Cookie Policy
Virteffic Limited (“we”, “us”, “our”) is a provider of virtual assistance and administration services in Jersey. Our website is hosted by WordPress and utilises cookies. By continuing to use our site, you agree to our use of cookies. Information on how we use cookies is provided below.
This cookie policy (the “Policy”) contains details about the cookies and outlines how we employ them. The Policy should be reviewed carefully to comprehend our views and practices regarding cookies and how we will treat them.
Please note that this Policy solely applies to our website and the services we offer. Our website may include links to other websites of interest. If you exit our site through a link or otherwise, you will be subject to the policy of that website provider. We lack control over that policy or the terms of the website. Consequently, we cannot be held responsible for the protection and privacy of any information you provide while visiting such sites, as these sites are not governed by our privacy policy. Please exercise caution and review the privacy statement applicable to the specific website in question.
We are dedicated to ensuring your privacy is protected. If we request certain information that can identify you when using this website, please rest assured it will only be used in accordance with our policies. Our Privacy Policy delineates our principles concerning the collection, processing, and storage of your information.
This Policy may be amended from time to time by updating this page. It is advisable to revisit this page periodically to ensure your satisfaction with any modifications.
Interpretation
In this Policy, the following capitalised words and expressions shall have the following meanings, except where otherwise defined in an Agreement or where the context otherwise requires:
| Agreement | means any agreement between Virteffic and the Client to which our Terms & Conditions apply; |
| Client (or “you” or “yours”) | means the person, company, firm or organisation to whom Virteffic agrees to provide the Services in accordance with the Agreement and our Terms & Conditions; |
| Personal Data | has the meaning as defined in Article 2 of the Data Protection (Jersey) Law 2018; |
| Policy | means this Cookie Policy; |
| Party or Parties | refer to the Parties to the Agreement; |
| Services | means any service rendered by Virteffic to the Company, pursuant to or in connection with any Agreement and the Services to be provided by Virteffic to the Customer under the Agreement as specified in the Fee Schedule |
| Terms & Conditions or Terms | means these standard terms and conditions; and |
| Virteffic (or “we” or “our” or “us”) | means Virteffic Limited, trading as Virteffic, a company registered in Jersey with registered number 132020 whose registered office is at Norowsa, La Vallee de St Pierre, St Lawrence, Jersey JE3 1EG. |
| The headings and titles in the Policy are included to make it easier to read but do not form part of the Policy and shall not affect the interpretation or construction of this Policy. References to Clauses and Schedules are, unless otherwise provided references to Clauses of and Schedules to the Agreement. | |
| Words imparting the singular number shall include the plural and vice versa. | |
| References to any gender shall include the other gender and the neuter. | |
About cookies
An HTTP cookie (also referred to as a web cookie, Internet cookie, browser cookie, or simply cookie) is a small piece of data (a file containing an identifier, a string of letters, and numbers). A cookie is sent by a web server to a web browser and is then stored by the browser. The identifier is subsequently sent back to the server each time the browser requests a page from the server.
Cookies are commonly used to ‘remember’ you and your preferences, either for a single visit (through a “Session Cookie“) or for multiple repeat visits (using a “Persistent Cookie“).
- A Persistent Cookie will be stored by a web browser and will remain valid until its set expiry date, unless deleted by the user before the expiry date.
- On the other hand, a Session Cookie will expire at the end of the user session when the web browser is closed.
Cookies play a crucial role in ensuring a consistent and efficient experience for visitors, performing essential functions such as allowing users to register and remain logged in. Cookies may be set by the site you are visiting (known as “First Party Cookies“) or by third parties, such as those providing content, advertising, or analytics services on the website (“Third Party Cookies“).
How we use cookies and why
We employ cookies for various purposes. Some are essential for technical reasons, while others facilitate a personalized experience for both visitors and registered users. Additionally, certain cookies enable the display of advertising from selected third-party networks. Some cookies may be set when a page is loaded, or when a visitor takes a specific action (such as clicking the “like” or “follow” button on a post).
Our website utilizes cookies to differentiate you from other users, enhancing your browsing experience and allowing us to continually improve our site. By continuing to navigate the site, you implicitly agree to our use of cookies.
We may gather information about your computer, including your IP address, operating system, and browser type. These details help us analyze the usage and performance of our website and services, with a commitment not to collect personal information through this means.
For cookies that are not strictly necessary for the provision of our website and services, we seek your consent upon your initial visit to our website.
To explore more about the choices available to you regarding the cookies we use, please refer to the Managing Cookies section below.
Types of cookies that we use
The table below explains the types of cookies we use on our websites and why we use them.
| Cookie | Purpose |
Strictly Necessary | These cookies are essential for websites on our Services to perform their basic functions. These include those required to allow registered users to authenticate and perform account related functions, as well as to save the contents of virtual “carts” on sites that have an ecommerce functionality. |
Functionality | These cookies are used to store preferences set by users such as account name, language, and location. |
Security | We use these cookies to help identify and prevent potential security risks. |
Analytics and Performance | Performance cookies collect information on how users interact with our websites, including what pages are visited most, as well as other analytical data. We use these details to improve how our websites function and to understand how users interact with them. |
Advertising | These cookies are used to display relevant advertising to visitors who use our services or visit websites we host or provide, as well as to understand and report on the efficacy of ads served on our websites. They track details such as the number of unique visitors, the number of times particular ads have been displayed, and the number of clicks the ads have received. They are also used to build user profiles, including showing you ads based on products you’ve viewed or acts you have taken on our (and other) websites. These are set by Automattic and trusted third party networks, and are generally persistent in nature. |
Third Party / Embedded Content | Sites hosted on WordPress.com make use of different third party applications and services to enhance the experience of website visitors. These include social media platforms such as Facebook and Twitter (through the use of sharing buttons), or embedded content from Youtube and Vimeo. As a result, cookies may be set by these third parties, and used by them to track your online activity. We have no direct control over the information that is collected by these cookies. |
Managing cookies
Most browsers support cookies, but you can configure your browser to decline and delete them at your discretion. For the latest information on blocking and deleting cookies, please refer to the following links:
On a mobile device, you can also adjust your settings to limit tracking. For instance, you can opt out of Google Analytics by installing Google’s opt-out browser add-on or opt out of Hotjar by using the Do Not Track header.
Please be aware that certain functions of our website may not operate correctly if cookies are not enabled. According to the law, we are allowed to store cookies on your device only if they are strictly necessary for the operation of our website. For all other types of cookies, we require your permission.
Should I accept cookies?
Cookies are files that can be deleted. Blocking all cookies may significantly impact the quality of your internet experience. Instead, you can configure your browser to seek permission before accepting a cookie and allow them only from websites you trust. In some cases, refusing to allow cookies for a particular site may prevent you from making a wireless connection or accessing the website.
What happens if you don’t allow cookies?
You can refuse to accept cookies by activating the corresponding setting in your browser. However, selecting this option may render you unable to access certain parts of our site. If you decline cookies, you may miss out on more relevant content and experience limitations in accessing specific sections of our site. Unless you have adjusted your browser settings to refuse cookies, our system will issue cookies when you log onto our site.
User Sites
In addition to the cookies set on our own site, we utilize cookies for our Site Stats feature. This tallies the unique numbers of visitors to a site, as well as the number from specific geographic locations. A visitor is counted when we see a user or browser for the first time in a given period.
Advertising
| Cookie | Purpose |
ads | Tracks if a visitor has clicked an ad before. |
lr_nw | Counts and tracks pageviews on Longreads.com. Used to determine whether or not to show our Membership popup message. |
wordpress_eli | Reduces the display of ads for repeat visitors. |
Please also see the section below on third-party advertisements that you may see on our sites or sites that use our services.
Analytics and Performance
| Cookie | Purpose |
__pdvt | Used in log of Crowdsignal survey data to aid in debugging customer problems. |
ab | Used for “AB testing” of new features. |
nux_flow_name | Identifies which user signup flow was shown to the user. |
tk_ni / tk_ai / tk_qs | Gathers information for our own, first party analytics tool about how our services are used. A collection of internal metrics for user activity, used to improve user experience. |
tk_*r | Referral cookies used to analyse referrer behavior for Jetpack connected sites using WooCommerce. |
wp-affiliate-tracker | Remembers the ID of the affiliate that referred the current user to WordPress.com. |
utma / utmb / utmc / utmt / utmz / ga / gat / gid | Google Analytics. Gathers information that helps us understand how visitors interact with our websites, which allow us to create a better experience for our visitors. Our users may also implement Google Analytics on their own websites. |
Functionality
| Cookie | Purpose |
__stripe_sid / __stripe_mid | For processing payment and to aid in fraud detection. |
_longreads_prod_new | Authentication for Longreads.com Member accounts. Only active when logged in, on *.longreads.com domains. |
akm_mobile | Stores whether a user has chosen to view the mobile version of a website. |
botdlang | Used to track the language a user has selected to view popular blogs in. |
landingpage_currency | Defines the currency displayed in WordPress.com landing pages. |
pd_dashboard | Records last used folder in Crowdsignal dashboard so it can be reopened upon user’s next visit. |
PD_USER_AUTH | Login cookie used to identify Crowdsignal user. |
wordpress_logged_in* | Checks whether or not the current visitor is a logged in WordPress.com user. |
wp-settings-{user_id} | Persists a user’s wp-admin configuration. |
wp_sharing_{id} | Tracks whether or not a user has already performed an action. |
Security
| Cookie | Purpose |
csrftoken | Python/Ajax security cookie used on accounts.longreads.com. |
Strictly Necessary
| Cookie | Purpose |
country_code | Used in order to determine whether or not the cookie banner should be shown. Set immediately on page load and retained for 6 hours to remember the visitor’s country. |
sensitive_pixel_option | Remembers the state of visitor acceptance to the cookie banner. Only set when the visitor clicks Accept. |
twostep_auth | Set when the user is logged in using two factor authentication. |
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Advertisements from Third Parties Through Automattic’s Ads Program
To provide free access for creating a website on WordPress.com, WordPress displays ads on some users’ sites, and users may choose to place ads through their program. WordPress operates this program in collaboration with third-party vendors, using cookies to collect specific information for ad personalization based on visits to our sites and other internet locations.
For details on our advertising program partners and the cookies they set, please refer to the policy document controlled by them, as it is beyond our influence.
Visitors to Sites with Jetpack installed
Below are examples of the cookies set for visitors to sites with the Jetpack plugin installed. Please read more details on the cookies set for administrators HERE.
Jetpack Comments
| Category of cookies | Why we use these cookies |
comment_author_{HASH} | Remembers the value entered into the comment form‘s name field. Specific to the site from which it is set. This cookie mirrors one set by the core WordPress software for commenting purposes. |
comment_author_email_{HASH} | Remembers the value entered into the comment form‘s email field. Specific to the site from which it is set. This cookie mirrors one set by the core WordPress software for commenting purposes. |
comment_author_url_{HASH} | Remembers the value entered into the comment form‘s URL field. Specific to the site from which it is set. This cookie mirrors one set by the core WordPress software for commenting purposes |
Mobile Theme
| Category of cookie | Why we use this cookie |
akm_mobile | Remembers whether or not a user wishes to view the mobile version of a site. |
Subscriptions
| Category of cookies | Why we use these cookies |
jetpack_comments_subscribe_{HASH} | Remembers the state of the post and comment subscription checkboxes. |
jetpack_blog_subscribe_{HASH} | Remembers the state of the post and comment subscription checkboxes. |
EU Cookie Law Banner
| Category of cookie | Why we use this cookie |
eucookielaw | Remembers the state of visitor acceptance to the EU Cookie Law banner. |
Please note that this section is not intended to be exhaustive, but rather aims to be representative, and that our users may set additional cookies (such as Google Analytics), depending on the features they have chosen to enable or the plugins they have installed.
Amendments
We reserve the right to update this Policy periodically, including during the provision of our services, without prior consent. Any changes to this Policy, present or future, will be publicly posted on our website at https://virteffic.com/cookies for all current and prospective clients. By such publication, you are considered to have agreed to this Policy and its variations. We recommend checking this page regularly to ensure your satisfaction with any Policy changes.
Contact Details
If you have any questions, please contact us:
Virteffic Limited
Norowsa
La Vallee de St Pierre
St Lawrence
Jersey JE3 1EG
E: tess@virteffic.com or
M: +44 (0) 7797716461
Virteffic Limited
Virtual Assistants | Secretarial Support & Administration Services | Jersey, Channel Islands
About Tess Price (including CV and Bio)
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Our Team (including CVs and Bios)
Virteffic Limited (“Virteffic“) is not regulated or licensed under the Financial Services (Jersey) Law 1998, as amended (the “Financial Services Law“). Accordingly, Virteffic does not provide any regulated services and does not engage in any regulated activities that would necessitate us to be a “registered person” as defined under the Financial Services Law. In cases where a regulated activity is required, you will need to engage the services of a firm that is registered under the Financial Services Law to provide such services. Virteffic may offer certain secretarial support and administration services as a virtual assistant, however, the services are of an administrative nature only. Your appointed company secretary and/or the directors of your company have full responsibility to ensure the accuracy of the work that Virteffic does for you, to have the final sign-off and to check the work before it is released, published and/or executed.