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CookiePolicy
Transparent information about how we use cookies to improve your browsing experience and website functionality.
Last updated: January 2024
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners about how visitors use their sites.
How We Use Cookies
Kennford Tarmacadam uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website performance, and provide relevant content. We are committed to being transparent about our cookie usage and giving you control over your preferences.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (Necessary)
Required for basic website functionality and security
Examples: Session management, security tokens, form submissions, user authentication, site navigation
Duration: Session or up to 1 year
Third Party: No
GDPR Basis: Legitimate Interest
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
Examples: Google Analytics (_ga, _gid), page views, bounce rate, traffic sources, user behavior
Duration: Up to 2 years
Third Party: Yes
GDPR Basis: Consent
Functional Cookies
Enable enhanced functionality and remember your preferences
Examples: Live chat, contact forms, interactive features, video players, preference settings
Duration: Up to 1 year
Third Party: No
GDPR Basis: Consent
Marketing Cookies
Track visitors across websites for relevant advertising
Examples: Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, retargeting pixels, advertising networks, conversion tracking
Duration: Up to 2 years
Third Party: Yes
GDPR Basis: Consent
Personalization Cookies
Remember choices and provide personalized content
Examples: Language preferences, region settings, customized content, user interface preferences
Duration: Up to 1 year
Third Party: No
GDPR Basis: Consent
Specific Cookies We Use
Below is a detailed list of specific cookies that may be set on your device when visiting our website:
Cookie Reference Table
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users and sessions | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours | Analytics |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute | Analytics |
| cookie-consent | Kennford Tarmacadam | Stores your cookie preferences | 6 months | Essential |
| _fbp | Facebook advertising and tracking | 3 months | Marketing |
Google Consent Mode v2 Compliance
Enhanced Privacy Controls
Our website implements Google Consent Mode v2, the latest privacy framework that enhances user privacy while maintaining website functionality:
- • Default Denied: All non-essential cookies are denied by default until you provide explicit consent
- • Privacy-First Analytics: Anonymous data collection when analytics cookies are disabled
- • Granular Controls: Separate consent for different cookie categories
- • GDPR Compliant: Meets EU and UK data protection requirements
- • Automatic Expiry: Your consent expires after 6 months and must be renewed
Third-Party Cookies & Services
We partner with trusted third-party services that may set cookies on your device. These services are carefully selected and comply with privacy regulations:
Other Services
Additional integrations as needed
All third-party services must meet our privacy standards
How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences
Our Cookie Consent Banner
Easy Cookie Management
The easiest way to manage your cookie preferences is through our cookie consent banner, which allows you to:
- • Choose which types of cookies to accept or reject
- • Change your preferences at any time
- • View detailed information about each cookie category
- • Access links to third-party privacy policies
Note: If you have already made your cookie choices, you can refresh the page and clear your browser's local storage to see the banner again, or contact us to reset your preferences.
Browser Settings
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete cookies individually or all at once
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)
- Set notifications when cookies are being set
Browser-Specific Instructions
Popular Browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Site Permissions → Cookies and Site Data
Google Analytics Opt-Out
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing theGoogle Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please Note:
Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our website:
- Contact forms may not function properly
- Your preferences may not be remembered
- Some interactive features may be unavailable
- Website performance analytics will be affected
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 encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: