Cookie Policy

Bodyguard Covers Ltd. ("we," "us," or "our") operates the website www.bodyguardcovers.co.uk (the "Website"). This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our Website. It also describes your choices regarding these technologies. This policy complements our Privacy Policy
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (e.g., computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit our Website. They help us enhance your experience, analyze Website performance, and deliver personalized content. Other technologies, such as pixels or web beacons, may also be used for similar purposes and are included in this policy.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies:
  • Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Website to function properly, such as enabling navigation, accessing secure areas, and processing orders. These cannot be disabled as they are critical to our services.
    • Example: Cookies that maintain your shopping cart or session during checkout.
  • Performance/Analytics Cookies: Collect anonymized data about how you use our Website (e.g., pages visited, time spent) to improve its functionality and performance.
    • Example: Google Analytics cookies to track Website usage.
  • Functional Cookies: Enable enhanced features, such as remembering your preferences (e.g., language or currency settings) or saving items in your cart for future visits.
  • Marketing/Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver personalized ads or content based on your browsing behavior, either on our Website or third-party platforms.
    • Example: Cookies set by social media platforms or ad networks for targeted promotions.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
  • Ensure the Website operates effectively (e.g., processing orders and maintaining user sessions).
  • Analyze Website performance and user behavior to improve our services.
  • Personalize your experience, such as remembering your preferences or recommending products.
  • Deliver relevant marketing or advertisements, including through third-party platforms (if you consent).
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use, such as:
  • Google Analytics: To collect anonymized data about Website usage.
  • Payment Processors: To facilitate secure transactions (e.g., Stripe, PayPal).
  • Advertising Partners: To show relevant ads on platforms like social media or search engines (if applicable). These third parties may process data according to their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.
5. Your Choices Regarding Cookies
You can manage cookies through:
  • Our Cookie Consent Tool: When you first visit our Website, you can choose which non-essential cookies (e.g., analytics, marketing) to allow. You can update your preferences at any time via [insert link or instructions, e.g., a "Manage Cookies" footer link].
  • Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect the Website’s functionality.
  • Opting Out of Advertising: You can opt out of targeted ads via tools like the Network Advertising Initiative or Your Online Choices.
6. List of Cookies We Use
Below is a list of cookies commonly used on our Website (subject to change):
Cookie Name
Purpose
Type
Duration
Provider
_ga
Tracks Website usage for analytics
Analytics
2 years
Google Analytics
session_id
Maintains user session for shopping cart
Essential
Session
Bodyguard Covers Ltd.
[Add others]
[e.g., Marketing cookie for ads]
Marketing
[e.g., 30 days]
[e.g., Third-party ad network]
[Note: Update this table with specific cookies used by your Website, payment processors, or analytics tools. Your web developer or third-party services can provide this information.]
7. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
Under the UK GDPR and Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations, we use:
  • Consent: For non-essential cookies (e.g., analytics, marketing), we obtain your explicit consent via our cookie consent tool.
  • Legitimate Interests: For essential cookies necessary for the Website’s operation, where our interests do not override your rights.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review it periodically.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Bodyguard Covers Ltd.
Email: info@bodyguardcovers.co.uk
Address: 35 Broad Park Road
You may also lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at www.ico.org.uk or by calling 0303 123 1113.