Cookie Policy

Last updated: 30/10/2025

This Cookie Policy explains how real5 Networking (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website real5networking.com (“the Website”). It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy which explains how we handle personal data.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your actions and preferences (such as login details or language settings) over a period of time, so you don’t have to re-enter them whenever you return to the site or browse between pages.

Some cookies are essential to make our Website work properly, while others help us improve your experience or analyse usage.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on our Website:

a. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Website to function. They enable you to log in, register for events, manage your membership, and make secure payments.

Examples:

Session cookies to keep you logged in during your visit.

Cookies that remember items in your booking or payment forms.

These cookies cannot be disabled through our cookie settings, but you can block them in your browser (some parts of the Website may not function properly as a result).

b. Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Website by collecting information such as which pages are visited most often and any error messages encountered.

Examples:

Google Analytics cookies to measure visitor numbers and traffic sources.

Cookies to track how members interact with event listings or referral features.

Data collected is aggregated and anonymous; it does not identify individual users.

c. Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the Website to remember your preferences and choices, such as:

Saved login information

Preferred networking group or region

Previously viewed events

d. Advertising & Social Media Cookies (if applicable)

If we use targeted advertising or integrate social media features (such as LinkedIn or Facebook login), these cookies may track your browsing activity across websites to build a profile of your interests.

You will be asked for consent before we use these types of cookies.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our Website are set by third-party providers who perform services on our behalf, such as:

Payment processors (for event or membership payments)

Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)

Social media platforms (if you interact with share buttons or login options)

We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these providers for more information on how they use cookies.

4. How to Manage Cookies

You can control cookies through:

Our Cookie Banner: When you first visit our Website, you can accept or reject non-essential cookies.

Your Browser Settings: Most browsers let you block or delete cookies through their settings.

Third-Party Tools: Tools such as YourOnlineChoices.eu allow you to manage advertising cookies.

Please note that disabling some cookies may affect the functionality or performance of the Website.

5. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our operations. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

6. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your data, please contact:

real5 Networking
Email: privacy@real5networking.com
Address: The Hive, 27-31 Sankey Street, Warrington, England, WA1 1XG