Legal & Policies
Cookie Policy
This policy explains what cookies we use on this marketing website, why we use them, and how you can control them.
Last updated: June 2025
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, and to provide information to the site owner. Some cookies are essential for a site to function; others are optional and only activated with your consent.
Scope of this policy
This policy covers cookies set on www.provisioniq.org — our public marketing website. If you use the ProvisionIQ platform (platform.provisioniq.org), a separate cookie policy applies. You can read it at platform.provisioniq.org/cookies/.
Cookies we use
Necessary cookies
Always activeThese are essential for the site to work correctly and cannot be disabled. They do not collect any personally identifiable information.
| Name | Purpose | Storage | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| provisioniq_cookie_consent | Records your cookie preferences so we don't ask again on future visits. | localStorage | Until cleared |
Note: consent preferences are stored in your browser's localStorage, not a cookie, but serves the same functional purpose.
Analytics cookies
Consent requiredWe use Google Analytics (loaded via Google Tag Manager) to understand how visitors find and use this website. This helps us improve our content and user experience. These cookies are only set if you accept analytics cookies.
We use Google's Consent Mode v2, which means analytics cookies are blocked by default until you give explicit consent. If you decline, no analytics data is collected about your visit.
| Name | Purpose | Set by | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique visitors by assigning a randomly generated ID. | Google Analytics | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Persists session state for a specific GA4 property. | Google Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes users. Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited. | Google Analytics | 24 hours |
| _dc_gtm_* | Used by Google Tag Manager to throttle request rate. | Google Tag Manager | Session |
Analytics data is processed by Google and subject to Google's Privacy Policy. We do not share this data with any other third parties, and we do not use advertising or remarketing cookies.
Lawful basis
Under the UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR):
- Necessary cookies— set on the basis of legitimate interests (enabling core site functionality). No consent is required as they do not process personal data.
- Analytics cookies— set only with your explicit consent, in line with PECR Regulation 6.
Managing your preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time in two ways:
Cookie banner
If you haven't already made a choice, the cookie banner at the bottom of the page lets you accept all, reject all, or manage individual categories. Your choice is saved immediately.
Clear your stored preference
To reset your choice, open your browser's developer tools, go to Application → Local Storage → www.provisioniq.org, and delete the provisioniq_cookie_consent entry. The banner will reappear on your next visit.
Browser settings
You can also block or delete cookies at the browser level. Note that blocking all cookies may affect how this site functions. Most browsers let you manage cookies through their settings — look for “Privacy” or “Cookies” in your browser menu.
Google Analytics opt-out
You can also opt out of Google Analytics across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Changes to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time — for example, if we add or remove cookies, or if legal requirements change. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page will reflect any changes. We won't notify you individually of minor updates, but if we introduce new cookies that require consent, the cookie banner will reappear.
Questions?
If you have any questions about how we use cookies, or want to exercise any of your rights under UK GDPR, contact us at hello@provisioniq.org. You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).