Cookie Policy

How we use cookies and similar technologies

Last Updated: 18 September 2025 Compliant with Australian Privacy Laws

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience by remembering your preferences and enabling certain website functionality.

Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, tags, and local storage, which serve similar purposes to cookies.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

  • Session Management: Maintaining your session as you navigate the site
  • Security: Protecting against cross-site request forgery attacks
  • Load Balancing: Distributing website traffic efficiently
  • Cookie Consent: Remembering your cookie preferences

Analytics Cookies

Optional

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.

  • Google Analytics: Website traffic and user behaviour analysis
  • Page Performance: Loading times and error tracking
  • User Journey: Understanding how users navigate our site
  • Content Popularity: Identifying most viewed pages and content

Marketing Cookies

Optional

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track marketing campaign effectiveness.

  • LinkedIn Insight: Professional network advertising and insights
  • Google Ads: Search and display advertising
  • Facebook Pixel: Social media advertising and analytics
  • Remarketing: Showing relevant ads to previous visitors

Functional Cookies

Optional

These cookies enhance your experience by remembering your preferences.

  • Language Preferences: Remembering your chosen language
  • Form Data: Saving partially completed forms
  • UI Preferences: Remembering display settings
  • Contact Preferences: Storing your communication choices

Detailed Cookie Information

The following table provides specific information about cookies used on our website:

Cookie Name Purpose Type Expiry
talkeaccog_session Maintains user session Essential Session
talkeaccog_cookies Stores cookie preferences Essential 1 year
_ga Google Analytics visitor identification Analytics 2 years
_gid Google Analytics session identification Analytics 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics request rate limiting Analytics 1 minute
li_sugr LinkedIn browser identification Marketing 90 days
_fbp Facebook pixel tracking Marketing 90 days
talkeaccog_prefs User interface preferences Functional 6 months

Third-Party Cookies

Our website may contain cookies from third-party services:

Google Analytics

Website analytics and performance monitoring

Privacy Policy

LinkedIn Insight Tag

Professional network analytics and advertising

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Facebook Pixel

Social media advertising and analytics

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Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner with options to:

  • Accept All: Consent to all cookie types
  • Necessary Only: Accept only essential cookies
  • Custom Settings: Choose specific cookie categories

Update Your Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time:

Browser Settings

You can also control cookies through your browser settings:

Google Chrome

Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies

Mozilla Firefox

Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies

Safari

Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and Website Data

Microsoft Edge

Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions

Mobile Device Settings

On mobile devices, you can manage cookies through:

  • iOS Safari: Settings → Safari → Privacy & Security
  • Android Chrome: Chrome Menu → Settings → Site Settings → Cookies
  • App-based browsing: Check individual app privacy settings

Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain cookies may affect your browsing experience:

Essential Cookies Disabled

Website may not function properly, forms may not work, security features may be compromised

Analytics Cookies Disabled

We cannot improve website performance or understand user preferences

Marketing Cookies Disabled

You may see less relevant advertisements and offers

Functional Cookies Disabled

Website won't remember your preferences and settings

Data Protection and Security

We implement appropriate security measures for cookie data:

  • Cookies are transmitted over secure HTTPS connections
  • Sensitive cookies are encrypted and have secure flags
  • We regularly audit and update our cookie practices
  • Third-party cookie providers are vetted for security compliance

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify users of material changes by:

  • Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Displaying a notice on our website
  • Sending email notifications to registered users
  • Requesting renewed consent where required by law

Contact Us

If you have questions about our cookie practices or need assistance managing your preferences:

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +61 2 8764 2231
Address: 10 Andrews Cct, Horningsea Park NSW 2171