Cookie Policy
At Velvorin, we believe in transparency. This policy explains how we use cookies to help you manage your impulsive spending habits effectively while keeping your data secure.
Last Updated: October 2023
Legal Disclaimer
This document is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. While we strive for accuracy according to UK legislation, we recommend consulting with a qualified legal professional regarding specific compliance requirements.
1. Introduction and Scope
Velvorin ("we", "us", or "our") operates the website dedicated to psychological techniques for controlling impulsive purchases. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website.
Since our headquarters are located in London, United Kingdom, we comply strictly with the Data Protection Act 2018, the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) 2003. These laws govern how we store information on your device and access information already stored there.
2. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files containing small amounts of information which are downloaded to your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies are then sent back to the originating website on each subsequent visit, or to another website that recognises that cookie.
They are useful because they allow a website to recognise a user’s device, remember preferences, and generally improve the user experience. In the context of Velvorin, they help us understand which psychological spending triggers are most relevant to our audience.
3. How We Use Cookies
Strictly Necessary
These are essential for the operation of our website. They include, for example, cookies that enable you to log into secure areas or use shopping cart features.
- • Session ID
- • Security Verification
- • Load Balancing
Analytical/Performance
They allow us to recognise and count the number of visitors and to see how visitors move around our website when they are using it.
- • Google Analytics (Anonymised)
- • Heatmaps
- • Retention Rates
Targeting & Marketing
These cookies record your visit to our website, the pages you have visited and the links you have followed to provide tailored information.
- • Retargeting Pixels
- • Social Media Sharing
- • Ad Attribution
4. Specific Cookies in Use
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes users for analytics. | 2 years | |
| _gid | Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited. | 24 hours | |
| vel_session | Velvorin | Maintains user session state. | End of Session |
| cc_cookie | Velvorin | Remembers your cookie consent preferences. | 6 months |
5. Legal Basis for Processing
Under UK law (PECR and UK GDPR), we require your informed consent to use any cookies that are not "strictly necessary" for the website's basic functionality.
- Strictly Necessary: Processed based on our legitimate interest in providing a functional website.
- Functional, Analytical, and Marketing: Processed only if you provide explicit consent via our cookie banner.
6. Managing Your Preferences
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie rights by setting your preferences in the Cookie Consent Manager.
Additionally, most web browsers allow some control of most cookies through the browser settings. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set, visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.
7. Third-Party Cookies
In some special cases, we also use cookies provided by trusted third parties. As mentioned, we use Google Analytics which is one of the most widespread and trusted analytics solutions on the web for helping us to understand how you use the site and ways that we can improve your experience. These cookies may track things such as how long you spend on the site and the pages that you visit so we can continue to produce engaging content about financial self-control.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please email us or write to us at:
Velvorin Data Compliance Office
Address: 42 Baker Street, London
Email:
Phone: +1 (493) 106-9962