Root Search Group – Cookie Policy

Last updated: 7th March 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Root Search Group Ltd (“Root Search Group”, “we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website [www.rootsearchgroup.com].

Cookies help us understand how visitors use our website, improve performance, and in some cases personalise your experience.

This policy explains:

what cookies are
how we use them
the types of cookies we use
how you can control or disable them.

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to accept or manage cookie preferences.

If you choose not to accept optional cookies, only essential cookies required for the operation of the website will be used.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website.

They allow websites to recognise your device and store certain information about your preferences or previous actions.

Cookies are widely used to ensure websites function correctly and to provide insights into how websites are used.

In addition to cookies, similar technologies such as tracking pixels or local storage may also be used.

3. Types of Cookies

Cookies generally fall into two categories:

First-party cookies

These cookies are set directly by Root Search Group when you visit our website.

They are typically used for essential website functionality and improving user experience.

Third-party cookies

These cookies are placed by external service providers whose services we use, such as analytics platforms or embedded services.

The use of these cookies is governed by the privacy policies of those third parties.

4. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several reasons, including:

ensuring the website functions correctly
remembering your preferences and settings
analysing website usage and performance
improving our website and services
supporting recruitment features such as job applications.

Without certain cookies, some parts of the website may not function properly.

5. Categories of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be switched off in our systems.

They are usually set in response to actions made by you, such as:

submitting forms
applying for a job
uploading your CV
logging into secure areas.

Without these cookies, certain features of the website would not function.

These cookies do not store information that could be used for marketing purposes.

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors interact with our website.

For example, they may track:

which pages are visited most often
how visitors move between pages
whether error messages occur.

The information collected is aggregated and anonymous wherever possible.

We use this data to:

improve website performance
understand how users engage with the site
identify areas for improvement.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced features.

For example, these cookies may:

remember your job search preferences
store login details during your session
remember previously viewed roles.

If these cookies are disabled, some features may not work as intended.

Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies may be used to show relevant advertisements or measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns.

They may be set by advertising partners or third-party platforms.

These cookies can track whether you have visited our website and may share information with other organisations involved in advertising services.

You can choose whether or not to allow these cookies through the cookie consent tool on our website.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit our website, you will be given the option to:

accept all cookies
reject non-essential cookies
customise your cookie preferences.

You can update your cookie settings at any time by selecting “Cookie Settings” on our website.

7. Controlling Cookies Through Your Browser

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through browser settings.

You can typically:

view which cookies are stored
delete cookies
block cookies entirely.

Please note that blocking some cookies may affect the functionality of the website.

For guidance on managing cookies in your browser, you can visit:

https://www.allaboutcookies.org

8. Data Collected Through Cookies

Information collected through cookies may include:

IP address
device type
browser type
pages visited
time spent on pages
referring website.

Where possible, this information is aggregated and not used to identify individual users.

More details about how we handle personal data are available in our Privacy Policy.

9. Cookie Retention

Cookies remain on your device for varying periods of time depending on their purpose.

Some cookies are session cookies, which are deleted automatically when you close your browser.

Others are persistent cookies, which remain on your device until they expire or are manually deleted.

Typically, cookies used on our website are stored for no longer than 12 months.

10. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or how we operate our website.

Any updates will be published on this page.

11. Contact Us

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

Root Search Group Ltd
United Kingdom

Email: info@rootsearchgroup.com