Cookie Policy

1. Definition and Nature of Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (including but not limited to computers, tablets, and mobile devices) when you visit our website. They are widely used to enable websites to function more efficiently, to provide analytical information to website operators, and to enhance user experience. This Cookie Policy explains how East Yorkshire Sprayers ("the Company", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies in compliance with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and UK GDPR.

2. Legal Basis for Cookie Usage

The Company uses cookies in compliance with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and UK GDPR. We obtain your consent for non-essential cookies through our cookie consent banner. We use cookies for the following legitimate purposes:

• Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
• Performance Cookies: Help us understand how our website is being used
• Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
• Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements (with consent)

3. Categories of Cookies

We utilise the following categories of cookies on our website:

4. Consent and Cookie Preferences

Under UK law, you have the right to choose whether to accept or reject non-essential cookies. We obtain your consent for non-essential cookies through our cookie consent banner. You may exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:

• Cookie Banner: Our cookie banner allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies
• Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings
• Cookie Preferences: You can change your cookie preferences at any time
• Third-Party Tools: Use online tools to manage cookies across websites

5. Browser-Based Cookie Management

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through browser settings. You may choose to accept, reject, or delete cookies from your device. Please note that removing or blocking cookies may impact your user experience and may prevent certain parts of our website from functioning correctly.

6. Third-Party Services

We may engage third-party service providers to assist us in operating our website and providing our services. These third parties may have access to your personal data only to perform specific tasks on our behalf and are obligated not to disclose or use it for any other purpose. The following third-party services may place cookies on your device:

• Vercel Analytics: Used to collect anonymous website performance data including page views, visitor location, and device information. This data helps us improve website performance and user experience. Vercel Analytics does not collect personally identifiable information.
• Analytics Services: Google Analytics for website performance monitoring (if used)
• Social Media: Facebook Pixel for tracking social media interactions (if used)
• Advertising: Google Ads for remarketing campaigns (with consent, if used)

7. Cookie Retention Periods

Different cookies have varying retention periods depending on their purpose:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until deleted
• Authentication Cookies: Typically last for 30 days
• Analytics Cookies: Typically last for 2 years

8. Your Rights Regarding Cookies

Under UK GDPR and PECR, you have the following rights in relation to cookies:

• Be informed about the use of cookies on our website
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Access information about cookies we use
• Request deletion of your data collected via cookies
• Complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)

9. Amendments to This Policy

The Company may amend this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie practices, changes in applicable law, or for other operational reasons. Any material changes will be communicated to users via our website or other reasonable means where required by law. The date of the most recent revision will be indicated at the bottom of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

10. Contact and Complaints

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us using the following details:

• Email: eastyorkshiresprayers@gmail.com
• Telephone: +44 7593 979433
• Address: East Yorkshire, United Kingdom

If you are dissatisfied with our response to any complaint regarding cookies, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO), the UK's supervisory authority for data protection matters. The ICO can be contacted at: Information Commissioner's Office, Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5AF, United Kingdom, or via their website at ico.org.uk.