Last updated: 22 January 2026
This Cookies Policy explains how TLC Worldwide (“TLC”, “we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit or interact with www.tlc-worldwide.com (the “Website”).

This Cookies Policy forms part of, and should be read together with, our Privacy Policy. Terms used in this Cookies Policy have the same meaning as defined in the Privacy Policy, unless otherwise stated.

This policy is intended to comply with applicable global data protection and privacy laws, including but not limited to:
    • EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
    • UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018
    • California Consumer Privacy Act / California Privacy Rights Act (CCPA/CPRA)
    • Brazil Lei Geral de Proteção de Dados (LGPD)
    • South Africa Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA)
    • Other applicable national and regional data protection regulation

1. What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile device) when you visit a website. Cookies allow the Website to recognise your device, store preferences, and improve functionality, security, and performance.
We may also use similar technologies such as pixels, tags, scripts, software development kits (SDKs), and local storage. For simplicity, all such technologies are referred to as “cookies” in this policy.

Cookies may be:
    • Session cookies, which expire when you close your browser; or
    • Persistent cookies, which remain on your device until they expire or are deleted.

2. How Cookies Relate to Personal Data

Some cookies collect information that may constitute personal data under applicable data protection laws (for example, IP addresses, online identifiers, or browsing behaviour).

 

Where cookies involve the processing of personal data, such processing is carried out in accordance with our Privacy Policy, including the safeguards, rights, and lawful bases described therein.

3. Categories of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the Website and enable core functionality such as security, network management, accessibility, and cookie preference management. The Website cannot function properly without these cookies.

Legal basis:
    • Legitimate interests
    • Contractual necessity
      (where permitted under applicable law)

3.2  Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as language preferences or region) and provide enhanced and more personalised functionality.

Legal basis:
    • Consent (where required by law)

3.3 Analytics / Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use the Website, such as pages visited, time spent on pages, and navigation paths. The information collected is aggregated and used to improve Website performance and user experience.

Legal basis:
    • Consent (GDPR / UK GDPR and equivalent laws)
    • Other lawful bases where permitted under local law

3.4 Advertising / Targeting Cookies

Where used, these cookies track browsing habits to deliver relevant advertising and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. These cookies may be set by TLC or by third-party advertising partners.

Legal basis:
    • Consent (where required)
    • Opt-out rights under CCPA/CPRA and similar law

4. Cookies Table

 
Cookie Name Category Provider Purpose Retention
cookie_consent_status Strictly Necessary TLC Worldwide Stores user cookie consent preferences 12 months
_session_id Strictly Necessary TLC Worldwide Maintains secure session and Website functionality Session
_ga Analytics Google Analytics Distinguishes users for analytics reporting 24 months
_gid Analytics Google Analytics Tracks user behaviour during a session 24 hours
_gat Analytics Google Analytics Limits analytics request rates 1 minute
referrer Analytics Third-party provider Identifies referral source Session
_fbp Advertising Meta Platforms Delivers and measures targeted advertising 90 days
LinkedIn Insight Tag Advertising LinkedIn Delivers and measures targeted advertising 6 Months
msd365mkttr Analytics Microsoft Dynamics 365 Tracks website visitor behaviour and email engagement Session
msd365mkttrs Analytics Microsoft Dynamics 365 Tracks website visitor behaviour and email engagement 90 days
 

5. Lawful Basis for Using Cookies

In accordance with our  , we rely on the following lawful bases when processing personal data through cookies:
    • Consent – for non-essential cookies
    • Legitimate interests – for essential security and functionality cookies
    • Contractual necessity – where cookies support services requested by you

Where consent is required, cookies will not be placed unless and until you provide consent via the cookie banner or preference centre.

 

6. Lawful Basis for Using Cookies

In accordance with our Privacy Policy, we rely on the following lawful bases when processing personal data through cookies:
    • Consent – for non-essential cookies
    • Legitimate interests – for essential security and functionality cookies
    • Contractual necessity – where cookies support services requested by you

Where consent is required, cookies will not be placed unless and until you provide consent via the cookie banner or preference centre.

7. International Data Transfers

As a global organisation, TLC Worldwide may transfer personal data collected through cookies to countries outside your country of residence. Where required by law, such transfers are safeguarded using appropriate mechanisms, including:
    • Standard Contractual Clauses
    • Adequacy decisions
    • Equivalent safeguards under applicable law

Further details are provided in our Privacy Policy.

8. Your Rights and Choices

Your rights in relation to personal data collected via cookies are set out in our Privacy Policy and may include the right to:
    • Access personal data
    • Withdraw consent at any time
    • Request deletion or restriction of processing
    • Object to processing
    • Opt out of sale or sharing of personal data (CCPA/CPRA)
    • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

You can manage cookie preferences at any time via:
    • The cookie banner or preference centre on the Website
    • Your browser settings

9. Cookie Retention

Cookies are retained only for as long as necessary to fulfil their intended purposes. Session cookies expire when the browser is closed, while persistent cookies expire after defined retention periods unless deleted earlier.

10. Updates to This Cookies Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology, or our business practices. Updates will be published on the Website with a revised effective date.

11. Contact Information

For questions about this Cookies Policy or how we process personal data, please contact us using the details provided in our Privacy Policy, or at:

Email: [email protected]
Organisation: TLC Worldwide