DermLens® Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how DERMACODE Ltd ("DERMACODE", "DermLens", "we", "our" or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit the DermLens® website ("Website").

This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Notice and Website Terms of Use.

By continuing to use the Website, you acknowledge that cookies may be used in accordance with this Cookie Policy. Where required by applicable law, non-essential cookies will only be placed on your device after you have provided your consent through our cookie management platform.

2. About DERMACODE Ltd

DERMACODE Ltd is a company incorporated and registered in England and Wales whose registered office is situated at:

52 Thor Drive Bedford MK41 0WP United Kingdom Email: contact@dermlens.net

For the purposes of applicable data protection legislation, DERMACODE Ltd acts as the Data Controller in relation to personal information collected through cookies and similar technologies.

3. What are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet or other internet-enabled device when you visit a website.

Cookies allow a website to recognise your device, remember certain information about your visit and improve the operation, functionality and security of the website.

Cookies may remain on your device only for the duration of your browsing session ("Session Cookies") or for a longer period until they expire or are deleted ("Persistent Cookies").

Cookies themselves do not normally identify an individual directly. However, where cookie information is combined with other information capable of identifying an individual, it may constitute personal data under applicable data protection legislation.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

DERMACODE Ltd may use different categories of cookies depending upon the functionality of the Website.

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Strictly Necessary Cookies are essential for the operation, security and administration of the Website.

These cookies enable core functionality including page navigation, security features, load balancing, fraud prevention, session management and user preferences necessary for the proper functioning of the Website.

Because these cookies are essential for the operation of the Website, they cannot ordinarily be disabled through our cookie management platform.

Functional Cookies

Functional Cookies enable the Website to remember choices made by users, such as language preferences, accessibility settings and other personalised features, thereby improving the overall browsing experience.

Where required by law, Functional Cookies will only be used with your consent.

Analytics Cookies

Analytics Cookies help DERMACODE Ltd understand how visitors interact with the Website.

These cookies collect information regarding visitor numbers, pages viewed, navigation paths, time spent on the Website, device information and other statistical data which assists us in improving Website performance, usability and content.

Analytics information is generally collected in aggregated or pseudonymised form and is used solely for internal business purposes.

Where required by law, Analytics Cookies will only be used after obtaining your consent.

Marketing Cookies

Marketing Cookies may be used to measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns, understand user engagement and deliver relevant content through third-party advertising platforms.

At the time of publication of this Cookie Policy, DERMACODE Ltd does not routinely use Marketing Cookies. Should this change, appropriate consent will be obtained before such cookies are placed on your device where required by law.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Certain services integrated within the Website may place cookies on behalf of third-party providers.

Examples may include website analytics providers, embedded video platforms, mapping services, social media integrations, payment service providers and other technologies used to improve the functionality of the Website.

DERMACODE Ltd does not control the operation of third-party cookies. Such cookies remain subject to the privacy policies and cookie policies of the relevant third-party provider.

Users are encouraged to review the privacy documentation published by those organisations before consenting to the use of third-party cookies.

6. Consent to Cookies

Where required by applicable law, DERMACODE Ltd will obtain your consent before placing any cookies on your device other than Strictly Necessary Cookies.

When you first visit the Website, you will be presented with a cookie banner enabling you to accept, reject or customise your cookie preferences.

Your preferences may be changed at any time using the cookie management tool made available through the Website.

Withdrawal of consent shall not affect the lawfulness of any processing carried out before consent was withdrawn.

7. Managing Cookies

Most internet browsers allow users to manage, restrict or delete cookies through the browser settings.

You may configure your browser to block cookies entirely or to notify you before cookies are placed on your device.

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the availability, functionality or performance of the Website and may prevent certain features from operating correctly.

Further information regarding cookie management may be obtained from your browser provider.

8. Personal Information

Where information collected through cookies constitutes personal data, DERMACODE Ltd shall process that information in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation, the Data Protection Act 2018 and our Privacy Notice.

Cookie information may be processed for purposes including maintaining Website security, improving functionality, analysing Website performance, preventing fraud, complying with legal obligations and protecting the legitimate interests of DERMACODE Ltd.

DERMACODE Ltd does not use cookies to collect special category personal data.

9. Changes to this Cookie Policy

DERMACODE Ltd reserves the right to amend or replace this Cookie Policy from time to time in order to reflect changes in applicable legislation, regulatory guidance, Website functionality, business operations or the technologies used by the Website.

Any revised version of this Cookie Policy shall become effective upon publication on the Website unless otherwise stated.

Users are encouraged to review this Cookie Policy periodically to remain informed regarding our use of cookies.

10. Contact Details

If you have any questions regarding this Cookie Policy or the use of cookies on the DermLens® Website, please contact:

DERMACODE Ltd 52 Thor Drive Bedford MK41 0WP United Kingdom Email: contact@dermlens.net

Version: 1.0 Last Updated: August 2026