Cookie Policy for Yescapo.com (GDPR UK/EU Compliant)
This Cookie Policy explains how Yescapo Limited (“Yescapo”, “we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on www.yescapo.com (“the Website”). It is designed to comply with the requirements of the UK GDPR, EU GDPR, and the ePrivacy Directive (“Cookie Law”).
For details on how we process personal data more broadly, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone or tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites operate efficiently, provide functionality, enhance user experience, and allow statistical or advertising analysis.
Cookies may be:
- First-party cookies — set by Yescapo.
- Third-party cookies — set by external service providers such as analytics or advertising partners.
- Session cookies — deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies — remain on your device until they expire or are manually removed.
2. Legal basis for using cookies
Under the UK GDPR, EU GDPR and ePrivacy Directive, we rely on the following legal bases:
- Consent — required for all non-essential cookies, including analytics, advertising, and functionality cookies.
- Legitimate Interest — applies only to strictly necessary cookies essential for the operation of the Website.
We never place non-essential cookies without your explicit, affirmative consent.
You may withdraw your consent at any time using:
- our Cookie Banner / Cookie Settings panel; or
- your browser’s cookie controls.
3. Types of cookies we use
We classify cookies in accordance with UK/EU regulatory standards:
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies (No Consent Required)
These cookies enable core Website features such as navigation, secure login, form submission, and security. Without them, the Website cannot function properly.
- Authentication cookies
- Account/session management cookies
- Security and fraud-prevention cookies
3.2 Functionality Cookies (Consent Required)
These cookies allow the Website to remember your preferences—such as language, saved searches, or region settings.
3.3 Analytics & Performance Cookies (Consent Required)
These cookies help us understand how users interact with our Website, enabling improvements to performance and user experience.
- Google Analytics
- Internal analytics tools
Data collected is aggregated and does not identify individuals unless combined with other personal data, in accordance with GDPR.
3.4 Advertising & Targeting Cookies (Consent Required)
These cookies help deliver personalised ads, measure campaign performance, and limit how often you see certain advertisements.
Examples include:
- Google Ads
- Meta (Facebook) Pixel
- LinkedIn Insight Tag
4. Third-party cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party providers whose services we use. These may include:
- Analytics platforms
- Advertising networks
- Social login and integration tools (Google, Apple, LinkedIn, Microsoft, Facebook)
- Fraud prevention and identity verification services
These third parties may collect information about your browsing activity across websites. Their use of data is governed by their own privacy and cookie policies.
We do not permit third parties to use cookies for purposes we have not approved.
5. How we obtain your consent
In compliance with GDPR and ePrivacy Directive requirements, consent must be:
- Freely given
- Specific
- Informed
- Unambiguous (no pre-ticked boxes)
Your consent is collected when you interact with our Cookie Banner. You may choose to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject all non-essential cookies
- Customise your choices by category
We record and securely store your consent choice to comply with GDPR accountability obligations.
6. How you can control cookies
You may change or withdraw your cookie preferences at any time using:
- our Cookie Settings panel; or
- browser cookie controls.
6.1 Browser controls
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Blocking certain cookies may impact Website performance or functionality.
7. International data transfers
Some third-party providers (e.g., Google, Meta) may process data outside the UK/EEA. When this occurs, we ensure compliance through:
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs)
- Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
- Additional technical and organisational safeguards
We only work with partners who meet GDPR adequacy standards.
8. Retention periods
Cookie retention varies depending on purpose:
- Session cookies — deleted when your browser closes
- Persistent cookies — kept only for the period necessary to fulfil their intended purpose
We do not retain cookie data longer than needed to comply with GDPR principles.
9. Updates to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements or our operational practices.
The revised version will always be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
Last updated: [insert date]
10. Contact us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or your privacy rights, please contact:
Email: support@yescapo.com
Address: Yescapo Limited, 7/F, MW Tower, 111 Bonham Strand, Sheung Wan, Hong Kong.