security;
- understand how the Platform is used; and
- support analytics or other functionality.
Some technologies perform similar functions without using traditional cookies. References to “cookies” in this Policy may include similar technologies where appropriate.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Blinqo may use the following categories of cookies.
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the Platform to operate correctly.
They may be used for purposes such as:
- account login and authentication;
- maintaining secure sessions;
- security and fraud prevention;
- preventing unauthorised requests;
- remembering privacy or cookie choices; and
- enabling essential Platform functionality.
Because these cookies are necessary to provide the Platform, they may be used without consent where permitted by law.
3.2 Preference and Functional Cookies
These cookies may remember choices or settings to provide a more convenient User experience.
For example, they may remember:
- language;
- display preferences;
- selected settings; or
- other non-essential preferences.
Where legally required, these cookies will only be used after appropriate consent has been obtained.
3.3 Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies may help Blinqo understand how Users interact with the Platform.
They may be used to understand:
- which pages or features are used;
- how Users move through the Platform;
- technical performance;
- errors or usability issues; and
- general usage trends.
Where consent is required, analytics cookies will not be activated until the User has provided consent.
3.4 Marketing Cookies
If Blinqo uses advertising or marketing technologies in the future, marketing cookies may be used to:
- measure advertising effectiveness;
- understand campaign performance;
- limit repeated advertising; or
- provide more relevant advertising.
Marketing cookies will only be used where legally permitted and, where required, after consent has been obtained.
3.5 Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed by third-party services integrated into the Platform, such as analytics, payment, security, communication or other technology providers.
The use of these cookies depends on the services actually implemented by Blinqo.
4. Cookies Currently Used
The cookies and similar technologies used by Blinqo are listed in the table below.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Category | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| blinqo_session | Blinqo | Keeps you signed in to your Account. | Strictly necessary | Up to 30 days, renewed while you use the Platform. Ends when the browser closes if you do not choose to stay signed in. |
| blinqo_csrf | Blinqo | Protects your Account against cross-site request forgery. Not used for tracking. | Strictly necessary | Up to 30 days |
| coming_soon_bypass | Blinqo | Gives authorised Blinqo staff access to the Platform before public launch. Not set for other visitors. | Strictly necessary | 30 days |
This table is kept up to date based on the technologies actually used by the live Platform.
Blinqo will not intentionally list cookies or technologies that are not used by the Platform.
5. Cookie Consent
5.1 Consent Banner
Where non-essential cookies are used, Blinqo will provide an appropriate cookie consent mechanism.
Users may be given options such as:
- Accept All;
- Reject Non-Essential; and
- Manage Preferences.
5.2 Non-Essential Cookies
Non-essential cookies requiring consent will not be activated before valid consent has been obtained.
5.3 Withdrawal of Consent
Users may withdraw or change their cookie preferences at any time through the relevant cookie settings or preference-management tool.
5.4 Strictly Necessary Cookies
Strictly necessary cookies may remain active because they are required for essential Platform functionality, security or account operation.
6. How Long Cookies Last
Cookies may remain on a device for different periods depending on their purpose and configuration.
6.1 Session Cookies
Session cookies normally expire when the browser or session is closed.
These may be used for purposes such as:
- maintaining login sessions;
- supporting security; and
- enabling temporary Platform functionality.
6.2 Persistent Cookies
Persistent cookies remain on a device for a set period or until deleted.
They may be used to remember preferences, recognise returning Users or support analytics and other functionality.
6.3 Cookie Duration
The specific duration of each cookie used by Blinqo is stated in the cookie table in Section 4.
Blinqo will review cookie durations periodically and will not intentionally keep cookies for longer than reasonably necessary for their purpose.
7. Managing Cookies
7.1 Cookie Preferences
Where applicable, Users can manage non-essential cookie preferences through Blinqo’s cookie consent or preference-management tool.
This may include the ability to:
- accept non-essential cookies;
- reject non-essential cookies;
- enable or disable specific categories; and
- withdraw or change previous consent.
7.2 Browser Settings
Users may also manage or delete cookies through their browser settings.
Blocking or deleting certain cookies may affect how some parts of the Platform function.
7.3 Essential Cookies
Strictly necessary cookies cannot always be disabled through Blinqo’s cookie settings because they are required for essential Platform operation, security or account functionality.
8. Third-Party Technologies
8.1 Third-Party Providers
Blinqo may use third-party technologies to support Platform functionality.
These may include providers of:
- analytics;
- payments;
- security;
- authentication;
- communications;
- embedded content; or
- other technical services.
8.2 Third-Party Cookies
Some third-party services may place or access cookies or similar technologies on a User’s device.
Where required by law, non-essential third-party technologies will not be activated before appropriate consent has been obtained.
8.3 Third-Party Privacy Information
Third-party providers may process information under their own privacy notices or cookie policies.
Where relevant, Users should review the information provided by those third parties.
8.4 Changes to Third-Party Providers
The third-party technologies used by Blinqo may change from time to time.
Where these changes affect the cookies or similar technologies used on the Platform, Blinqo will update this Cookie Policy and relevant consent settings where appropriate.
9. Changes and Contact
9.1 Changes to This Cookie Policy
Blinqo may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- changes to the Platform;
- changes to cookies or similar technologies used;
- changes to third-party providers; or
- changes to legal or regulatory requirements.
The latest version will be made available on the Platform.
9.2 Contact Us
Questions about this Cookie Policy or Blinqo’s use of cookies may be sent to:
BLINQO LTDCompany number: 17465297Registered office: 38 Meer End, Birmingham, England, B38 9TXPrivacy email: privacy@blinqo.co.uk