1. Introduction

At Ascentis AI (“we”, “us”, “our”), we are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how we use cookies and similar technologies. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on our website, and what choices you have.

This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide helpful information to website owners, and enhance your browsing experience.

Cookies can be:

• Session cookies: deleted when you close your browser.

• Persistent cookies: remain on your device until they expire or you delete them.

• First-party cookies: set by our website.

• Third-party cookies: set by external services (e.g., analytics, social media).

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies

   • Enable the core functions of the site (e.g., navigation, security).

   • Without these, the site may not function properly.

   • These cookies do not require your consent.

2. Performance & Analytics Cookies

   • Collect anonymous information about how visitors use our site.

   • Help us improve usability, load times, and design.

   • Example: Google Analytics.

3. Functionality Cookies

   • Remember your preferences (e.g., language selection).

   • Provide a more personalised experience.

4. Advertising & Social Media Cookies

   • Track browsing behaviour across websites.

   • Deliver relevant ads and measure their effectiveness.

   • May enable features like embedded videos, share buttons, or social media feeds.

4. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

• In the UK, we comply with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

• In France and the EU, we comply with the ePrivacy Directive and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

This means:

• Strictly necessary cookies are enabled without consent.

• All other cookies are used only if you give us consent via the cookie banner.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit our site, you will see a cookie banner giving you the choice to:

• Accept all cookies,

• Reject non-essential cookies, or

• Manage preferences (enable/disable categories).

You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by:

• Clicking the cookie settings icon [insert if available], or

• Adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies.

For instructions, see your browser’s help section (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, etc.).

6. Third-Party Services We Use

We may use the following third-party services, which set cookies:

• Google Analytics – website performance and usage tracking.

• YouTube / Vimeo – embedded videos.

• LinkedIn / Twitter / Facebook – share buttons or tracking pixels for campaign performance.

These providers have their own privacy and cookie policies.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our services. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

8. Contact us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us at: info@ascentis-ai.com