Cookie Policy
Last updated: 11 October 2025 — Version: 2.0
Plain English summary
- We use cookies to make the site work and to understand how people use it.
- Essential cookies are always active. You can choose to accept or reject analytics cookies.
- Use the settings below to manage your preferences at any time.
Manage Cookie Preferences
Essential Cookies
Required for the website to function. Cannot be disabled.
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use our website through Google Tag Manager.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your browser. They help the site remember preferences and understand usage.
Categories of cookies we use
1. Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They include:
- Session management for logged-in users
- Security features and CSRF protection
- Cookie consent preferences
- Load balancing and site performance
2. Analytics Cookies (Optional)
We use Google Tag Manager to collect anonymous analytics data that helps us understand:
- How visitors find and use our website
- Which pages are most popular
- How we can improve the user experience
- Technical performance metrics
You can opt out of analytics cookies using the settings above. Analytics cookies are only set if you explicitly accept them.
Privacy-first settings:
- IP address anonymization
- No advertising features or remarketing
- Production domain restrictions
- Consent mode enabled
Third-Party Services
Google Tag Manager may load additional tracking services based on your consent preferences:
- Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance tracking
- Other platforms: May be added by authorized team members via GTM interface
All third-party services respect your consent choices and comply with GDPR requirements.
Managing cookies
You have full control over which cookies we use:
- Use the Manage Cookie Preferences section above to accept or reject analytics cookies
- You can change your preferences at any time by revisiting this page
- Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they're required for the site to work
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete cookies
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Clear all cookies when you close the browser
Note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
How long do cookies last?
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain until expiration date or manual deletion
- Analytics cookies: Typically expire after 24 months
Contact
Questions about cookies? Contact privacy@driftspan.co.uk.