Cookie policy
Last updated: May 2026
This policy explains how Commercial Dispute Expert ("we", "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on commercialdisputeexpert.com. It should be read together with our privacy policy.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. Similar technologies (such as local storage, pixels, and tags) may also be used for the same purposes described below.
How we use cookies
We group cookies into categories. When you first visit the site, a cookie banner asks for your consent before any non-essential cookies or tracking scripts are loaded. You can change your choices at any time using Cookie settings in the footer.
Cookie categories
Necessary cookies
Required for the site to function, including storing your cookie choices. These cannot be disabled.
We store your consent record in your browser's local storage (key: cde-cookie-consent-v1) for up to 12 months, after which you will be asked to choose again.
Analytics
Help us understand how visitors use the site (e.g. Google Analytics, Plausible, Hotjar) so we can improve content and performance.
Where configured, this may include Google Analytics (GA4), Google Tag Manager, Plausible Analytics, and Hotjar session analytics. These tools only load if you consent to analytics cookies.
Marketing
Used to measure advertising effectiveness and deliver relevant campaigns (e.g. Meta Pixel, LinkedIn Insight Tag).
Where configured, this may include Meta (Facebook) Pixel and LinkedIn Insight Tag for campaign measurement. These only load if you consent to marketing cookies.
Preferences
Remember choices such as language or interface settings to personalise your experience.
Third-party services
Third parties may set their own cookies when their scripts run. We only enable these scripts after you grant the relevant category. Providers may process data outside your country; see their privacy notices for details.
- Google Analytics / Google Tag Manager - Google Ireland Ltd
- Plausible Analytics - privacy-focused analytics (EU)
- Hotjar - behaviour analytics
- Meta Pixel - Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd
- LinkedIn Insight Tag - LinkedIn Ireland Unlimited Company
Google Consent Mode
Where Google tags are used, we implement Google Consent Mode v2. Non-essential storage defaults to denied until you accept the relevant categories; your choices are applied immediately when you save preferences.
Legal basis (GDPR / ePrivacy)
Necessary cookies are used on the basis of legitimate interests in operating a secure, functional website. Analytics, marketing, and preference cookies rely on your consent under applicable data protection law (including GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive). You may withdraw consent at any time via Cookie settings; withdrawal does not affect the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.
California residents (CCPA)
We do not sell personal information. Optional analytics and advertising cookies may constitute "sharing" for cross-context behavioural advertising under California law. You may opt out by rejecting non-essential cookies or disabling marketing and analytics in Cookie settings.
Managing cookies in your browser
You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Blocking necessary cookies may prevent the consent banner from remembering your choices.
Contact
Questions about this policy: use our contact page or email contact@commercialdisputeexpert.com.