Last Updated: January 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how BroadbandIn.co.uk ("we", "our", or "the Website"), operated by OZANIS Pty Ltd, uses cookies and similar tracking technologies. By continuing to use our Website after acknowledging this policy, you consent to our use of cookies as described below.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or until they expire) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser). They can be "first-party" cookies (set by the website you're visiting) or "third-party" cookies (set by external services like analytics providers).
2. How We Use Cookies
We use a limited number of cookies to:
- Remember Your Preferences: Store your cookie consent choice so we don't ask you repeatedly.
- Analyse Website Traffic: Understand how visitors use our Website to improve our service.
- Ensure Website Functionality: Maintain security and enable basic Website features.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:
- Remembering your cookie consent preferences
- Maintaining security during your visit
- Basic Website functionality
You cannot opt out of strictly necessary cookies as they are required for the Website to work. Without these cookies, services you have requested cannot be provided.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 12 months | First-party |
| XSRF-TOKEN | Security token to prevent cross-site request forgery | Session | First-party |
| laravel_session | Maintains your session while browsing | Session | First-party |
3.2 Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to collect information about how visitors use our Website. This helps us understand:
- Which pages are most popular
- How visitors navigate through the Website
- Where visitors come from (search engines, direct visits, etc.)
- Technical issues that may affect user experience
All analytics data is collected in aggregate form and cannot identify you personally. We use Google Analytics with IP anonymisation enabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 - Maintains session state | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
| _gid | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 24 hours | Third-party (Google) |
| _gat | Google Analytics - Throttles request rate | 1 minute | Third-party (Google) |
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember choices you make to improve your experience:
- Your preferred settings or filters
- Whether you've seen certain information before
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our Website are set by third-party services:
4.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand Website traffic and usage. Google may use the data collected to contextualise and personalise ads in their own advertising network. You can learn more about Google's privacy practices at https://policies.google.com/privacy.
4.2 Partner Provider Links
When you click on "Go to Site" or affiliate links, the destination website may place their own cookies on your device. We have no control over these cookies, and they are subject to the respective provider's cookie policy.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
5.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept All Cookies: Allow all cookies including analytics.
- Essential Only: Allow only strictly necessary cookies.
5.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete individual or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific or all websites
- Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being set
Here are links to cookie management instructions for common browsers:
5.3 Google Analytics Opt-Out
You can opt out of Google Analytics specifically by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies:
- Strictly necessary cookies: Cannot be disabled; required for basic functionality.
- Analytics cookies: Disabling these will not affect your browsing experience, but it will limit our ability to improve the Website based on user behaviour.
7. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Our Website respects DNT signals by limiting tracking to essential analytics only when DNT is enabled.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: contact@ozanis.au
- Company: OZANIS Pty Ltd
- ABN: 53 659 171 178