Cookie Policy
What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They play a crucial role in enhancing your browsing experience by remembering your preferences, login details, and providing relevant content and advertising. Cookies are essential for many features that make your internet surfing smoother and more personalized.
Types of Cookies Used
On the Gas Safety Certificate website (https://gas-safety-certificate.vibereports.co.uk), we utilize different types of cookies to improve your experience:
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Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the basic functionality of our website, enabling core features like secure log-in, page navigation, and access to secured areas. Without these cookies, certain parts of our site may not operate properly.
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Performance Cookies: We employ performance tracking cookies to understand how our website is performing and to optimize its speed and efficiency. These cookies collect anonymous data about your visits, including pages viewed, time spent on the site, and error messages encountered.
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Functionality Cookies: To enhance your user experience, we use functionality cookies that remember your preferences, language settings, and similar choices as you browse our site. This ensures a more tailored and convenient visit each time you return.
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Targeting/Advertising Cookies: We may use third-party targeting cookies to deliver personalized advertisements based on your browsing behavior. These cookies enable us to show relevant content and promotions that align with your interests.
Managing and Deleting Cookies
You have control over how cookies are used on our website. Here’s how you can manage them:
- Most web browsers allow you to restrict or block certain types of cookies, including third-party cookies. You can do this through browser settings, typically under privacy or security options.
- For detailed instructions on managing cookies in your specific browser, please refer to the browser’s help section or online resources.
- You can also delete cookies already stored on your device by clearing your browser cache and cookies.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website may include third-party services and widgets that set their own cookies. These parties may collect data for analytics, advertising, and other purposes as described in their respective privacy policies. We encourage you to review these policies to understand how your information is handled.
Consent and Control
We believe in transparent cookie usage and respect your right to choose. Your consent is required before we place certain types of cookies on your device. A banner will appear upon your first visit, explaining this policy and seeking your approval. You can change your cookie settings at any time by using the preferences or settings option available in your browser or through our website’s settings page.
Updates and Contact
This Cookie Policy was last updated on January 1, 2024, to reflect ongoing changes in our practices and data protection regulations. We regularly review and update our policies to ensure we remain compliant with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), ePrivacy Directive, California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and UK GDPR.
For any questions or concerns regarding cookies or this policy, please contact us at: [email protected]