Cookie Policy
TalkSocal uses cookies and similar technologies to keep the platform secure, functional, and personalised. This page explains what we use and how you can manage your preferences. For details on how we handle personal data more broadly, see our Privacy Policy.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit TalkSocal. They may be session-based (expire when you close your browser) or persistent (remain for a defined period). Similar technologies include local storage and session tokens — this policy covers all of these.
2. Types of cookies we use
Strictly necessary (no consent required)
Essential for login sessions, security, fraud prevention, and payment processing. These cannot be disabled without impairing Platform functionality. Legal basis: ePrivacy Directive / Legitimate interests.
Functionality cookies (consent required)
Remember your preferences, language settings, and personalisation choices — for example, light/dark theme preference (talksocal-theme).
Analytics cookies (consent required)
Help us understand how users interact with the Platform (pages visited, features used) to improve the user experience. Data is aggregated and pseudonymised where possible.
Marketing and targeting cookies (consent required)
Used for targeted advertising, retargeting, and performance measurement. Only activated with your explicit consent. TalkSocal does not use third-party advertising cookies without consent.
3. Third-party cookies
Our hosted checkout pages are operated by licensed payment partners. Those pages may set their own cookies as required for payment processing and fraud prevention. TalkSocal does not control those cookies — please refer to the relevant payment partner's cookie policy for details.
4. Managing your preferences
When you first visit TalkSocal, a cookie consent banner allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies by category. You can update your preferences at any time:
- Via Cookie Settings in the site footer
- Via your browser settings (note: disabling strictly necessary cookies may affect login and core Platform functions)
Browser controls:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
5. Your rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding cookies and tracking data under the UK GDPR, EU GDPR, or CCPA/CPRA. California users may use the "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link in the site footer. See our Privacy Policy for details, or contact support@talksocal.com.
6. Updates
We may update this policy from time to time. The "Last updated" date reflects the most recent revision.
Operated by MILIAO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD., trading as TalkSocal
Unit 7, Wilson Business Park, Manchester, UK, M40 8WN · Company No. 16998094 · Registered in England and Wales
support@talksocal.com