1. Who we are and scope
This Cookie Policy describes how Sage Publications (together, "Sage", "we", "us") use cookies, pixel tags and similar technologies (collectively ‘cookies’) on Sage websites and domains. This policy applies to Sage entities worldwide and to all Sage websites and domains. While the cookies used may differ depending on the website, cookie standards and governance are managed centrally across Sage.
This Cookie Policy should be read alongside the Sage Privacy Policy, which explains how Sage processes personal data more generally.
2. What cookies are
Cookies are small files containing limited amounts of information that are placed on your device, such as a computer, smartphone, or tablet, when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your browser and remember information such as functionality or your preferences when you return. Cookies can perform a range of different functions, including improving how a website works, remembering your settings, and enhancing your overall browsing experience.
Except for cookies that are strictly necessary, we use cookies based on the choices you make and the consent you provide through our cookie banner or preference centre.
3. Why Sage uses cookies
Sage uses cookies to make our websites work, remember your choices, and understand how people use our sites. For example, cookies can help us remember you so you can stay logged into our sites without repeatedly entering credentials or help us remember items added to a shopping cart.
We do not store credit card details in cookies.
Cookies used on our websites fall into different categories.
Strictly necessary cookies
Strictly necessary cookies are essential for the website to operate properly and cannot be turned off through our cookie controls. They are typically set in response to actions you take that request services, such as setting your privacy preferences, signing in, or completing forms. You may be able to block or receive alerts about these cookies through your browser settings; however, doing so may cause some parts of the website to stop working as intended.
Performance / analytics cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our websites. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular and how visitors move around our sites.
If you do not allow these cookies, our ability to analyse and monitor website performance will be limited.
Functional cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences. They may be set up by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, then some features or services may not work as intended.
Targeting / marketing cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners and may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. If you do not allow these cookies, the advertising you see may be less relevant to your interests.
Social media cookies
These cookies are set up by social media services that we have added to the site to enable content sharing. They may track how you interact with social media content across different websites and build a profile of your interests. If you do not allow these cookies, you may not be able to use or see these sharing tools.
4. Consent and cookie controls
Sage uses a cookie preference centre to inform you about cookies and to give you control over the use of not strictly necessary cookies (often referred to as “non-essential cookies”). These cookies support functions such as performance measurement, enhanced functionality, and advertising. Cookies requiring consent will only be set once you have provided it through the cookie preference centre. You can give or withdraw consent at any time and update your preferences via the cookie preference centre.
Where required by applicable law, you may be asked to review and renew your cookie choices from time to time.
5. Jurisdiction-specific notes
Cookies and tracking requirements may vary depending on where you are located. Sage seeks to apply a consistent approach to the use of cookies across its websites, while complying with applicable local laws and regulatory requirements.
In some jurisdictions, this means consent is required for non-essential cookies, while in others transparency and opt‑out mechanisms apply.
For users in the United Kingdom and the European Union, consent is required for non-essential cookies in accordance with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations and ePrivacy rules.
For users in the United States, state privacy laws may give you the right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information collected through cookies. Sage provides a “Do Not Sell” link and recognizes opt-out preference signals, including the Global Privacy Control (GPC).
For users in India, transparency obligations apply under the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, and consent mechanisms are implemented where required.
In other regions, Sage applies appropriate cookie and tracking practices in line with applicable local laws and regulatory requirements, which may include consent, transparency, or other user choice mechanisms depending on the jurisdiction.
6. Third-party cookies
Some cookies used on Sage websites are set by third‑party service providers, such as providers of analytics, advertising, embedded media, or social media services. These third parties may place cookies on your device when you interact with their services through our websites. Sage does not control how these third‑party cookies operate or how the information they collect is used. We encourage you to review the relevant third‑party privacy and cookie notices for more information about their practices.
7. Duration of the Cookies we use
In terms of duration, we may use two different types of cookies on our websites:
- Session Cookies. These cookies are temporary cookies that remain on your device until you leave our websites
or
- Persistent Cookies. These cookies remain on your device for much longer or until you manually delete them (how long the cookie remains on your device will depend on the duration or “lifetime” of the specific cookie, as well as your browser settings).
8. How to manage or delete cookies
You can manage cookies through the cookie preference centre on our websites, including through OneTrust, or through your browser settings. These settings allow you to control or block cookies, including third-party cookies, and manage how cookies are used on your device.
Please note that disabling cookies, including strictly necessary cookies, may affect how our websites function and limit certain features. If you use multiple devices, you will need to adjust your settings on each one.
For more information about these options, please refer to your browser’s help menu
For guidance on managing cookies in common browsers, you can visit the following official help pages:
If you have any other browsers, please consult your documentation or online help files.
For general information about cookies and how to manage them, you may also visit www.aboutcookies.org. This is not a Sage website.
Cookies we use
Information about the cookies used on each Sage site, including an up‑to‑date cookie list, is available through the site’s cookie preference centre.
Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may review and update this Cookie Policy from time to time to ensure it remains accurate and reflects changes in applicable laws or how cookies are used on our websites. This Cookie Policy was last updated in June 2026.
Contact us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please feel free to contact us via the Sage Data Privacy Portal.