Bowalker Windows Limited Cookie Policy
Introduction
At Bowalker Windows Limited, we value your privacy and are committed to being transparent about the cookies we use on our website. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. Some cookies are essential for the site to function, while others help improve your experience and deliver relevant content. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time via the cookie banner or your browser settings.
For more information on how we handle your data, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website function properly, improve your browsing experience, and provide information on how the website is used.
There are two main types of cookies:
- First-party cookies: Set by the website you are visiting (in this case, bowalker.co.uk).
- Third-party cookies: Set by external services, such as advertisers or analytics providers, that are used on the website.
Cookies can be essential (necessary for the site to work) or non-essential (used for analytics, personalisation, or advertising).
Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our website:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and enable core features like secure logins, shopping cart functionality, and access to secure areas. They do not require your consent. - Performance and Functionality Cookies
These cookies enhance the performance and functionality of the website but are not essential. They allow features like saving your preferences and remembering settings, improving your user experience. Consent is required for these cookies. - Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting anonymous data. This information is used to improve website performance and user experience. Consent is required for these cookies.
How Do We Use Cookies?
We use cookies on our website for the following purposes:
- Website Functionality: To ensure the website operates correctly, allowing you to securely log in, access secure areas, and use essential features.
- Enhancing User Experience: To improve the functionality of the website, such as remembering your preferences, language settings, or customizations.
- Analytics and Performance: To analyze how visitors use the website, helping us improve website performance, content, and user experience.
- Security: To protect the website and its users from malicious activities, ensuring a secure browsing environment.
We use both first-party and third-party cookies to fulfill these purposes, including cookies from services like Google Analytics to gather information on how the site is used.
Third-Party Cookies
In addition to the cookies we set, we use third-party cookies provided by trusted external services. These cookies help us with website analytics, performance, and security, but they may also collect data about your activity across different websites.
For example, we use Google Analytics to track website usage and improve our services. These third-party providers have their own privacy policies and are responsible for how they handle the data they collect.
Some third-party cookies are used for website analytics, such as tracking how many visitors come to the site, how long they stay, and which pages are visited. These cookies help us understand how to improve our website’s content and functionality.
We do not control these third-party cookies, and we encourage you to review their privacy policies for more information on how they collect and use your data.
Managing and Controlling Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by using the cookie banner on our website or by adjusting your browser settings.
How to Manage Cookies via the Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept, reject, or customize your cookie preferences. You can choose which categories of cookies you are happy for us to use, such as essential, performance, or analytics cookies.
Managing Cookies in Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can block or delete cookies by adjusting your browser settings. Please note that blocking certain cookies may impact your user experience and limit functionality on our website, but you can still visit and use the core features of the website.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated “Last Updated” date.
We recommend that you regularly review this policy to stay informed about how we use cookies and how you can manage your preferences. If we make significant changes, we will notify you via a prominent notice on our website or through other means.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please feel free to contact us:
- Email: info@bowalkerwindows.co.uk
- Phone: 01444 810 111
We are happy to assist you with any cookie-related inquiries and ensure that your privacy preferences are respected.