This Cookie Policy explains how Sprucey VA uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit the website at www.va-sprucey.co.uk. This policy is intended to comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, recognise your device, and improve your browsing experience. Cookies may be set by the owner of the site (first-party cookies) or by third parties (third-party cookies), such as analytics services or advertising partners.
2. Use of Cookies
This site uses cookies for the following purposes:
-Strictly Necessary Cookies
These are essential for the operation of the website and enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas. They cannot be disabled via the cookie banner.
-Performance and Analytics Cookies
These help decipher how visitors interact with the site by collecting and reporting information anonymously (e.g. Google Analytics).
-Functionality Cookies
These allow the website to remember choices you make, such as your location or preferred language.
-Targeting or Advertising Cookies
These may be set through the site by advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites.
3. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
Under UK GDPR and PECR, consent must be obtained before placing any cookies on your device that are not strictly necessary. This site does this via a cookie banner that appears when you first visit the site.
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control and manage cookies through the cookie consent banner, which allows you to:
-Accept all cookies
-Reject non-essential cookies
-Adjust your preferences by category
Note: Disabling certain cookies may impact your experience on this site. You can also manage cookies through your browser settings.
5. Third-Party Services (Squarespace Integrations)
This website is built using Squarespace, which may also set cookies necessary for performance, security, and analytics. Additionally, services such as the following may be used:
-Google Analytics – for traffic insights
-Meta (Facebook) Pixel – for ad performance
-Embedded content providers (e.g. YouTube, Instagram)
Note: Each third-party provider has its own cookie and privacy policy.
6. Your Rights (UK GDPR)
As a UK-based user, you have the right to:
-Be informed about the use of cookies on this website
-Withdraw or change your consent at any time
-Request access to your personal data
-Request deletion or restriction of your data
7. Contact
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or wish to exercise your rights as above, please make contact using the following email address: contact@va-sprucey.co.uk