Cookie Policy
Last updated: November 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Compassio Ltd ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on vccompass.co (the "Website"). It also describes your options for managing cookies. For information on how we process personal data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser when you visit a website. They help the website function properly, improve performance, and provide analytical information. Cookies can be:
Session cookies – deleted automatically when you close your browser.
Persistent cookies – remain on your device for a defined period.
Cookies may be placed directly by us (first-party cookies) or by third-party providers (third-party cookies), such as analytics and embedded content providers.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
To ensure the Website functions securely and properly.
To analyze Website traffic and performance (via Google Analytics).
To manage cookie consent preferences (via CookieYes).
To provide embedded and interactive content (e.g., YouTube videos).
To enable scheduling and payment functionality (via Calendly and Stripe, where applicable).
3. Types of Cookies We Use
a) Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Website to function and cannot be disabled. They include cookies used to manage consent, load sessions, or detect bots.
b) Analytics Cookies
Used to collect anonymized statistics on how visitors interact with our Website. We use Google Analytics for this purpose. These cookies are only enabled after you provide consent.
c) Functional and Marketing Cookies
Used by embedded third-party services (such as YouTube, ConvertKit, Calendly, and Stripe) to deliver videos, process forms, and enable payments. These may track interactions or preferences across websites.
4. Cookies That May Be Set
Below is a non-exhaustive list of cookies that may be used on this Website:
_ga (2 years)
Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users.
_gid (1 day)
Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users.
_gat (1 minute)
Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate.
rc::c (Session)
Used by Google to distinguish between humans and bots.
CookieConsent (1 year)
Used by CookieYes to store your consent preferences.
VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE (179 days)
Used by YouTube to estimate the user’s bandwidth on pages with embedded videos.
YSC (Session)
Used by YouTube to track video views.
PREF (8 months)
Used by YouTube to store user preferences.
yt-remote-device-id / yt-remote-session-app / yt-remote-cast-installed / etc. (Various durations)
Used by YouTube to store the user’s video player preferences across sessions and devices.
ARRAffinity (Session)
Used for load balancing on Microsoft Azure-hosted websites.
Calendly cookies (Various durations)
Used to enable scheduling functionality and remember booking preferences.
Stripe cookies (Various durations)
Used for secure payment processing and fraud prevention.
The above is a representative list. Actual cookies set may vary based on content, integrations, and browser configurations.
5. Managing Cookies
You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time through the CookieYes banner displayed on this Website.
You may also manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Useful links:
Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On
Disabling cookies may affect certain features or functionality of the Website.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a new effective date.
7. Contact
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact:
Compassio Ltd
Company Number: 208421277
Email: hello@vccompass.co
