Cookie Policy
What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your browser or device when you visit a website. They play a crucial role in enhancing user experiences and enabling certain functions. Cookies serve as a bridge between a website and its users, storing relevant information to remember and recognise individual preferences, login details, and browsing habits.
Types of Cookies Used
Our website, Collision Repair Estimates, employs different types of cookies to improve your online experience:
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Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the basic functionality of our site. They ensure that you can navigate through pages seamlessly and access content without any issues.
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Performance Cookies: We utilise these cookies to gather information about how our website performs, allowing us to optimise its speed and efficiency. This includes tracking page load times and identifying areas for improvement.
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Functionality Cookies: These cookies enhance the functionality of our site by remembering user preferences and customising content. For example, they remember your language preference or help us deliver relevant content based on your interests.
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Targeting/Advertising Cookies: We may use these cookies to deliver targeted advertisements and content tailored to your browsing behaviour and interests. They help us analyse your interaction with our website and provide you with personalised recommendations.
Managing and Deleting Cookies
You have the power to manage and delete cookies through your browser settings. Here’s how:
- Access the privacy or settings menu of your web browser.
- Locate and select “Cookies” or a similar option.
- From there, you can choose to accept or reject all cookies, block specific types, or even erase your browsing data, including cookies.
- Regularly reviewing and updating these settings is recommended to ensure control over your cookie preferences.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website may incorporate third-party cookies for various purposes, such as analytics, advertising, and content delivery. These cookies are set by entities other than Collision Repair Estimates. For instance, we might use Google Analytics or similar services to track visitor behaviour, which requires these external parties to place their own cookies on your device.
Your Consent and Control
Your consent is essential for us to use certain types of cookies, especially those that are not strictly necessary for the website’s core functionality. We provide a clear notice about cookie usage upon your first visit, asking for your permission. You can change your mind at any time by adjusting your browser settings as mentioned above.
Additionally, you have the right to lodge a complaint with a data protection authority if you believe our use of cookies is not in line with this policy or applicable laws.
Updates and Contact
We regularly review and update our Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or relevant legislation. This policy was last updated on January 1, 2024. If you have any questions or concerns regarding our cookie practices, please reach out to us at: [email protected].