HMU COLLECTIVE - Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 6 February 2026

 

This Cookie Policy explains how HMU Collective (“we”, “us” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website. It also explains your rights and choices under UK GDPR and related data protection laws.

 

Cookies are only used where necessary to operate the site, improve performance, or support marketing activities. You are always in control of non-essential cookies.

 

1. What are cookies?

 

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function correctly, remember user preferences, understand how the site is used, and improve overall performance.

 

Cookies may be:

    •    Session cookies, which expire when you close your browser, or

    •    Persistent cookies, which remain on your device until deleted or expired.

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2. Types of cookies we use

 

Essential cookies (always on)

These cookies are required for the website to function properly. They support core features such as:

    •    User login and account security

    •    Page navigation

    •    Form submissions

    •    Fraud prevention

 

These cookies cannot be disabled because the site would not work without them.

 

Analytics and performance cookies (optional)

These cookies help us understand how visitors use HMU Collective so we can improve the site. They collect information such as:

    •    Pages visited

    •    Time spent on the site

    •    General usage patterns

 

All analytics data is anonymised and aggregated. If you decline analytics cookies, your activity will not be tracked.

 

Functional cookies (optional)

These cookies remember your preferences, such as language or region, to improve your experience when you return to the site.

 

Marketing cookies (optional)

These cookies may be used to measure the effectiveness of marketing activity or show relevant content. They may track browsing behaviour across websites.

 

Marketing cookies are only used with your explicit consent.

 

3. Managing your cookie preferences

 

When you first visit HMU Collective, you will be asked to choose your cookie preferences via a cookie banner.

 

You can update or withdraw your consent at any time by:

    •    Adjusting your settings via the cookie banner (if available), or

    •    Clearing cookies in your browser and revisiting the site

 

You can also manage cookies directly in your browser settings:

    •    Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

    •    Safari: Settings → Privacy → Manage Website Data

    •    Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

    •    Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

 

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect how the website functions.

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4. Third-party cookies

 

HMU Collective uses third-party services such as analytics and payment providers. These services may set their own cookies and have their own privacy and cookie policies.

 

We do not control third-party cookies. If you decline optional cookies, some third-party features may not function as intended.

 

5. Changes to this policy

 

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect legal or operational changes. Any updates will be posted on this page.

 

6. Contact us

 

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how cookies are used on HMU Collective, please contact us via the Contact Us page.