Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy – LabGrade
Effective Date: April 2026
Last Updated: April 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how LabGrade (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website www.labgrade.co.uk. It forms part of our Privacy Policy.
We are based in Scotland, United Kingdom, and comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR) as amended.
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie banner or your browser settings.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help the site remember information about your visit, such as your preferences, to improve functionality and provide a better user experience.
We also use similar technologies, such as pixels or local storage, for the same purposes.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We categorise cookies as follows:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as security, network management, and access to secure areas (e.g., account login or checkout process).
• Without these cookies, the website cannot operate correctly.
• They do not require your consent under PECR.
Examples: Cookies that remember your cookie consent choice, maintain your shopping cart, or authenticate your session.
Performance / Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how visitors interact with our site (e.g., which pages are most popular, how users navigate). This information is anonymised where possible and helps us improve the website.
• We may use tools such as Squarespace Analytics or Google Analytics (if enabled).
• Consent is required before these are placed.
Functional Cookies
These allow the website to remember choices you make (e.g., language preference or region) to provide a more personalised experience.
Consent is required.
Targeting / Marketing Cookies
These track your browsing habits to deliver relevant advertising or measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. We currently do not use these cookies on our site. If we add them in the future, we will update this policy and seek your consent.
3. How We Use Cookies on LabGrade
• To process and fulfil orders for laboratory research products.
• To provide a secure and functional shopping experience for qualified researchers.
• To analyse site usage (anonymised) so we can improve our services while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
• We do not use cookies to collect or infer any health-related information. Our site sells peptides strictly for laboratory research use only.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use:
• Squarespace (our website platform) – for hosting, security, and basic analytics.
• Payment processors – for secure checkout.
• Shipping carriers – to track deliveries within the UK.
These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies. We encourage you to review them.
We primarily operate within the UK. Any data transfers comply with UK GDPR safeguards.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
• Cookie Banner: When you first visit our site, you will see a cookie banner. You can accept all cookies, reject non-essential ones, or customise your settings.
• Browser Settings: You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings at any time. Note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may affect site functionality.
• Withdrawing Consent: You can change your preferences or withdraw consent by clicking the cookie settings link in the footer or contacting us.
6. How Long Do We Keep Cookies?
Cookies on our site last for varying periods:
• Session cookies expire when you close your browser.
• Persistent cookies remain for a set time (e.g., up to 12–24 months) or until you delete them.
We only retain information collected via cookies for as long as necessary for the purposes described or as required by law.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The “Last Updated” date will be revised accordingly. Continued use of the site after changes means you accept the updated policy.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Email: info@labgrade.co.uk
Address: Cirrus Building, 6 International Avenue, ABZ Business Park, Aberdeen, AB21 0BH
Important Research Use Notice
LabGrade supplies high-purity peptides and research chemicals strictly for laboratory and scientific research use only. They are not for human or animal consumption. Our cookie practices support a compliant, transparent shopping experience for legitimate researchers while adhering to all UK regulations.