Cookie Policy

 

This Cookie Policy explains how the Nineteen Group of companies ("we", "us", or "our") use cookies and similar technologies on our websites, including event and news websites.
 

1. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our websites. They help us remember your device and preferences, enhance your browsing experience, and support certain website functions.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies, which expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a set period
  • First-party cookies, set by our websites
  • Third-party cookies, set by service providers such as analytics or advertising partners

We also use tracking technologies like:

  • Web beacons (also known as clear gifs), which detect when emails are opened or pages viewed
  • Local storage, which supports site performance and functionality
     

2. Why We Use Cookies (Purposes & Lawful Basis)

We use cookies for the following purposes, in line with the UK GDPR and PECR:

Category Purpose Lawful Basis
Strictly Necessary Enable site functionality, page navigation, login sessions, and security Legitimate interest (no consent required)
Performance Analyse usage, improve performance, and detect issues Consent
Functional Remember user preferences, settings, and customisations Consent
Targeting Track user behaviour to personalise content and marketing Consent
Advertising Show relevant ads across the web based on your browsing history Consent
Email Tracking Track whether our emails are opened and links clicked Consent


Your consent for non-essential cookies is collected via our cookie banner when you first visit the site. You may update your preferences at any time.


3. What Data Do Cookies and Trackers Collect?

Cookies and similar technologies may collect:

  • Device type and model
  • Operating system and browser version
  • IP address
  • Unique device identifiers (e.g. IMEI)
  • Language and time zone settings
  • Network and location data
  • Usage patterns (clickstream, scroll behaviour, page views, time spent)

This data is either anonymised or pseudonymised where possible and is used to enhance your user experience and measure the performance of our websites.


4. Third-Party Cookies and Services

Some cookies are set by third-party providers. These may be used for:

  • Analytics (e.g. Google Analytics)
  • Social media integration (e.g. LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter/X)
  • Behavioural advertising (e.g. Google Ads, Meta Ads)
     

We do not control these cookies. You can review their privacy policies on their respective sites.

For example:

We also use web beacons in emails to understand engagement. If you wish to avoid this, disable images in your email client.


5. Managing and Controlling Cookies

You can accept or reject cookies by:

  • Managing your preferences via our cookie banner
  • Adjusting browser settings to block or delete cookies

Please note: blocking cookies may impact website functionality.

Helpful links:

Further resources:

 

6. Contact Us

If you have questions about this policy or how we use cookies, please contact:

data@nineteengroup.com

 

This Policy was last updated on 26 May 2025