Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Sicklo Ltd ("Sicklo", "we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website and use our employment verification platform ("Service"). By continuing to use Sicklo, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings or our cookie consent tool. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and improve your experience. Similar technologies include: • Local Storage: Data stored in your browser that persists until cleared • Session Storage: Temporary data that is deleted when you close your browser • Pixels/Web Beacons: Small images that track user behaviour • Device Fingerprinting: Collecting device information for identification These technologies serve various purposes, from essential functionality to analytics and personalisation.

3.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary) These cookies are required for the basic functionality of Sicklo. Without them, certain features would not work. They cannot be disabled. Purpose: • Keeping you signed in to your account • Remembering your session state • Security tokens and CSRF protection • Load balancing and server routing Examples: • auth_token: Maintains your login session • csrf_token: Protects against cross-site request forgery • session_id: Identifies your browser session Duration: Session or up to 30 days 3.2 Functional Cookies These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences and choices. Purpose: • Language and regional preferences • Display settings (dark/light mode) • Form data auto-fill • Recently viewed items Examples: • user_preferences: Stores your display settings • language: Remembers your language selection • cookie_consent: Records your cookie preferences Duration: Up to 12 months 3.3 Analytics Cookies These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with Sicklo so we can improve our service. Purpose: • Page view tracking • Feature usage analysis • Performance monitoring • Error tracking Examples: • _ga, _gid: Google Analytics (anonymised) • _sicklo_analytics: Internal usage metrics Duration: Up to 24 months We use anonymised data wherever possible and do not track individual users for advertising purposes. 3.4 We Do NOT Use: • Advertising cookies • Third-party marketing trackers • Social media tracking pixels • Cross-site tracking for ad targeting

Some cookies on Sicklo are set by third-party services that we use. These include: 4.1 Analytics Providers • Google Analytics: Helps us understand how users interact with our platform • We have configured Google Analytics to anonymise IP addresses • Data is used for aggregated reporting only 4.2 Security Services • Cloudflare: Provides security and performance services • Sets cookies for DDoS protection and bot detection 4.3 Error Monitoring • Sentry: Helps us identify and fix errors • Collects technical data when errors occur We do not allow third parties to use cookies on our site for their own advertising purposes. For more information about how these third parties use cookies, please refer to their respective privacy policies.

5.1 Cookie Consent Banner When you first visit Sicklo, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can: • Accept all cookies • Reject non-essential cookies • Customise your preferences 5.2 Browser Settings Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings: Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions 5.3 Opt-Out Links You can opt out of analytics tracking: • Google Analytics: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout 5.4 Impact of Disabling Cookies If you disable essential cookies: • You may not be able to log in to your account • Some features may not function correctly • Your preferences will not be remembered If you disable analytics cookies: • We will not track your usage patterns • The core functionality of Sicklo will remain unaffected

Cookies have different lifespans: Session Cookies: • Deleted when you close your browser • Used for temporary data like form inputs Persistent Cookies: • Remain on your device for a set period • Used for preferences and analytics Our Cookie Retention Periods: • Essential cookies: Session to 30 days • Functional cookies: Up to 12 months • Analytics cookies: Up to 24 months • Consent preferences: Up to 12 months You can clear cookies at any time through your browser settings. Note that this will sign you out of Sicklo and reset your preferences.

7.1 UK GDPR Compliance Our use of cookies complies with: • UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) • Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) • Data Protection Act 2018 7.2 Your Rights Under UK data protection law, you have the right to: • Know what data we collect via cookies • Access your cookie-related data • Request deletion of your data • Withdraw consent at any time 7.3 Data Minimisation We only collect data necessary for the stated purposes. We do not: • Sell cookie data to third parties • Use cookies for behavioural advertising • Share cookie data with advertisers 7.4 Data Security Cookie data is protected by: • Encryption in transit (HTTPS) • Secure storage practices • Access controls and monitoring

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect: • Changes in our cookie practices • New regulatory requirements • Updates to our services When we make changes: • The "Last Updated" date will be revised • Material changes will be communicated via email or site notice • You may be asked to re-confirm your cookie preferences We recommend reviewing this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy: Email: admin@sicklo.com Website: https://sicklo.com/contact Sicklo Ltd United Kingdom We aim to respond to all enquiries within 30 days.