Summary
- Essential cookies only by default - We only use necessary cookies unless you consent to more
- You're in control - Accept, reject, or customise cookie preferences at any time
- Transparent tracking - Clear information about what cookies we use and why
- Third-party services - We use Cal.com for bookings, and our fonts are hosted on our own site
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Marathon Limited ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website marathon.limited. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies:
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
- Session cookies: Are deleted when you close your browser
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure our website functions properly
- Remember your cookie consent preferences
- Enable booking functionality through our calendar system
- Improve your browsing experience
- Understand how visitors use our website (with your consent)
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as they are necessary for the website to work.
4.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our website.
4.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional - Requires Your Consent)
These cookies help us understand how visitors find and interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that we use:
5.1 Cal.com (Booking Calendar)
We use Cal.com to provide our booking calendar functionality. Cal.com may set cookies to enable booking features and manage your session. For more information about Cal.com's use of cookies, please see their Privacy Policy.
5.2 Fonts
Our fonts are self-hosted. They are served from our own website, so loading them does not send any information about your visit to Google or to any other font provider.
6. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to enhance your experience:
- Cookie consent preferences: Stores your detailed cookie preferences
- Booking confirmation data: Temporarily stores booking information to personalise the confirmation page
- How you found us (only if you accept analytics): Records the website you arrived from (its address only, such as google.com, not the full page), the first page you visited and any campaign tags in the link. It is kept in session storage, which your browser clears when you close the tab, and is sent to us only if you book a call or submit a project brief, so we can see which channels bring enquiries
Local storage data remains on your device until manually cleared through your browser settings.
7. How to Control Cookies
7.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can:
- Accept All: Allow all cookies including analytics
- Reject All: Only essential cookies will be used
- Manage Preferences: Choose which categories of cookies to allow
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our website footer.
7.2 Browser Settings
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that removing or blocking cookies may impact your user experience and some functionality may not work properly.
Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
For more information about managing cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.
7.3 Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. We currently do not respond to DNT signals as there is no industry standard for how to handle them.
8. Web Beacons and Tracking Pixels
We currently do not use web beacons or tracking pixels on our website. If we implement these technologies in the future, we will update this Cookie Policy and obtain your consent where required.
9. Cookie Lifespan
Cookie lifespans vary depending on their purpose:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain for the duration specified in the cookie tables above
- Consent cookies: Last for 6 months before we ask for your preferences again
10. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:
- The cookies we use
- How we use cookies
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- Technology and industry practices
We will notify you of any material changes by:
- Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
- Displaying a prominent notice on our website
- Requesting your consent again if required by law
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Marathon Limited
Company Registration Number: 14741245
Registered Address: 128 City Road, London, EC1V 2NX, United Kingdom
General Enquiries: general@marathon.limited
Cookie/Privacy Enquiries: privacy@marathon.limited
Website: marathon.limited
12. More Information
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please read our Privacy Policy.
For more information about cookies in general, visit: