Cookie Policy
Last updated: October 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Notice explains how Isio Group Limited and its affiliated companies (“Isio”, “we”, “us” or “our”) use cookies and similar technologies on:
- www.isio.com
- careers.isio.com
- other Isio-managed websites and digital platforms that link to this notice.
This notice explains what cookies are, how we use them, the categories of cookies we use, and how you can manage your preferences.
Where cookies collect or are linked to personal data, our processing is also governed by our Privacy Notice.
2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember your preferences, analyse website performance, and in some cases provide personalised content or marketing.
Cookies may be:
- First-party cookies set by Isio.
- Third-party cookies set by external providers whose services we use.
Cookies may also be:
- Session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a specified period.
3. Our approach to consent
We use a consent management platform provided by OneTrust.
Where required by law, we will:
- Ask for your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.
- Allow you to accept or reject categories of cookies.
- Allow you to withdraw consent at any time.
- Record your cookie preferences.
Strictly necessary cookies do not require consent because they are essential to provide the website functionality you have requested.
4. Types of cookies we use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation, security and administration of our websites. They cannot be switched off through our cookie preference centre.
Examples include:
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| OptanonConsent | Isio / OneTrust | Records cookie preferences | 1 year |
| OptanonAlertBoxClosed | Isio / OneTrust | Prevents cookie banner reappearing after acknowledgement | 1 year |
| cookietest | Isio | Checks whether cookies are enabled | Session |
| _tt_session | Teamtailor (careers site) | Maintains visitor session and site functionality | 1 day |
| wordpress_test_cookie | WordPress | Verifies browser cookie support | Session |
| wordpress_* | WordPress | Authentication and administration functions | Session |
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our websites, enabling us to improve content, navigation and user experience.
Examples include:
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes visitors and measures site usage | 1 year |
| ga* | Google Analytics | Tracks sessions and interactions | 1 year |
| gcl* | Conversion measurement | 2 months | |
| __hstc | HubSpot | Website analytics and visitor tracking | 5 months |
| __hssc | HubSpot | Session analytics | Session |
| __hssrc | HubSpot | Determines session restart | Session |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and website features.
Examples include:
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| hubspotutk | HubSpot | Associates visitors with HubSpot forms and functionality | 5 months |
| __cf_bm | Vimeo / HubSpot services | Bot protection and service functionality | Session |
| _cfuvid | Vimeo | Supports video delivery and functionality | Session |
Targeting and Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set by third-party services embedded within our websites. They may be used to track activity across websites and build a profile of your interests.
Examples include:
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE | YouTube | Measures video usage and preferences | 5 months |
| VISITOR_PRIVACY_METADATA | YouTube | Stores privacy-related preferences | 5 months |
| YSC | YouTube | Supports embedded video functionality | Session |
| __Secure-* | YouTube | Advertising and video preference management | Various |
| li_gc | Stores user consent preferences | 5 months | |
| bcookie | Browser identification and advertising | 1 year | |
| lidc | Service optimisation and routing | Session | |
| _GRECAPTCHA | Fraud prevention and bot protection | 5 months |
5. Embedded content and third-party services
Our websites may include content and services from third parties, including:
- Google Analytics
- HubSpot
- YouTube
- Vimeo
- Teamtailor
- Google reCAPTCHA
These providers may set cookies and process information in accordance with their own privacy notices.
We recommend reviewing their privacy and cookie policies for further information.
6. How to manage your cookie preferences
You can manage your preferences at any time by:
- Selecting the “Cookie Settings” link available on our websites.
- Updating your choices within our cookie preference centre.
- Adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies.
Please note that blocking certain cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience.
7. International transfers
Some third-party providers used on our websites may process information outside the United Kingdom.
Where personal data is transferred internationally, we take appropriate measures to ensure that a suitable level of protection is applied in accordance with UK data protection law.
8. Changes to this Cookie Notice
We may update this Cookie Notice from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in law or regulatory guidance;
- Changes to our websites;
- Changes to the cookies and technologies we use.
Any significant changes will be communicated through our websites where appropriate.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Notice or our use of cookies, please contact:
Data Protection Officer
Isio Group Limited
Email: dataprivacy@isio.com
Or use the contact details provided in our Privacy Notice.
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