Last updated: 1^st October 2024

Welcome to https://www.afinbank.com (the “Site”), which is owned and operated by Afin Bank (“Afin”, “we” and “us”). Here you will find information on what cookies may be set when you visit the Site, what we use cookies for, and how to reject or delete those cookies.

When you access the Site for the first time you will be asked to agree to our use of certain types of cookies (such as performance, marketing and tracking cookies) listed in the table below in the manner described in this policy. This is to ensure compliance with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations. If you previously accessed the Site and did not agree for cookies to be set or you deleted cookies previously, you will be asked to agree to cookies being placed on your computer again.

This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies on our website and your choices regarding their use.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files downloaded on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device and store information about your preferences or past actions. Cookies help improve your experience on our website by remembering your preferences and providing personalised content. For more information on cookies, please see the following article HTTP cookie - Wikipedia

Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies:

a) Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for you to browse the website and use its features. Without these cookies, services such as navigating between pages or accessing secure areas of the site cannot be provided.

b) Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, including which pages are visited most frequently, and if users encounter error messages. These cookies do not collect information that identifies an individual visitor. The data collected is aggregated and anonymous, and it is used to improve how our website functions.

We use the following third-party services to help us analyse website usage:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics uses cookies to collect data on how visitors use our website. This data helps us understand website traffic, identify usage patterns, and improve our content and user experience. The information collected by Google Analytics cookies is anonymous and includes data like the number of visitors, the pages visited, and the time spent on our site. For more information, you can visit Google’s Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy 

   

• HubSpot Analytics: HubSpot uses cookies to track the behaviour of visitors on our website, allowing us to analyse usage, contact form submissions, and other key performance indicators. This data is used to optimise our marketing efforts and improve customer engagement. HubSpot cookies collect both anonymous and personally identifiable information (if you’ve voluntarily provided it via forms on our site). More information on HubSpot cookies can be found here: https://legal.hubspot.com/privacy-policy

c) Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements relevant to your interests. They also limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of ad campaigns. These cookies track your browsing habits and are linked to services provided by third parties, such as advertising networks.

• Google AdWords (Google Ads): Google AdWords cookies help us deliver targeted advertisements to users who have visited our website in the past. These cookies track visitors across different websites to display ads that are relevant to their interests. The data collected is anonymous, but it can be linked to your Google account if you are logged in while browsing. AdWords cookies also help us measure the effectiveness of our ad campaigns. Learn more about how Google uses cookies for advertising: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads

Your Choices Regarding Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies or alert you when a cookie is being placed on your device. If you choose to decline cookies, some parts of our website may not function as intended.

• Browser Settings: You can set your browser to block or delete cookies by adjusting your settings. For more information on how to manage cookies in your browser, visit the help section of your browser or the following links:
   
  • Chrome (https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647)
  • Firefox (https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/clear-cookies-and-site-data-firefox)
  • Safari (https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201265)
  • Edge (https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4027947/windows-delete-cookies)
    
    
• Opting Out of Google Analytics: You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
  
  
• Ad Personalisation: You can manage the information Google uses to show you ads here: https://adssettings.google.com/authenticated

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our business practices. When we make updates, the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy will be revised. We encourage you to periodically review this page to stay informed of how we are using cookies.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

Afin Bank

Birchin Court

20 Birchin Lane

London

EC3V 9DJ  

Email:info@afinbank.com