Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how SuiteTech Services (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website www.suitetechservices.com. This policy complies with the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, analyse how you use the site, and improve your experience. Cookies can be “persistent” (remaining on your device until deleted or expired) or “session” (deleted when you close your browser).
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure our website functions properly
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyse website traffic and usage patterns
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Deliver relevant content and marketing
- Understand how visitors interact with our website
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, the website cannot operate properly. These cookies do not require consent under PECR.
3.2 Performance Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and whether users receive error messages. This data helps us improve website performance and user experience. These cookies are typically anonymised.
3.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or region) and provide enhanced, personalised features. They may also be used to provide services you have requested, such as watching a video or commenting on content.
3.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver advertisements relevant to you and your interests. They may be set by us or by third-party advertising partners. They remember websites you have visited and share this information with other organisations such as advertisers.
4. Specific Cookies Used
The following table details the cookies we use on our website:
Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
_ga | Performance | Google Analytics – tracks visitors | 2 years | |
_gid | Performance | Google Analytics – distinguishes users | 24 hours | |
_gat | Performance | Google Analytics – throttles request rate | 1 minute | |
cookie_consent | Necessary | Stores cookie consent preferences | 1 year | SuiteTech Services |
PHPSESSID | Necessary | Maintains user session | Session | SuiteTech Services |
5. Third-Party Cookies
We use services from third-party providers who may set cookies on your device. These include:
Google Analytics: For website traffic analysis and reporting. For more information, visit Google’s Privacy Policy.
These third parties have their own privacy policies, and we have no control over their cookies.
6. Your Cookie Choices
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (except strictly necessary cookies).
6.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can accept or reject non-essential cookies through this banner. Your preferences will be saved for one year.
6.2 Browser Settings
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View and delete cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
For instructions on managing cookies in specific browsers:
Google Chrome: support.google.com/chrome
Mozilla Firefox: support.mozilla.org
Safari: support.apple.com/safari
Microsoft Edge: support.microsoft.com/edge
Please note: Blocking or deleting cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.
7. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a “Do Not Track” feature that signals websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to Do Not Track signals, and we do not currently respond to such signals.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. The “Last Updated” date at the top indicates when this policy was last revised.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: hello@suitetechservices.com
Phone: 0330 043 9087
Website: www.suitetechservices.com