What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to website operators.
Similar technologies — including local storage, session storage, and web beacons — may be used alongside or instead of cookies for comparable purposes. References to “cookies” in this policy cover all such technologies.
Types of Cookies We Use
We categorise the cookies we use as follows:
- Essential cookies — strictly necessary for the platform to operate. These cannot be disabled.
- Analytics cookies — used to understand how visitors interact with our platform, enabling us to improve our services. These require your consent.
- Preference cookies — used to remember your settings, such as your chosen language (English or German). Disabling these may affect your experience.
We do not use advertising or cross-site tracking cookies.
Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are required for the platform to function and cannot be switched off. They are set in response to actions you take, such as logging in, setting your language preference, or submitting a form. They do not store any personally identifiable information beyond what is necessary for the service to operate.
- Session cookies — maintain your session state while you are active on the platform. Deleted when you close your browser.
- CSRF tokens — protect against cross-site request forgery attacks on form submissions.
- Locale preference — remembers your chosen language (stored locally).
Analytics Cookies
If you consent, we may use analytics tools to collect anonymised data about how users interact with our platform — including pages visited, session duration, and general navigation patterns. This data is used solely to improve the platform and is not shared with third parties for advertising purposes.
We do not currently operate analytics cookies. Should we introduce them, we will request your consent beforehand. You can manage or delete cookies via your browser settings at any time; this will not affect essential cookies.
Managing Cookies
Browser settings
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Most modern browsers allow you to:
- See what cookies are stored and delete them individually or in bulk;
- Block cookies from specific websites;
- Block all third-party cookies;
- Clear all cookies when you close the browser.
Please note that disabling essential cookies will prevent the platform from functioning correctly and may prevent you from accessing certain services.
Browser-specific guidance
Cookie settings vary by browser. You can typically find cookie controls in your browser's Privacy or Security settings. For guidance specific to your browser, consult its official documentation.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. The date of the most recent revision is shown at the top of this page. Continued use of the platform after an update constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
Contact
For any questions about our use of cookies:
- Email: info@trade-lend.com
- Registered office: Office 357, Unit 5, 399-405 Oxford Street, Mayfair, London, W1C 2BU