Cookie policy
Effective Date: 19 Dec 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how CASKBASE LTD ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on the Caskbase website (caskbase.com) and our web-based platform services.
CASKBASE LTD Office 1532 3 Fitzroy Place, 1/1, Sauchiehall Street, Finnieston, Glasgow Central, Scotland, G3 7RH
Contact Email: info@caskbase.com Website: caskbase.com
2. About Our Mobile Apps
The Dramfly mobile application is a native app and does not use browser cookies. Data storage within the app uses secure, device-native storage mechanisms and secure server-side databases.
This Cookie Policy applies only to our websites and web-based services:
- caskbase.com
- dramfly.com
- Our B2B platform and cask owner portal (web versions)
3. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
Types of Cookies
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
- First-party cookies: Cookies set by the website you are visiting
- Third-party cookies: Cookies set by a different domain than the one you are visiting
4. Cookies We Use
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website and platform to function properly. They enable basic features such as page navigation, access to secure areas, and platform functionality. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your session state | Session | First-party |
| csrf_token | Security protection against cross-site request forgery | Session | First-party |
| auth_token | Authentication for logged-in users | Session / 30 days | First-party |
Legal basis: These cookies are strictly necessary and do not require consent.
4.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| language | Remembers your language preference | 1 year | First-party |
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year | First-party |
| theme | Remembers your display preferences | 1 year | First-party |
Legal basis: Consent (you can accept or reject these cookies).
4.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years | Third-party |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - maintains session state | 2 years | Third-party |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours | Third-party |
Note: We may implement additional analytics cookies in the future. If we do, we will update this policy and request your consent before placing these cookies.
Legal basis: Consent (you can accept or reject these cookies).
4.4 Marketing Cookies
We do not currently use marketing or advertising cookies. If this changes in the future, we will update this policy and obtain your consent.
5. Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies:
5.1 Local Storage
Local storage allows websites to store data locally within your browser. Unlike cookies, this data is not sent to the server with every request. We may use local storage to:
- Remember your preferences
- Store temporary data to improve performance
- Cache platform data for faster loading
5.2 Session Storage
Similar to local storage, but data is cleared when you close your browser tab. We use this for:
- Temporary form data
- Navigation state
5.3 Pixel Tags / Web Beacons
These are tiny graphic images embedded in web pages or emails that help us understand user behaviour. We may use these to:
- Track email open rates for newsletters
- Understand which pages are visited
- Measure campaign effectiveness
6. Your Choices
6.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept all cookies: Allow all cookies including analytics and functional cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies: Only strictly necessary cookies will be used
- Manage preferences: Choose which categories of cookies to allow
6.2 Changing Your Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the website footer
- Clearing cookies through your browser settings
- Contacting us at info@caskbase.com
6.3 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies: This may affect website functionality
- Block third-party cookies: Prevents cookies from other domains
- Delete cookies: Remove existing cookies from your device
- Browse in private/incognito mode: Cookies are deleted when you close the browser
How to manage cookies in common browsers:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
6.4 Opt-Out Links
For third-party analytics, you can opt out using these tools:
- Google Analytics: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
7. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. We do not control these cookies. Please refer to the relevant third party's privacy policy for more information:
| Third Party | Purpose | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Website analytics | policies.google.com/privacy |
| Framer | Website hosting | framer.com/privacy |
8. Platform-Specific Cookies
8.1 B2B Platform
When you use our B2B platform for distilleries and warehouses, we use additional cookies for:
- Maintaining your login session
- Remembering your dashboard preferences
- Storing temporary report filters
These are first-party, strictly necessary or functional cookies.
8.2 Cask Owner Portal
When you access the cask owner portal, we use cookies for:
- Authentication and session management
- Remembering your viewing preferences
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices.
When we make changes:
- We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- For significant changes, we will display a notice on our website
- We may reset your cookie preferences for material changes
10. Legal Framework
This Cookie Policy is designed to comply with:
- UK GDPR (UK General Data Protection Regulation)
- EU GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
- PECR (Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations)
- ePrivacy Directive (EU Cookie Law)
Under these regulations:
- Strictly necessary cookies do not require consent
- All other cookies require informed consent before being placed
- You must be able to withdraw consent as easily as you gave it
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
CASKBASE LTD 272 Bath Street Glasgow, G2 4JR Scotland
Email: info@caskbase.com Website: caskbase.com