Cookies Policy

Updated November 2025

About this Cookies Policy

This Cookies Policy explains how Highlands Innovation CIC (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on this Website. It should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we process personal data.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, provide security, remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience. Some cookies are essential for the Website to work, while others are optional and used for analytics or personalisation.

Types of cookies we use

We may use the following categories of cookies:

• Strictly necessary cookies
  These cookies are essential for the Website to operate safely and correctly. They enable basic functions such as page navigation, security and access to core features. These cookies cannot be disabled and do not require your consent.
• Functional cookies
  These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as language preferences or accessibility settings) and provide enhanced, personalised features. Disabling them may affect how the Website functions.
• Analytics and performance cookies
  These cookies help us understand how visitors use the Website, which pages are most popular and how users interact with content. They allow us to improve the Website and ensure it works efficiently. These cookies are only used with your consent where required by law.
• Third-party cookies
  Some features may rely on third-party services—such as embedded forms, maps, videos, accessibility tools or analytics platforms. These third parties may set their own cookies, which we do not control. You should review the privacy and cookie policies of those providers for more information.

Why we use cookies

We use cookies for several purposes, including:

• ensuring the Website operates securely and reliably;
• improving the performance and usability of the Website;
• understanding how visitors use our pages and services;
• supporting accessibility, formatting and user preferences;
• monitoring technical performance and preventing misuse;
• providing anonymised statistics that help us improve our community services and digital tools.

Your cookie choices

When you first visit the Website, you may see a notice that allows you to accept or manage optional cookies. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by adjusting your browser settings.

You may choose to:

• block all cookies;
• block only third-party cookies;
• delete existing cookies from your device;
• allow only strictly necessary cookies.

Please note that blocking or deleting certain cookies may affect the functionality, display or performance of the Website.

Managing cookies in your browser

You can manage cookies directly through your browser settings. The following links provide guidance for common browsers:

• Chrome
• Firefox
• Safari
• Edge

Most browsers also offer “Do Not Track” settings or tools to block tracking technologies.

Cookies used by third parties

This Website may include content or services provided by third parties (for example, embedded forms, survey tools, analytics platforms or media players). These providers may use their own cookies and tracking technologies.

We do not control how third parties use cookies, and we recommend reviewing their respective policies if you use these features.

Changes to this Cookies Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legislation, technology or our practices. The “Updated” date at the top of this page indicates when it was last revised. You should check this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.