Cookie Policy

Last updated: January, 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files stored on your computer, smartphone, or other devices when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device and remember certain information, such as preferences or previous actions, helping to improve usability and performance.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies, which expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a defined period

2. How filingly.com Uses Cookies

filingly.com uses cookies and related technologies to:

  • Enable core website functionality
  • Store user preferences and settings
  • Understand how visitors interact with the Website
  • Improve speed, performance, and user experience
  • Deliver tailored content and advertising (where permitted)
  • Support age verification and restrict underage access

3. Categories of Cookies Used

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential and cannot be disabled, as they ensure the Website operates correctly:

  • Age Verification Cookies: Store confirmation that you are 18+
  • Security Cookies: Help protect against fraud and unauthorised access
  • Consent Cookies: Remember your cookie preferences
  • Session Cookies: Maintain functionality while you browse

3.2 Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how the Website is used. Data is collected in an aggregated and anonymised form:

  • Google Analytics: Measures traffic, page interactions, and user behaviour
  • Performance Tracking: Monitors loading speed and site efficiency
  • Error Reporting: Identifies technical issues and faults

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance usability and personalise your experience:

  • Language Selection: Saves your preferred language
  • Display Preferences: Remembers layout or viewing options
  • Form Assistance: Retains information you have entered previously

3.4 Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies are used only with your consent and help us deliver relevant advertising:

  • Advertising Platforms: Display ads based on user interests
  • Conversion Measurement: Track marketing effectiveness
  • Retargeting: Show relevant ads to returning visitors

4. Third-Party Cookies

filingly.com may use trusted third-party services that place their own cookies, including:

  • Google Analytics for performance and usage insights
  • Social Media Services for sharing and integration features
  • Advertising Partners for promotional content
  • Content Delivery Networks (CDNs) to improve loading times

These third parties operate under their own cookie and privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their documentation for further details.

5. Cookie Retention Periods

Cookies remain active for different lengths of time depending on their purpose:

  • Session cookies: Deleted when the browser is closed
  • Persistent cookies: Stored for a fixed duration, such as:
    • Age verification: up to 30 days
    • Cookie preferences: up to 12 months
    • Analytics cookies: up to 26 months
    • Marketing cookies: between 90 days and 24 months

6. Managing Cookie Choices

6.1 Cookie Consent Tool

On your first visit, a cookie banner allows you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Access detailed cookie information

6.2 Browser Controls

You can also manage cookies directly through your browser:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

6.3 Opt-Out Resources

You may opt out of specific tracking services using the following tools:

7. Effects of Disabling Cookies

If cookies are disabled, certain features may be limited:

  • Information may need to be re-entered repeatedly
  • Personalised features may not function
  • Website performance could be reduced
  • Advertisements may be less relevant
  • Age verification may be required on each visit

8. Other Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, filingly.com may use similar tools, including:

  • Local Storage: Saves data within your browser
  • Session Storage: Temporary session-based storage
  • Web Beacons: Monitor site interaction
  • Pixel Tags: Track visits and engagement

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy may be revised periodically to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory changes. Any updates will be published on the Website, and the “Last updated” date will be amended accordingly.

Users are encouraged to review this policy regularly.

10. Contact Information

For questions regarding cookies or this policy, please contact:

11. Legal Basis for Cookie Processing

In accordance with UK GDPR, cookies are processed based on:

  • Legitimate Interest: Essential functionality and analytics
  • Consent: Marketing and advertising cookies
  • Legal Obligation: Security measures and age verification