This policy explains how Press Hive uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit presshive.uk. It tells you what information is collected, why, and how you can control it. We believe in being clear and upfront, so there are no hidden surprises. Your privacy matters to us, and we want you to feel confident browsing our site.
What exactly are cookies and why do we use them?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, understand how you use it, and improve your experience. At Press Hive, we use cookies to make our site work properly, analyse traffic, and occasionally show relevant advertising. Without some cookies, certain features simply wouldn’t function.
Essential cookies
These are necessary for the site to operate. They enable basic functions like page navigation, secure logins (if applicable), and remembering your cookie preferences. You cannot opt out of these cookies, as the site would not work correctly without them. They do not store any personally identifiable information.
Analytics cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how readers interact with presshive.uk. This helps us improve our content and site structure. For example, we learn which articles are most popular, how long people stay, and what pages lead to errors. This data is anonymised and aggregated. We use a reputable analytics provider, and the information collected is never sold or shared for advertising purposes.
Advertising and affiliate cookies
We may use cookies to help deliver relevant display advertising and to track affiliate links when you click through to a partner site. These cookies help us fund our journalism. They do not track your activity across other unrelated websites for purposes beyond our own advertising or affiliate programmes. Sponsored content and affiliate links are always clearly labelled, as outlined in our advertising and affiliate disclosure.
How this works in practice
When you first visit presshive.uk, you will see a clear cookie banner asking you to accept or manage your preferences. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential ones, or customise your settings. Your choice is saved for 12 months, after which you will be prompted again. You can also change your preferences at any time by clicking the ‘Cookie Settings’ link in the footer of our site. We will never set non-essential cookies without your prior consent.
Managing cookies in your browser
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies entirely. However, please note that disabling all cookies, including essential ones, may affect how our site functions. Instructions for managing cookies in common browsers can usually be found in the browser’s help menu.
Does Press Hive use any third-party cookies?
Yes, we work with trusted third-party service providers who may set their own cookies when you use our site. These include analytics providers and advertising partners. Each provider is carefully vetted and required to comply with data protection laws. We do not allow any third party to use cookies on our site for purposes unrelated to our services. For more details on our data handling practices, see our privacy policy.
How can you contact us about cookies?
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we handle your data, please get in touch. You can email our editorial team at editorial@presshive.uk or our legal team at legal@presshive.uk. Alternatively, write to us at Level 3, Tower Business Centre, Tower Street, Swatar, Birkirkara BKR 4013, Malta. Our contact page also lists all departmental email addresses. We are happy to help.
Recent updates to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our practices. The current version was last updated in April 2025. Any material changes will be notified via a notice on our homepage or by email where appropriate. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. You can also read our terms of use for further information on site usage.
This Cookie Policy is part of our broader commitment to transparency. It should be read alongside our editorial policy, fact-checking policy, and corrections policy. Press Hive is owned and operated by Sliema Media Limited, registered in Malta (Business Registry: C 84217).
In short
We use cookies to make our site work, improve your experience, and fund our journalism through responsible advertising. You have full control over non-essential cookies and can adjust your preferences at any time. If you ever have questions, we are just an email away.