At Downsvale, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency in how we use cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website https://www.downsvale.co.uk. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.


1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your actions and preferences (such as login, language, and display settings) so you don’t have to re-enter them every time you visit.


2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on the Downsvale website:

a. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the website and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions such as logging in or filling out forms.

b. Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website, which pages are most popular, and how users navigate through the site. This information helps us improve the user experience. We may use tools like Google Analytics for this purpose.

c. Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering choices you make.

d. Targeting or Marketing Cookies

We may use these cookies to deliver relevant advertisements and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns. These cookies are set by third-party advertising partners and only used with your consent.


3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website may be set by trusted third-party services such as Google Analytics, YouTube (for embedded videos), or social media platforms. These third parties may collect browsing data across multiple websites.

We recommend reviewing their individual cookie policies:


4. Managing Cookie Preferences

When you visit our site for the first time, you will be presented with a cookie banner to either accept, reject, or customise your cookie preferences.

You can also manage or disable cookies via your browser settings:


5. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and the date will be revised accordingly.


6. Contact Us

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

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