Cookie policy
Last updated: 29 October 2026
What cookies are
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site work and can tell us how it is used.
How we use cookies
We only set essential cookies by default. Analytics and marketing cookies are only set if you choose to accept them in our cookie banner. You can change your choice at any time using the "Cookie settings" link in the footer, or here:
Cookies we use
Essential
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| vb_cookie_consent | VB Marketing Consulting | Remembers your cookie choices | 6 months |
| vb_a11y (browser storage, not a cookie) | VB Marketing Consulting | Remembers any accessibility display options you choose, such as larger text | Until you reset the options or clear your browser data |
Analytics (only with your consent)
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes visitors | 2 years |
| _ga_<ID> | Google Analytics | Keeps track of your session | 2 years |
Marketing and CRM (only with your consent)
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| hubspotutk | HubSpot | Recognises returning visitors and links form submissions to a contact | 6 months |
| __hstc | HubSpot | Tracks visits for website analytics | 6 months |
| __hssc | HubSpot | Tracks the current session | 30 minutes |
| __hssrc | HubSpot | Detects a new browser session | Session |
The booking calendar on the contact page is provided by HubSpot Meetings and sets HubSpot cookies when it loads. It loads automatically only if you have accepted marketing cookies; otherwise it loads only when you choose to show it.
Managing cookies
As well as using our cookie banner, you can block or delete cookies in your browser settings. Blocking essential cookies may affect how the site works.
More information
See our privacy policy for how we handle personal data, or email val@vbmarketingconsulting.com.