Cookie Settings

1. Introduction

GreenTree Advisory Ltd uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyse website performance, and deliver relevant content about our expert network consulting services.

This Cookie Settings page allows you to understand and control how we use cookies on our website. You can manage your preferences and make informed decisions about which cookies you allow.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit our website. They help us remember your preferences, understand how you use our site, and improve your overall experience.

Types of Cookies We Use

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted
• First-Party Cookies: Set directly by our website
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services we use (with your consent)

3. Essential Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for our website to function and cannot be disabled.

4. Analytics Cookies

Current Status: Enabled

5. Marketing Cookies

Current Status: Disabled

6. Preference Cookies

Current Status: Enabled

7. Third-Party Services

We use carefully selected third-party services that may set their own cookies:

Google Analytics (Analytics Cookies)

• Purpose: Website traffic analysis and performance monitoring
• Data Processing: Anonymized visitor behavior and page interaction data
• Privacy Controls: IP anonymization enabled, data retention limited to 26 months
• Opt-Out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

Font Services (Essential Cookies)

• Google Fonts: Used to load website typography (no tracking, privacy-focused implementation)
• Data Processing: Font files cached locally, minimal data exchange
• Purpose: Ensure consistent visual presentation across all devices

8. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have full control over your cookie preferences through multiple methods:

Website Controls

• This Page: Use the toggle buttons above to enable/disable specific cookie categories
• Banner Settings: Click "Cookie Settings" in any cookie consent banner
• Persistent Choices: Your preferences are saved and remembered for future visits

Browser Controls

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

Mobile Controls

• iOS Safari: Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security
• Android Chrome: Chrome App > Settings > Site Settings > Cookies
• Mobile Apps: Device privacy settings for in-app browsing

9. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Understanding how different cookie settings affect your website experience:

Disabling Analytics Cookies

• ✓ No Impact: Full website functionality maintained
• ⚠ Limited Impact: We cannot improve services based on usage patterns
• ⚠ Limited Impact: Cannot measure consultation request conversion rates

Disabling Marketing Cookies

• ✓ No Impact: All consulting information remains accessible
• ⚠ Limited Impact: Less personalized content recommendations
• ⚠ Limited Impact: Generic rather than tailored service suggestions

Disabling Preference Cookies

• ⚠ Some Impact: Settings reset on each visit
• ⚠ Some Impact: Cookie preferences must be set repeatedly
• ✓ No Impact: Core functionality remains available

Disabling All Cookies

• ✗ Significant Impact: Some website features may not function properly
• ✗ Significant Impact: Form submissions may not work correctly
• ✗ Significant Impact: Security features may be compromised

10. Your Privacy Rights

You have comprehensive rights regarding cookies and your personal data:

Cookie Rights

• Consent Control: Choose which cookie categories to accept or reject
• Change Preferences: Modify your cookie settings at any time
• Delete Cookies: Clear existing cookies through browser settings
• Withdraw Consent: Disable previously accepted cookies

Data Rights (Under UK GDPR)

• Access: Request information about data collected through cookies
• Deletion: Request deletion of cookie-related personal data
• Portability: Receive your cookie preference data in a portable format
• Objection: Object to cookie-based data processing

11. Updates to Cookie Policy

We may update our cookie practices to improve services or comply with regulations:

• Notification: We'll update the "Last updated" date when changes are made
• Significant Changes: Major changes will be highlighted with a website notice
• New Cookies: New cookie types will require fresh consent
• Regular Review: We review our cookie practices quarterly

We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies to enhance your experience with our expert network consulting services.

12. Contact Us About Cookies

If you have questions about our cookie policy, need help managing your preferences, or want to exercise your data rights, please contact us:

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) if you believe our use of cookies violates your privacy rights.

ICO Contact Details:
Website: ico.org.uk
Phone: 0303 123 1113