Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

PBSAX ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website pbsax.com (the "Service"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding cookies.

PBSAX is a trading style of Mattison Capital Ltd, a private limited company registered in England and Wales (Company Number: 08952368), with its registered office at 7 Bell Yard, London, England, WC2A 2JR.

This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides additional information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies allow a website to recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions. They help us understand how you interact with our Service and improve your experience.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Service to function properly. They enable core functionality such as:

• User authentication and session management
• Security features and fraud prevention
• Remembering your preferences and settings
• Load balancing and performance optimization

These cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for the Service to work. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as logging in or setting privacy preferences.

3.2 Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our Service. These cookies help us:

• Count visitors and track page views
• Understand which pages are most popular
• Identify how users navigate through the Service
• Measure the effectiveness of our content and features

We use Google Analytics for this. These cookies are only set if you accept analytics cookies via our banner, and the Google Analytics script is not loaded at all until you do. Analytics data is pseudonymised rather than fully anonymous, so it remains personal data under UK GDPR.

3.3 Functionality Storage

We store some preferences in your browser's local storage rather than in cookies — for example your saved search filters and your cookie choice itself. This information stays on your device and is not sent to us or to any third party.

We do not use advertising or cross-site tracking cookies, and we do not sell or share your data with advertising networks.

4. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and provide enhanced functionality. These third parties may include:

• Google Analytics: Website analytics. Non-essential — set only with your consent.
• Google reCAPTCHA: Spam and bot protection. Loaded only on pages containing a form we protect, and treated as strictly necessary for fraud prevention.
• Supabase: Authentication and session cookies. Strictly necessary.
• Vercel: Hosting, load balancing and security. Strictly necessary.

These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities across different websites. We do not control these third-party cookies, and you should review their privacy policies to understand how they use cookies.

5. How Long Do Cookies Last?

Cookies can be either "session" or "persistent" cookies:

• Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are used to maintain your session while you navigate through the Service.
• Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help us remember your preferences and improve your experience across multiple visits.

The main cookies and storage items used on PBSAX are:

This table covers the cookies we set directly. Third-party providers may occasionally change their own cookie names; contact us if you spot a discrepancy.

6. Your Cookie Choices

You have the right to accept or reject cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer.

6.1 Our Cookie Banner

When you first visit PBSAX, we ask whether you accept analytics cookies. We do not set any non-essential cookies, and do not load Google Analytics at all, unless you accept. Only strictly necessary cookies (such as those needed to keep you signed in) are set beforehand.

You can change your mind at any time using the Cookie settings link in the footer of every page. Withdrawing consent is as easy as giving it: we stop analytics collection and delete the analytics cookies already set.

6.2 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• See what cookies you have and delete them individually
• Block third-party cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of our Service may not function properly, and your experience may be affected.

6.3 Opt-Out Tools

You can also opt out of certain third-party cookies:

• Google Analytics: You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Google Ads: You can manage your ad preferences through Google Ads Settings

7. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. As a result, PBSAX does not currently respond to DNT browser signals or mechanisms.

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

• Company: Mattison Capital Ltd (trading as PBSAX)
• Company Number: 08952368
• ICO Registration Number: ZA516303
• Registered Office: 7 Bell Yard, London, England, WC2A 2JR
• Email: [email protected]
• Website: pbsax.com/contact

For more information about cookies and how they work, you can visit www.allaboutcookies.org.