Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 6 October 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Local Painter & Decorators uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides information about how we collect and use your personal data.
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 website owners.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser). They can also be "first-party" (set by the website you're visiting) or "third-party" (set by other websites).
3. Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our website:
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
- Session Cookies: Maintain your session as you navigate through the website
- Security Cookies: Authenticate users and prevent fraudulent use
- Cookie Consent: Remember your cookie preferences
3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and whether users receive error messages. This helps us improve how our website works.
- Google Analytics: Tracks visitor behavior, page views, session duration, and traffic sources
- Performance Monitoring: Identifies technical issues and improves website speed
The information collected is aggregated and anonymized. We do not use these cookies to identify individual users.
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
- Location Cookies: Store your location to show relevant content
- Form Data: Remember information you've entered in forms
3.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They may also limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
- Social Media Cookies: Enable sharing of content on social media platforms
- Advertising Cookies: Track effectiveness of online advertising campaigns
- Remarketing Cookies: Show relevant ads based on your previous visits
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. We have no control over these cookies, and you should review the privacy policies of these third parties for more information.
Third-party services we use include:
- Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance tracking
- Google Maps: Interactive maps and location services
- Social Media Platforms: Embedded content from Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.
- Advertising Networks: Google Ads, Facebook Ads, and other advertising platforms
- Content Delivery Networks: Services that help deliver website content efficiently
5. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several important reasons:
- Essential Functionality: To enable core website features and ensure security
- User Experience: To remember your preferences and provide personalized content
- Performance Improvement: To understand how visitors use our site and identify areas for improvement
- Analytics: To measure website traffic and understand user behavior patterns
- Marketing Effectiveness: To measure the success of our marketing campaigns and show relevant advertisements
- Business Operations: To track quote requests and customer interactions
6. How to Control and Delete Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:
6.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to:
- Block all cookies
- Allow only first-party cookies
- Delete cookies when you close the browser
- Ask for your permission before accepting each cookie
For instructions on managing cookies in specific browsers, please visit:
6.2 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of specific types of cookies using these tools:
- Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Your Online Choices - Opt out of behavioral advertising
- Network Advertising Initiative - Opt out of targeted advertising
6.3 Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website. Some features may not function properly, and you may need to re-enter information or preferences.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
- Email: [Contact Email]
- Phone: [Phone Number]
- Address: [Company Address]