Cookie Policy
GIE Capital Ltd trading as TradeHands
Last updated: April 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how GIE Capital Ltd ("we", "us", and "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at tradehands.co.uk.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.
2. How we use cookies
We use two categories of cookies on this website:
- Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These are strictly necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be deactivated. They do not store any personally identifiable information.
- Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies (Google Analytics 4) help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They are only set if you explicitly accept them via our cookie consent banner.
3. Specific cookies we use
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | TradeHands | Stores your cookie consent preference (yes/no) so you aren't asked repeatedly. | 1 year |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Used to distinguish unique users. | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Used to persist session state. | 1 year |
4. Managing your cookie preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website. This will re-open the consent banner, allowing you to accept or decline Analytics Cookies.
Alternatively, most web browsers allow some control of most cookies through the browser settings. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set and how to manage and delete them, visit aboutcookies.org or allaboutcookies.org.
5. Contact
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at hello@tradehands.co.uk.