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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 26, 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Sumsols UK ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website sumsols.co.uk (the "Website"). This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should disable cookies by following the instructions in Section 6 of this policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners.

Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser and are used when you return to the website. Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser.

3. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several reasons:

  • Essential Website Functions: To enable core functionality and security features
  • Performance and Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website and identify areas for improvement
  • User Preferences: To remember your preferences and settings
  • Marketing and Advertising: To deliver relevant content and measure campaign effectiveness (with your consent)

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
session_id Maintains user session state Session
csrf_token Security protection against cross-site request forgery Session
cookie_consent Stores your cookie preferences 1 year

4.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting anonymous information. This helps us improve how our website works.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes users 2 years
_gid Google Analytics - distinguishes users 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics - throttles request rate 1 minute

4.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and choices.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
user_preferences Stores user preferences like language and region 1 year
theme_preference Remembers your display preferences 1 year

4.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements relevant to you and your interests. They also help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. These cookies require your consent.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_fbp Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions and remarketing 3 months
_gcl_au Google AdSense - stores conversion data 3 months

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services. We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:

5.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze how visitors use our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information about your visit. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.

5.2 Social Media Platforms

Our website includes social media buttons and widgets (such as LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook) that may set cookies. These cookies are governed by the privacy policies of the respective social media companies.

5.3 Marketing and Advertising Services

We may use third-party advertising services like Google Ads and Facebook Ads. These services use cookies to serve relevant ads and measure campaign performance.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

6.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.

6.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies only
  • Delete cookies when you close your browser
  • Warn you before accepting cookies

Here are links to cookie management for popular browsers:

  • Google Chrome
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Microsoft Edge
  • Safari

6.3 Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

6.4 Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Essential cookies are necessary for basic website functionality and cannot be disabled if you wish to use the website.

7. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but we respect your privacy choices and provide cookie management options.

8. Web Beacons and Tracking Pixels

In addition to cookies, we may use web beacons (also known as tracking pixels) on our website and in emails. These are small electronic images that help us:

  • Count website visitors and email recipients
  • Understand how users navigate our website
  • Determine if emails have been opened and acted upon
  • Measure campaign effectiveness

9. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. We will post any changes on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically.

10. Your Rights

Under UK data protection law, you have rights regarding your personal information, including data collected through cookies. For more information about your rights, please see our Privacy Policy or contact us using the details below.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

Sumsols UK
Email: privacy@sumsols.co.uk
Phone: +44 20 1234 5678

12. More Information

For more information about cookies and how they work, visit:

  • AllAboutCookies.org
  • ICO - Cookies and similar technologies

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