Cookie Policy
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Effective Date: 14 February 2026 | Last Updated: 14 February 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how HELLO BART LTD ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on the Bart website (hellobart.com). It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
We comply with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR) and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the site owners.
Similar technologies include local storage, session storage, and pixel tags, which serve comparable purposes.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences or filling in forms.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| bart_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | Persistent (localStorage) |
3.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They are only set if you consent.
| Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Analytics provider | Page views, visitor counts, traffic sources, and general usage patterns | Up to 2 years |
3.3 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver adverts that are more relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advert and to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. They are only set if you consent.
| Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Marketing provider | Campaign tracking and conversion measurement | Up to 1 year |
4. Your Choices
When you first visit our website, a cookie banner will appear allowing you to:
- Accept All — enables all cookie categories
- Reject All — only essential cookies will be set
- Manage preferences — choose which categories to enable or disable
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking Cookie Settings in the footer of any page.
4.1 Browser Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View and delete existing cookies
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Set preferences for certain websites
Please note that blocking essential cookies may prevent the website from functioning correctly.
4.2 How to Manage Cookies in Common Browsers
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies
5. Local Storage
We use browser local storage (which functions similarly to cookies) for:
- Cookie consent preferences — remembering your cookie choices
- Eligibility checker data — storing results of the eligibility check locally on your device
Local storage data does not expire automatically but can be cleared through your browser settings.
6. Mobile App
The Bart mobile app does not use cookies. It may use similar technologies such as local storage and device identifiers for essential functionality only. See our Privacy Policy for more details.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this page indicates when it was last revised.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Email: dpo@hellobart.com
- Post: HELLO BART LTD, 64a Cathnor Road, London, W12 9JA
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