Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 04/02/2025
Welcome to the Cookie Policy for Abseiling Services Ltd, accessible from www.abseilingservices.com. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage them. By continuing to use our website, you agree to the use of cookies as outlined in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. These files contain information that can be used to enhance your browsing experience, remember preferences, and provide analytical data to website operators.
Types of Cookies
Cookies are categorized based on their purpose and duration:
- Necessary Cookies: Essential for the website to function properly (e.g., navigation, login, or shopping cart functionality).
- Performance Cookies: Collect data on how visitors use the site, such as which pages are most visited, to improve functionality.
- Functional Cookies: Allow the website to remember user preferences, such as language or region.
- Targeting/Advertising Cookies: Track user activity across the web to provide personalized ads and content.
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted once the browser is closed.
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several important purposes, including:
- Enhancing User Experience: To make the website functional, faster, and more intuitive.
- Analytics and Performance Monitoring: To understand how visitors interact with the site and improve our content.
- Personalization: To remember user preferences, such as language settings, for a seamless experience.
- Marketing and Advertising: To show relevant ads and promotions tailored to your interests.
- Security: To protect your information and ensure safe browsing.
3. How We Obtain Your Consent
Under UK GDPR and PECR, we require your explicit consent to store cookies on your device unless they are strictly necessary for the functioning of the site.
When you visit our website for the first time, you will see a Cookie Consent Banner explaining the use of cookies. You can choose to:
- Accept All Cookies: Allow all cookies, including marketing and analytics.
- Reject Non-Essential Cookies: Allow only necessary cookies.
- Customize Settings: Choose which cookies to enable or disable.
You can change your cookie preferences at any time via the Cookie Settings link on our website.
4. Managing and Disabling Cookies
You have full control over how cookies are used on your device. Here are your options:
Browser Settings
You can disable cookies via your browser’s settings. Refer to your browser’s help documentation for instructions:
Disabling cookies may limit functionality and some features of our site may not work properly.
Third-Party Tools
Use tools like:
- YourOnlineChoices: Manage online advertising preferences.
- Cookiebot: Control cookie consent across different websites.
5. Detailed Cookie Categories
Here is a breakdown of the cookies we use and why:
a. Necessary Cookies
- Enable website functionality such as navigation and login processes.
- Example: Cookies that track items in your shopping cart until checkout is completed.
b. Performance Cookies
- Help us understand how visitors interact with our site by tracking metrics such as page views, time spent on the site, and navigation paths.
- Example: Google Analytics (tracks anonymous user data to improve website performance).
c. Functional Cookies
- Store user preferences, such as language, display settings, and login status.
- Example: Cookies that remember your region for tailored content delivery.
d. Advertising Cookies
- Show you relevant ads and promotions based on your browsing habits.
- Example: Google AdSense cookies for personalized advertising.
e. Social Media Cookies
- Allow interaction with social media platforms, such as sharing pages or liking content.
- Example: Facebook and Twitter cookies that integrate their features on our site.
6. Third-Party Cookies
We work with trusted third-party service providers that set cookies for specific purposes. These include:
- Google Analytics: Tracks visitor behavior to help us optimize website performance.
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- Google AdSense: Displays tailored ads based on your browsing preferences.
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- Social Media Plugins: Enable social sharing features and improve interaction with platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn.
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- Affiliate Tracking Cookies: Track referrals from partner websites to ensure proper affiliate credit.
7. Data Privacy and Security
Any personal data collected through cookies is processed in compliance with UK GDPR. We take the following measures to ensure your privacy and security:
- All data is encrypted and stored securely.
- Data shared with third-party providers is limited to what is necessary.
- We do not sell or share cookie-related data with unauthorized parties.
For more information, read our Privacy Policy.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. You will be notified of any significant updates either through our website or via email (if applicable).
9. Contact Us
For further questions about this Cookie Policy or your data rights, please contact us:
Alternatively, you may contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
