Cookie Policy
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, keep things working properly, and — when you've consented — measure how the site is used.
Similar technologies (such as web beacons, local storage, and tracking pixels) work in much the same way and are covered by this policy.
2. The cookies we use
This page is intentionally lightweight and currently sets no marketing or analytics cookies by default. When you accept cookies in our consent banner (where shown), the cookies below may be set:
| Cookie / technology | Provider | Purpose | Type | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
cookie_consent |
Beauty Directors Club | Stores your cookie preferences so we don't ask again on every page. | Strictly necessary | 12 months |
_ga, _ga_* |
Google Analytics 4 (only if enabled) | Measures visitor numbers, page views, and aggregate behaviour to help us improve the site. | Analytics — requires consent | Up to 2 years |
_fbp |
Meta (Facebook) Pixel (only if enabled) | Measures the effectiveness of our Facebook / Instagram advertising and supports retargeting. | Marketing — requires consent | 3 months |
| Searchie session cookies | Searchie | Set only if you click "Members Login" and authenticate with Searchie. Governed by Searchie's own privacy policy. | Functional — third party | Session |
We will update this table whenever the cookies in use change. If you spot anything missing, please let us know at hello@beautydirectorsclub.com.
3. Your choices
You can accept or reject non-essential cookies through our consent banner at any time. You can also manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers let you:
- See the cookies stored on your device and delete them individually
- Block cookies from specific sites or all sites
- Block third-party cookies
- Clear all cookies when you close the browser
Help pages for the major browsers: Chrome · Firefox · Safari · Edge
Blocking strictly-necessary cookies may stop parts of the site working as expected.
4. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time as our use of cookies changes. The "Last updated" date at the top reflects the most recent change.
5. Related policies
For full details about how we handle personal data, see our Privacy Policy.
6. Contact us
For any questions about cookies or tracking on this site:
hello@beautydirectorsclub.com