Cookie Policy
How PayPunks uses cookies and similar technologies, the categories used, and how consent is managed under UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
Last updated 2026-01-01 · Markdown version
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1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how PayPunks ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.paypunks.io.
We are committed to full transparency about how and why cookies are used, and how you can manage your preferences in accordance with the UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and, where applicable, the EU GDPR.
2. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help recognize your browser, remember preferences, and enhance user experience. Cookies can also be used for analytics and advertising purposes.
There are two main types:
- Session cookies — deleted automatically when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies — remain on your device for a defined period or until manually deleted.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the basic operation and security of the website. They enable features like page navigation, secure areas, and form submissions. They do not require user consent. Examples: maintaining session state, security tokens, contact form operation.
B. Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices to improve usability. They help store selected language, region, and saved information in forms. Disabling them may limit some personalization features. Legal basis: your consent.
C. Analytics and Performance Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our website. These cookies collect aggregated, anonymized data such as pages visited, time spent on them, traffic sources, device and browser type, and user interaction patterns. This helps us improve website content and performance. We may use tools such as Google Analytics or Hotjar, which can store data on servers outside the UK or EEA under appropriate safeguards. Legal basis: your consent.
D. Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies help us and our partners deliver relevant ads based on your interests and browsing behavior. They may limit how often you see an ad and measure campaign effectiveness. Examples include cookies from Google Ads, Meta (Facebook/Instagram), or LinkedIn. Data collected through such cookies may be processed under the privacy policies of those third-party platforms. Legal basis: your consent.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third parties to provide analytics or advertising services. We do not control these cookies directly. We recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of these providers to understand their practices.
5. Managing Cookies and Consent
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear. You can accept or reject non-essential cookies or change your preferences at any time.
You may also adjust browser settings to block or delete cookies, or withdraw consent through the cookie manager of your browser. Please note: disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality or performance.
6. Data Transfers and Safeguards
If cookie-related data is transferred outside the United Kingdom or the European Economic Area, we ensure appropriate legal safeguards — such as Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or adequacy decisions issued by the UK ICO or European Commission.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The most recent version will always be available on this page, with the effective date indicated above. If material changes occur, users will be notified via a website banner or other appropriate means.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns regarding our use of cookies or the processing of your data, please contact us: [email protected]