This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how West Yorkshire Gritting Co uses them on www.westyorkshiregritting.co.uk, and how you can control your cookie preferences. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their site is being used.
Cookies can be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them).
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Always ActiveThese cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
Analytics Cookies
OptionalThese cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the website and our services.
Functional Cookies
OptionalThese cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or region) and provide enhanced, more personalised features.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. These include:
| Provider | Purpose | More Info |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Website usage analytics | Google Privacy |
| Google Maps | Embedded maps functionality | Google Privacy |
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:
Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can accept all cookies, or choose to accept only strictly necessary cookies.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, or to alert you when cookies are being sent. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
Google Analytics Opt-Out
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
5. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will be revised accordingly. We encourage you to check this page periodically.
6. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us. You can also view our full Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.