Cookie Policy for botblog.co.uk

Last Updated: June 13, 2026

Note (June 2026): Google Analytics is described below for transparency but is not currently loaded on the site. Only essential cookies and localStorage consent preference (bb_cookie_ok) are used until analytics is re-enabled with consent gating.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage them when you visit our website, botblog.co.uk. We are an affiliate blog based in the UK and committed to protecting your privacy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the website owner.

Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser, while session cookies are deleted as soon as you close your browser.

2. How We Use Cookies

At botblog.co.uk, we use cookies for a few key purposes:

  • Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They allow you to navigate the site and use its features.
  • Performance Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. They provide anonymous information about which pages are visited, the time spent on the site, and any errors encountered. This helps us improve our website's performance and user experience. We use Google Analytics for this purpose.
  • Affiliate and Tracking Cookies: As an affiliate blog, our main source of income is through affiliate partnerships. When you click on a link to a product or service that we recommend, a cookie may be placed on your device by the affiliate network or the merchant's website. This cookie tells them that you came from our site, so we can earn a commission if you make a purchase. This cookie does not contain any personally identifiable information about you. It is solely for tracking the referral.

3. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to the cookies we set, third parties may also place cookies on your device when you visit our website. These "third-party cookies" are typically used by our affiliate partners, social media platforms, and analytics providers (like Google Analytics). We have no control over these cookies. You should check the relevant third-party websites for their own cookie policies.

4. Your Consent

Under UK and EU law, we are required to obtain your consent for all non-essential cookies. When you first visit our website, you will see a banner with Accept and Reject options. Accept stores your preference in localStorage; Reject dismisses the banner without enabling analytics.

5. How to Manage Cookies

You have the right to control and manage the cookies on your device. You can set your browser to refuse all or some cookies, or to alert you when websites set or access cookies.

Here are links to instructions for common browsers:

Please note that if you choose to block cookies, some parts of our website may not function correctly.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

Email: info@botblog.co.uk