Cookie Policy
VERSION: 2.0
LAST UPDATED: 27/02/2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy (the “Policy”) describes how Watchers App Limited, a company incorporated in England and Wales under registration number 13562970, with its registered office at 4 Hill Street, Mayfair, London W1J 5NE, United Kingdom (“Watchers”, “Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”), uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when individuals access or use the website located at https://watchers.io (the “Website”).
This Policy shall be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides additional information regarding the processing of personal data.
2. Nature and Purpose of Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on a user’s device when visiting a website. Cookies enable websites to function efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide analytical information concerning website usage.
Cookies may be classified as:
(a) Session cookies, which are temporary and automatically deleted when the browser session ends; or
(b) Persistent cookies, which remain stored on the device for a defined period or until manually deleted.
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies, including tracking pixels, web beacons, and browser local storage, which operate in a comparable manner.
References to “cookies” in this Policy shall include such similar technologies where applicable.
3. Categories of Cookies Used
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
The Website uses strictly necessary cookies that are essential for the operation, security, and core functionality of the Website. These cookies enable basic features such as page navigation, access to secure areas, session management, fraud prevention, load balancing, and the storage of privacy preferences.
Strictly necessary cookies do not require user consent under applicable law, as they are essential for the provision of the Website requested by the user.
The legal basis for processing personal data collected through strictly necessary cookies is the Company’s legitimate interest in ensuring the proper functioning and security of the Website, pursuant to Article 6(1)(f) UK GDPR.
3.2 Analytics Cookies (Consent Required)
Subject to the user’s prior consent, the Company uses analytics cookies to collect information about how visitors interact with the Website in order to analyse performance, improve functionality, and enhance user experience.
Analytics cookies may collect information including, without limitation:
Internet Protocol (IP) address (anonymised where applicable);
browser type and version;
device type and operating system;
pages visited and navigation paths;
time spent on pages;
interaction and engagement behaviour.
The Company currently uses analytics services provided by:
Google Analytics (Google LLC); and
HubSpot, Inc.
These third-party providers may process information in accordance with their respective privacy policies.
Analytics cookies are deployed only after the user has provided explicit consent via the cookie consent mechanism implemented on the Website.
The legal basis for processing personal data through analytics cookies is consent pursuant to Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR. Users may withdraw consent at any time as described below.
4. Specific Cookies Used on the Website
The Website currently uses analytics cookies deployed by Google Analytics (including cookies such as _ga, _ga_*, _gid, and related identifiers used to distinguish users and measure engagement) and by HubSpot, Inc. (including cookies such as hubspotutk, __hstc, __hssc, and related session tracking identifiers).
These cookies are used exclusively for analytics and performance measurement purposes and are deployed only following the user’s explicit consent via the cookie banner.
Depending on configuration, such cookies may persist for periods ranging from a single browser session to a maximum of twenty-four (24) months.
The specific cookies in use may change from time to time as a result of updates made by the respective service providers or adjustments to the Company’s configuration settings.
5. International Data Transfers
Certain analytics providers may process personal data outside the United Kingdom or the European Economic Area.
Where such transfers occur, the Company ensures that appropriate safeguards are implemented in accordance with applicable data protection legislation, including the use of adequacy decisions, UK-approved International Data Transfer Agreements (IDTA), or Standard Contractual Clauses where required.
6. Management of Cookie Preferences
Upon first access to the Website, users are presented with a cookie banner that enables them to:
accept all cookies;
reject non-essential cookies; or
manage their preferences.
Users may modify or withdraw their consent at any time by accessing the “Cookie Settings” link available in the Website footer.
In addition, most web browsers permit control of cookies through browser settings, including the ability to delete or block cookies. However, disabling strictly necessary cookies may affect the functionality of the Website.
7. Retention Periods
Cookies remain on a user’s device for varying periods depending on their purpose and configuration.
Session cookies expire automatically when the browser is closed.
Persistent cookies remain on the device until they reach their expiration date or are manually deleted by the user.
Retention periods may vary depending on the specific cookie and the provider responsible for setting it.
8. Amendments to This Policy
The Company reserves the right to amend or update this Cookie Policy from time to time in order to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, or operational practices.
Any updates shall be published on this page together with a revised “Last Updated” date. Continued use of the Website following publication of an updated version constitutes acknowledgement of the revised Policy.
9. Contact Information
If you have any questions regarding this Cookie Policy or the use of cookies on the Website, please contact:
Watchers App Limited
4 Hill Street, Mayfair
London W1J 5NE
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]