Konnectiv uses the following categories of cookies:

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2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

Essential for the website and portal to function properly. These include:

• Login authentication

• Session management

• Security features

• Load balancing

• Portal access permissions
   

These cookies cannot be switched off and do not require consent under UK or EU law.

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2.2 Functional Cookies

Enable enhanced features and personalisation, such as:

• Remembering user preferences

• Saving form progress

• Supporting community and communication tools
   

If disabled, some functionality may not operate correctly.

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2.3 Performance and Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how the site and portals are used, so we can improve usability and performance.

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We may use tools such as:

• Google Analytics

• Server-side usage logs

• Third-party analytics platforms
   

Data collected may include:

• Page views and navigation paths

• Time spent on pages

• Device and browser types

• Error reports

• Portal usage patterns
   

Analytics cookies require consent where they are non-essential.

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2.4 Marketing and Tracking Cookies

Used to:

• Measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns

• Understand user engagement

• Support permitted advertising activities

• Track referrals and conversions
   

Konnectiv does not sell advertising space and does not operate behavioural advertising networks, but certain tracking tools may still be used to measure website performance and inbound traffic.

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Marketing cookies require explicit consent.

3. Cookies Used in the Portal

Portal areas for contractors and clients may use additional cookies for:

• Secure authentication

• Document uploads

• Messaging or community features

• Compliance workflows

• Role matching algorithms

• Protecting against data scraping or automated misuse
   

These cookies are essential for providing the service and may not be disabled without affecting portal access.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Third parties may set cookies when:

• Analytics tools run

• You view embedded content (e.g., video, maps, documents)

• You interact with external links

• Portal tools rely on trusted providers (e.g., cloud hosting, verification services)
   

Konnectiv does not control these cookies and recommends reviewing the third parties’ policies.

5. Managing Cookie Preferences

You may manage, block, or delete cookies through:

1. The cookie banner or preference centre (where available)

2. Browser settings

3. Manual deletion of stored cookies
    

Most browsers allow you to:

• Block all cookies

• Block third-party cookies

• Delete cookies on exit

• Receive alerts before cookies are placed
   

However:

• Blocking essential cookies may prevent parts of the site or portal from working correctly

• Preferences may be lost if you delete cookies or use a private browsing mode

6. Legal Basis for Using Cookies