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Cookie Policy

Last updated: 19th June 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how EnergySmart EnerGlow Ltd ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website energysmart-energlow.com ("the Website"). This policy explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.

By continuing to use our Website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should set your browser settings accordingly or stop using our Website.

2. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work more efficiently and to provide reporting information.

Cookies set by the website owner are called "first-party cookies". Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies". Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website (e.g., advertising, interactive content, and analytics).

3. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several reasons:

  • Essential Website Functionality: Some cookies are essential for the operation of our Website
  • Performance and Analytics: To understand how visitors interact with our Website
  • Personalisation: To remember your preferences and provide a personalised experience
  • Marketing and Advertising: To show you relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
PHPSESSID Maintains user session and shopping cart contents Session
cookie_consent Stores your cookie preferences 1 year
csrf_token Security cookie to prevent cross-site request forgery Session

4.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the Website's performance.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Provider
_ga Used to distinguish users for Google Analytics 2 years Google Analytics
_ga_[ID] Used to persist session state for Google Analytics 2 years Google Analytics
_gid Used to distinguish users for Google Analytics 24 hours Google Analytics
_gat Used to throttle request rate for Google Analytics 1 minute Google Analytics

4.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the Website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
user_preferences Stores user preferences for site customisation 1 year
recently_viewed Remembers recently viewed products 30 days
newsletter_popup Controls display of newsletter signup popup 30 days

4.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites. The intention is to display ads that are relevant and engaging for the individual user.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Provider
_fbp Used by Facebook for advertising and analytics 3 months Facebook
ads/ga-audiences Used by Google AdWords to re-engage visitors Session Google

5. Third-Party Cookies

Our Website may contain content from third parties, which may set their own cookies. We do not control these third-party cookies and recommend that you check the relevant third party's website for more information about their cookie policies.

5.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyse the use of our Website. Google Analytics gathers information about Website use by means of cookies. The information gathered relating to our Website is used to create reports about the use of our Website.

Google's privacy policy is available at: https://policies.google.com/privacy

5.2 Social Media Plugins

Our Website includes social media features, such as Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram buttons. These features may collect your IP address and information about which page you are visiting on our Website, and may set a cookie to enable the feature to function properly.

6. How to Control Cookies

6.1 Cookie Settings on Our Website

When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to choose your cookie preferences. You can:

  • Accept All: Allow all cookies to be set
  • Necessary Only: Only allow essential cookies
  • Custom Settings: Choose which categories of cookies to allow

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer or by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our site.

6.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. However, if you limit the ability of websites to set cookies, you may worsen your overall user experience.

Browser-Specific Instructions:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings > Site permissions > Cookies and site data

6.3 Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of certain third-party cookies using the following tools:

  • Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
  • Facebook: Facebook Ad Preferences
  • Your Online Choices: www.youronlinechoices.com

7. Other Tracking Technologies

7.1 Web Beacons

We may use web beacons (also known as pixel tags or clear GIFs) in conjunction with cookies to track user activity on our Website and in our email communications.

7.2 Local Storage

We may use local storage technologies, such as HTML5 local storage, to store information on your device. Local storage is similar to cookies but can store larger amounts of data.

7.3 Session Replay Tools

We may use session replay tools to record user interactions on our Website for analysis and improvement purposes. These tools may capture mouse movements, clicks, and scrolling behaviour.

8. Mobile Devices

When you use our Website on a mobile device, we may collect device-specific information such as your device model, operating system, unique device identifiers, and mobile network information.

You can control cookie settings on mobile devices through your browser settings, similar to desktop browsers.

9. Cookie Consent and Withdrawal

9.1 Consent

By continuing to use our Website after being informed about our use of cookies, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.

9.2 Withdrawal of Consent

You can withdraw your consent to our use of cookies at any time by:

  • Adjusting your cookie preferences using our cookie settings tool
  • Changing your browser settings to block cookies
  • Deleting existing cookies from your browser
  • Contacting us directly

10. Data Protection and Privacy

Information collected through cookies may constitute personal data under UK GDPR. We process this data in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

We implement appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect cookie data against unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

11. International Transfers

Some of our third-party cookie providers may transfer your data to countries outside the UK. We ensure that adequate safeguards are in place for such transfers, including:

  • Adequacy decisions by the UK government
  • Standard contractual clauses
  • Binding corporate rules
  • Certification schemes

12. Retention Period

Cookies are retained for different periods depending on their purpose:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain for a set period (see cookie tables above) or until deleted
  • Analytics Cookies: Typically retained for 24-26 months
  • Marketing Cookies: Usually retained for 30 days to 2 years

13. Children's Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 16 through cookies or other means.

14. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by:

  • Posting the updated policy on our Website
  • Updating the "Last updated" date at the top of the policy
  • Displaying a prominent notice on our Website

15. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

EnergySmart EnerGlow Ltd
Data Protection Officer
42 Innovation Drive
Cambridge
CB4 0WS
United Kingdom

Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 1223 456789
Website: energysmart-energlow.com

16. Useful Links

For more information about cookies and how to manage them:

  • ICO Guide to Cookies
  • All About Cookies
  • Your Online Choices
  • Cookiepedia

This Cookie Policy was last reviewed and updated on 19th June 2025. We recommend checking this page periodically for any updates or changes.

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