Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

Last Updated: September 2025

1. Introduction

RiskMetrica Limited ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website www.riskmetrica.com (the "Service"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners. Cookies enable websites to recognise your device and store information about your preferences or past actions.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
session_id Maintains user session state Session
csrf_token Security protection against cross-site request forgery Session
load_balancer Ensures consistent server routing 1 hour

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, helping us improve our service and understand user behaviour patterns.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes users 2 years
_ga_* Google Analytics - session information 2 years
_gid Google Analytics - distinguishes users 24 hours

3.3 Marketing Cookies

These cookies track visitors across websites to enable us to display relevant advertisements and marketing content tailored to your interests.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_fbp Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions 3 months
linkedin_oauth LinkedIn advertising and analytics 1 year
utm_source Tracks marketing campaign sources 6 months

4. Third-Party Services

We use several third-party services that may set their own cookies:

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website.

Social Media Platforms

Our website includes social media integration (LinkedIn, YouTube) which may set cookies for tracking and analytics purposes.

5. Your Cookie Choices

You have several options for managing cookies:

Cookie Preference Centre: Use our cookie settings tool to manage your preferences
Browser Settings: Configure your browser to block or delete cookies
Opt-out Tools: Use industry opt-out tools for advertising cookies

6. Browser Cookie Controls

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. However, limiting cookies may impact your experience of our website. Here are links to cookie controls for major browsers:

7. Data Retention

Different types of cookies are retained for different periods:

Session Cookies Deleted when browser closes
Essential Cookies Up to 1 year
Analytics Cookies Up to 2 years
Marketing Cookies Up to 1 year

8. International Transfers

Some of our third-party service providers may be located outside the European Economic Area (EEA). When data is transferred to these providers, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place through:

  • Adequacy decisions by the European Commission
  • Standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission
  • Binding corporate rules for multinational companies

9. Contact Information

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

General Enquiries

Phone: +44 780 778 0284

Data Protection Officer

10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new "Last Updated" date.