Cookie Policy

Last updated: September 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Contract Sharp (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website www.contractsharp.com. It also explains your choices regarding cookies and your rights under UK data protection law.

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites recognise your device and remember certain information about your visit. Cookies can be first-party (set by us) or third-party (set by other providers).

Other tracking technologies may include pixels, local storage, or similar methods, which function similarly to cookies.

2. Types of cookies we use

We use the following categories of cookies and similar technologies:

Strictly necessary cookies
Essential for the website to function.
Enable you to navigate the website and use its features (e.g., session management, form submission).
These cookies cannot be disabled.
Performance and analytics cookies
Collect information about how you use the website (pages visited, time spent, clicks).
Help us improve the website and user experience.
These cookies are anonymised and do not identify you personally.
Functionality cookies
Remember your preferences (e.g., language, login details, theme settings).
Improve website performance and personalise your experience.

Targeting and advertising cookies
Track your browsing activity to deliver relevant advertisements.
May be set by us or our third-party advertising partners.
Used to measure ad effectiveness and limit the number of times you see an ad.

Third-party cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use, such as Google Analytics, Koalendar (for course payments), Stripe (for payment processing), or Gumroad (for ebook sales).
These third parties may use cookies to track your interaction with their services.

3. Information collected

Cookies and tracking technologies may collect:

Device information (IP address, browser type, time zone, operating system).
Pages and features visited, referral website or search terms.
Interaction with forms, newsletters, and other website features.
Anonymised usage statistics for analytics.

We do not collect sensitive personal data via cookies without your explicit consent.

4. Consent and managing cookies

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies, except strictly necessary cookies which do not require consent.

You can manage or withdraw consent at any time:

Cookie banner/settings: When you first visit, you will be able to choose which categories of cookies to accept.
Browser settings: You can block or delete cookies via your browser settings. Note that some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled.

5. Data sharing and third parties

We may share information collected via cookies with:

Service providers such as Google Analytics, Koalendar, Stripe, Gumroad, or other tools used to run our website or services.
Legal or regulatory authorities if required by law.
Third-party advertising partners for marketing purposes (with your consent).

We do not sell your personal information to third parties.

6. Retention of cookie data

Strictly necessary cookies are deleted when you close your browser (session cookies).
Other cookies are stored for a limited period (usually up to 12 months), after which they expire automatically.
Third-party cookie retention periods may vary; please refer to their privacy policies.

7. International data transfers

Some third-party cookies may transfer data outside the UK (e.g., to the US or EU). Where applicable, we ensure adequate protections are in place under UK GDPR, including Standard Contractual Clauses or other lawful mechanisms.

8. Changes to this policy

We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in the law, website features, or our services. Updates will be posted on this page, and the “Last updated” date will be revised.

9. Contact us

For questions about this cookie policy or how we use cookies and your personal data, contact us:

Email: hello@contractsharp.com
Phone: 07508 342798