Cookie Policy
Last updated: 26 October 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how DEER TREE LTD (Company Number: 15035899) ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on antlaw.ai (the "Service"). This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.
We are committed to being transparent about how we use cookies and giving you control over your preferences. By using our Service, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy, in accordance with the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide a better user experience, as well as to provide information to the website owners.
Cookies typically contain:
- The name of the website that set the cookie
- A unique identifier (usually a string of letters and numbers)
- An expiration date (how long the cookie will remain on your device)
- Information about your interactions with the website
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for several purposes, which are explained in detail below. Understanding how we use cookies will help you make informed decisions about your cookie preferences.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are essential for the Service to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions you take, such as logging in, setting privacy preferences, or filling in forms.
Examples of use:
- Authentication and session management
- Security and fraud prevention
- Load balancing and system functionality
- Remembering your login state
- Processing payments securely
Legal basis: These cookies are necessary for the performance of our contract with you.
Note: You cannot opt out of strictly necessary cookies through our cookie settings, as they are required for the Service to function. However, you can block them through your browser settings, though this will prevent you from using the Service.
4.2 Functional Cookies
Purpose: These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our pages.
Examples of use:
- Remembering your study preferences and settings
- Saving your progress in practice questions
- Customising the interface based on your choices
- Language and region preferences
- Remembering items in your study plan
Legal basis: Your consent or our legitimate interest in providing enhanced functionality.
If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly, and your user experience may be degraded.
4.3 Performance and Analytics Cookies
Purpose: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Service by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us improve the Service and diagnose technical issues.
Examples of use:
- Measuring page load times and performance
- Understanding which pages are most popular
- Analysing how users navigate through the Service
- Identifying and fixing technical errors
- Testing new features and designs
Third-party services we use:
- Google Analytics: Web analytics service that tracks and reports website traffic
- Baidu Analytics: Analytics service for understanding user behaviour
Legal basis: Your consent or our legitimate interest in improving the Service.
4.4 Marketing and Targeting Cookies
Purpose: These cookies track your browsing activity to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other websites. They may be set by our advertising partners.
Examples of use:
- Delivering targeted advertising based on your interests
- Limiting the number of times you see an advertisement
- Measuring the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
- Showing you relevant content recommendations
Third-party services we use:
- Google Ads: Advertising platform
- Meta (Facebook) Pixel: Tracking pixel for advertising on Facebook and Instagram
- LinkedIn Insight Tag: Analytics and advertising tool
Legal basis: Your consent.
If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising, but you will still see advertisements, just not personalised to your interests.
4.5 Social Media Cookies
Purpose: These cookies enable you to share content from our Service on social media platforms and may track your social media activity.
Examples of use:
- Social sharing buttons (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn)
- Embedded social media content
- Social media login functionality
Legal basis: Your consent.
5. Duration of Cookies
Cookies can be classified based on how long they remain on your device:
5.1 Session Cookies
These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are primarily used for:
- Maintaining your login session
- Remembering items in your current study session
- Enabling page navigation
5.2 Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period (ranging from days to years) or until you delete them. They are used for:
- Remembering your login credentials ("Remember Me" functionality)
- Storing your preferences across sessions
- Analytics and performance measurement
- Targeted advertising
6. First-Party vs Third-Party Cookies
6.1 First-Party Cookies
These cookies are set directly by us (antlaw.ai) and can only be read by our Service. We use first-party cookies for essential functionality, user preferences, and analytics.
6.2 Third-Party Cookies
These cookies are set by third-party services that we use, such as:
- Stripe: Payment processing and fraud prevention
- Google: Analytics, advertising, OAuth authentication
- Intercom: Customer support and communication
- Apple: OAuth authentication
These third parties may use the information collected through their cookies for their own purposes, subject to their respective privacy policies.
7. Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:
7.1 Web Beacons (Pixels)
Small graphic images embedded in emails or web pages to track whether you have opened an email or visited a page.
7.2 Local Storage
Technology that allows us to store data locally in your browser for faster performance and offline functionality. We use this to store your study progress and preferences.
7.3 Session Storage
Similar to local storage but data is cleared when you close your browser tab.
8. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies and your privacy preferences:
8.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Service, we display a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or customise your cookie preferences. You can update your preferences at any time through your account settings or by clicking the cookie preferences link in the footer.
8.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- View and delete individual cookies
- Set exceptions for specific websites
Here's how to manage cookies in common browsers:
- Chrome: Settings β Privacy and security β Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings β Privacy & Security β Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences β Privacy β Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings β Privacy, search, and services β Cookies and site permissions
8.3 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of targeted advertising from networks that participate in self-regulatory programmes:
- Your Online Choices (UK/EU): www.youronlinechoices.com
- Google Ads Settings: adssettings.google.com
- Facebook Ad Preferences: Settings β Ads on Facebook
8.4 Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for responding to DNT signals, and we do not respond to DNT browser requests at this time. We will continue to monitor developments in this area.
8.5 Impact of Blocking Cookies
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience:
- You may not be able to log in or use certain features
- Your preferences and settings will not be remembered
- Some pages may not display correctly
- Performance may be degraded
9. Specific Cookie Information
Below is a list of the main cookies we use and their purposes:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| antlaw_session | Maintains your login session | Strictly Necessary | Session |
| token | Authentication token | Strictly Necessary | 7 days |
| refresh_token | Refresh authentication | Strictly Necessary | 7 days |
| _ga | Google Analytics user ID | Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics session ID | Analytics | 24 hours |
| intercom-* | Customer support chat | Functional | 270 days |
10. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
11. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- β’ Email: [email protected]
- β’ Phone: 020 4553 8879
- β’ Post: DEER TREE LTD, 167-169 Great Portland Street, 5th Floor, London, England, W1W 5PF
12. Further Information
For more information about cookies and online privacy, you may find the following resources helpful:
- Information Commissioner's Office (ICO): ico.org.uk
- All About Cookies: www.allaboutcookies.org
- Your Online Choices: www.youronlinechoices.com