Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

Yorkshire Technology Solutions ("Company," "we," "us," "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, and understand how our services are used. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, the types we use, and your options regarding them.

This policy complies with the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), the UK GDPR, and international privacy standards.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) by your web browser. They contain information about your browsing activity and preferences. Cookies serve various functions, including:

• Remembering your login information and preferences.
• Tracking your browsing behavior for analytics.
• Delivering personalized advertising content.
• Managing website functionality and security.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential/Necessary Cookies

These cookies are required for the website to function properly. They do not require consent and include:

• Session management and authentication.
• Security and fraud prevention.
• Website functionality and navigation.

3.2 Preference/Functional Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and choices to enhance your experience. They require your consent:

• Language preferences.
• Font size and display settings.
• Cookie consent preferences.

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting anonymous data. They require your consent:

• Pages visited and time spent on pages.
• Bounce rates and user flow.
• Device types and operating systems.
• Referral sources.

We use analytics tools such as Google Analytics (anonymized IP addresses). Data is retained for 26 months.

3.4 Marketing/Advertising Cookies

These cookies track your activity to deliver targeted advertising. They require your consent:

• Website visit history.
• Browsing behavior and interests.
• Advertising preferences and conversions.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may allow third-party service providers to place cookies on our website for analytics and advertising purposes. Third parties may include:

• Google Analytics: Analyzes website traffic (www.google.com/policies/privacy/)
• Social Media Platforms: Enable social sharing and tracking.
• Advertising Networks: Deliver targeted advertisements.

We are not responsible for the cookie practices of third parties. Please review their privacy policies directly.

5. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. This banner allows you to:

• Accept All: Consent to all non-essential cookies.
• Decline: Reject non-essential cookies and only allow necessary cookies.

Your preference is saved in local storage and will not be requested again unless you clear your browser data. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies or using the cookie management tools on our website.

6. Cookie Duration

Cookies may be either "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (remain on your device for a set period). Our cookie retention periods are as follows:

• Necessary Cookies: Session or up to 12 months.
• Preference Cookies: Up to 12 months.
• Analytics Cookies: Up to 26 months (Google Analytics default).
• Marketing Cookies: Up to 13 months.
• Consent Preference: 12 months.

7. How to Manage Cookies

You have control over cookies through your browser settings. Most modern browsers allow you to:

• View stored cookies.
• Block cookies entirely or from specific domains.
• Delete cookies automatically when closing your browser.
• Set preferences for different cookie types.

To manage cookies, visit your browser's help section or privacy settings. Note that disabling cookies may limit website functionality.

Browser Management Resources:

• Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
• Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/cookies-information-websites-store-on-your-computer
• Safari: https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT201265
• Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/privacy-learn-how-to-manage-cookies-in-microsoft-edge

8. Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. While we respect your browser's DNT settings, please note that not all websites or advertisers honor DNT requests. Our website continues to operate normally when DNT is enabled.

9. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last updated" date and posting the new policy on our website.

10. Contact Us

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

Data Protection Authority: You may also contact the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk if you have concerns about our cookie practices.

11. Cookie Consent Details