Introduction

This Cookies Policy explains how Merilend Consulting Company C.O Limited ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.merilendconsulting.com. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we use your personal information.

By continuing to browse or use our website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit websites. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners.

Cookies allow a website to recognize your device and remember if you've been to the website before. They help with things like understanding how people use a website, remembering your preferences, and improving your overall experience.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several reasons, including to:

  • Make our website function properly
  • Improve the performance of our website
  • Enhance your user experience
  • Provide you with more relevant content
  • Analyze how visitors use our website
  • Support our marketing activities

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

2. Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages they visit most often and if they receive error messages. They help us improve how our website works and measure the effectiveness of our advertising.

3. Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, or region) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.

4. Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not directly store personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and device.

Specific Cookies We Use

Cookie Name Type Purpose Duration
_ga Performance Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users 2 years
_gid Performance Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users 24 hours
_gat Performance Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate 1 minute
cookie_notice_accepted Functionality Remembers if you have accepted our cookie notice 1 year
session_id Strictly Necessary Maintains your session while browsing our website Session

Third-Party Cookies

We also use cookies from third-party services on our website, including:

  • Google Analytics - To analyze how visitors use our website
  • Google reCAPTCHA - To protect our forms from spam submissions
  • Social Media Platforms - For sharing content and interaction with social media platforms

Please note that these third-party services have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We encourage you to review their policies.

How to Manage Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. The methods for doing so vary from browser to browser, but they can generally be found through the browser settings or preferences menu.

Here are links to instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:

Please note that restricting cookies may impact the functionality of our website. For example, you may not be able to access certain areas or use certain features of our site.

Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie notice that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to check this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy, please contact us at:

Merilend Consulting Company C.O Limited
63 St. Mary Axe
London, England
EC3A 8AA
Email: privacy@merilendconsulting.com
Phone: +44 20 5837 4732

Last Updated: February 15, 2025