This policy explains how The Mapping Company (UK) Limited uses cookies on our website.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly and provide information to website owners.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Understand how visitors use our website
- Improve our website based on this information
- Remember your cookie preferences
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website. We use Google Analytics to collect anonymised information about page visits, time on site, and how visitors arrived at our website.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes users (Google Analytics) | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state (Google Analytics) | 2 years |
Analytics cookies are only set if you accept them via our cookie banner.
Google Analytics data processing:
- IP addresses are anonymised
- Data is processed by Google LLC
- We do not use data for advertising purposes
- Data retention: 26 months
For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.
Managing Cookies
On our website
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner asking for your consent. You can:
- Accept all cookies: Analytics cookies will be enabled
- Reject non-essential: Only essential cookies will be used
- Change your preference: Click “Cookie Settings” in the footer at any time
In your browser
You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
Note: Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
Third-Party Cookies
We do not use advertising cookies or share data with advertisers.
Google Analytics is our only third-party cookie provider. Their cookies are categorised above.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy if we change how we use cookies. Check this page periodically for updates.
Contact Us
For questions about our cookie use:
Email: info@mapping-company.co.uk
Phone: 01823 421354
For broader privacy questions, see our Privacy Policy.