This Cookie Policy explains how Qualified Group uses cookies and similar technologies when you access or use our website.

By continuing to use this website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy unless you disable them through your browser settings or cookie preferences.

This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

WHAT ARE COOKIES

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website.

Cookies help websites function properly, improve user experience, analyse website performance, remember preferences, and support security and operational functionality.

Cookies may be temporary (session cookies) or remain on your device for a defined period (persistent cookies).

HOW WE USE COOKIES

Qualified Group may use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:

• Website functionality
• Website security
• Performance monitoring
• Analytics and traffic analysis
• User experience improvements
• Remembering user preferences
• Website optimisation
• Technical diagnostics
• Marketing and communication performance
• Fraud prevention and operational security

TYPES OF COOKIES WE MAY USE

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation and security of the website.

Without these cookies, certain website functions may not operate correctly.

Examples include:

• Security and authentication
• Form submissions
• Session management
• Website navigation
• Basic operational functionality

Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website and allow us to improve website functionality, performance, and user experience.

These cookies may collect information such as:

• Pages visited
• Time spent on pages
• Device information
• Browser type
• Website traffic behaviour
• Technical performance metrics

Analytics data is generally aggregated and does not directly identify individual users.

Functionality Cookies

These cookies help remember preferences and improve user experience.

Examples may include:

• Language preferences
• Display settings
• User interface customisation
• Saved preferences

Marketing & Tracking Cookies

Where applicable, Qualified Group may use marketing, advertising, or tracking technologies to measure marketing effectiveness, website engagement, and communication performance.

These technologies may be provided by third-party platforms including analytics or advertising providers.

THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

Some cookies may be placed by third-party services integrated into the website, including:

• Analytics providers
• Embedded content providers
• Social media platforms
• Advertising platforms
• Video hosting services

Qualified Group does not control third-party cookies and users should review the relevant third-party privacy and cookie policies separately.

MANAGING COOKIES

Users may manage, restrict, or disable cookies through browser settings.

Most web browsers allow users to:

• View stored cookies
• Delete cookies
• Block specific cookies
• Disable all cookies
• Configure cookie preferences

Please note that disabling cookies may affect website functionality and user experience.

Browser management instructions can usually be found within browser settings or help documentation.

GOOGLE ANALYTICS & TRACKING TOOLS

Qualified Group may use analytics tools such as Google Analytics or similar technologies to monitor website performance and user interaction.

These tools may collect information including:

• Device type
• Browser information
• IP address
• Pages visited
• Website interaction data
• Geographic region
• Referral sources

Such information is used to improve website performance, operational functionality, and user experience.

DATA PROTECTION

Any personal data collected through cookies or analytics technologies will be processed in accordance with:

• UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
• Data Protection Act 2018
• Applicable UK privacy legislation

For further information regarding personal data processing, please refer to our Privacy Policy.

CHANGES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY

Qualified Group reserves the right to update or modify this Cookie Policy at any time without prior notice.

Updated versions will be published on this page.

Continued use of the website following updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Cookie Policy.

CONTACT INFORMATION

For questions relating to this Cookie Policy, privacy, or data protection matters, please contact:

Qualified Group
Birmingham, United Kingdom

Email: info@qualifiedgroup.co.uk
Telephone: 0121 374 0138