Cookie Policy - SecurityMasters.uk
This Cookie Policy contains information regarding the use of cookies and other similar technologies on the website https://www.securitymasters.uk/1 (hereinafter referred to as the "Website"). This document sets out the rules for the Website's use of technologies that store and access information on the User's device, in particular cookies. The Website is owned by Security Masters - a provider of professional services in the areas of IT security, IT support, audits, penetration testing, and cybersecurity training. For matters related to personal data and cookies, you may contact the Administrator by email at: kontakt@securitymasters.pl or by phone:
+48 536 535 534.
For additional information about the processing of personal data, please refer to the Privacy Policy available on the Website.

What are cookies?
Cookies are text files stored on your computer or mobile device while using the Website. They enable, among other things:

• the proper functioning of the Website,
• remembering user preferences and settings,
• traffic analysis on the website,
• customizing the Website's content and functions.

Cookies are downloaded from your browser and stored on your device. When you revisit the Website using the same device and browser, the Website may recognize your previous visits and adjust the displayed content and functions accordingly.

Similar technologies
SecurityMasters.uk may also use technologies similar to cookies, such as:
- Google LLC
- LiveChat Inc.

First-party and third-party cookies

• First-party cookies - installed by Security Masters in order to ensure the proper functioning of the Website and services.
• Third-party cookies - installed by external tools (e.g. analytics or marketing tools).

Third-party cookies may be placed during your visit to the Website and collect information about your behavior on the site. Detailed information about the tools used is available in the cookie banner and in the consent preferences section.

How to control cookies and similar technologies
The user may:

• accept or reject cookies through the consent banner displayed during the first visit to the website,
• change or withdraw consent at any time through the consent management widget available on the Website,
• delete or block cookies directly in the browser settings (e.g. Chrome, Firefox, Edge, Safari).

Disabling or restricting cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.

Managing cookies in your browser

You can configure your browser to automatically block or delete cookies. Procedures vary depending on the browser.
Detailed instructions are available in your browser's help section. Please note that disabling technical cookies may hinder or prevent the use of the Website's functions.

Categories of cookies

1. Technical / essential cookies
   These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of the Website. Without them, some functions may not work.
2. Analytics / performance cookies
   They make it possible to analyze how the Website is used in order to optimize it (e.g. visit statistics, content popularity).
3. Marketing / advertising cookies
   They are used to tailor advertising content and measure campaign effectiveness. Installed only with consent.

List of cookies and other technologies similar to cookies used on the website www.securitymasters.uk/1

Name	Category	Source	Storage period	Purpose
sm_cookie_consent_v2	Essential	securitymasters.uk	1 year	Remembers the user's choice regarding cookie consent
_ga	Analytics	Google LLC	2 years	Distinguishes users for statistical purposes (Google Analytics)
_ga_WC3EF6CKZP	Analytics	Google LLC	2 years	Maintains Google Analytics session state
_gcl_au	Marketing	Google LLC	3 months	Tracks the effectiveness of Google Ads campaigns
__lc_cid	Functional	LiveChat Inc.	approx. 13 months	Identifies the user in the LiveChat system
__lc_cst	Functional	LiveChat Inc.	session	Maintains the LiveChat chat session
__oauth_redirect_detector	Functional	LiveChat Inc.	session	Ensures proper LiveChat login and redirects