Cookie Policy 

 

Version: [May 2023]

 

  1. Introduction 

 

This cookie policy (“Policy”) is published by [ETEX building performance].  This Policy provides you with information about cookies, about the cookies that are being used when you visit our website and how you consent and/or manage your preferences.  This Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy which gives you information regarding how and why we use your personal information when you are using this website in addition of providing you information about your rights. 

 

  1. Who is the data controller? 

 

A data controller is the organization who solely or jointly determines the purposes for which, and the way in which, any personal data is, or is likely to be, processed.  For the purpose of this Policy, [ETEX building performance] is the data controller.  

This website may contain links to other websites, plug-ins or applications which are outside of our control and not covered by this policy.  You should consult the privacy policy of that website or platform.  When clicking on these links, you may allow third parties to collect or share personal data you.  If you have given your consent to use Functional Cookies, Analytical Cookies and/or Advertising Cookies, it is possible for third parties to track your browsing activities when you leave this website.  You can manage your preferences and choose to opt out at any time by using the cookie management tool available at the bottom of all pages of this website.  

 

  1. What are cookies? 

 

Cookies are small files saved to the user's computer or mobile device that track, save, and store information about the user's interactions and usage of the website.  Cookies can help enhance and tailor the user’s experience using this website.  Should you wish to know more about cookies, you can find more information via the following links: www.allaboutcookies.org or www.youronlinechoices.com.  

 

  1. What types of cookies do we use? 

 

We use different types of cookies which can be distinguished based on their origin (4.1), lifespan (4.2) and function (4.3). 

  1. First-party cookies or third-party cookies 

We use both first party and third-party cookies.  First-party cookies are cookies that are placed by the website you are visiting, while third-party cookies are placed by a website other than the one you are visiting.  Please note that we do not control the collection or further use of data by third parties. 

  1. Session cookies or permanent cookies 

Session cookies are temporary cookies that are erased once you close your browser while persistent or permanent cookies stay on your device until you manually delete them, or until your browser deletes them based on the duration period specified in the persistent cookie file.  Both types are used on this website.  More information is provided in the tables in Section 5 below.   

  1. What are the functions of the cookies we use?  

We use cookies serving different functions that are classified as follows:  

  • Strictly necessary cookies are necessary to allow the technical operation of a website (e.g., they enable you to move around on a website and to use its features).  These cookies are always active and do not require your consent because this Website could not properly run in their absence.   

  • Functional cookies increase the usability of a website by remembering your choices (e.g., language, region, login, and so on).  Functional cookies are only used if you consent to it through the Cookie Consent Tool. 

  • Analytic cookies collect data on the performance of a website such as the number of visitors, the time spent on the website what parts of the Website people look at and error messages.  These cookies help us to monitor how effective our website is and to improve it, tailoring it to our visitors.  Performance cookies are only used if you consent to it through the Cookie Consent Tool. 

  • Advertising cookies enable a website to send you personalized advertising.  These cookies collect information about your browsing habits to make advertising more relevant to you and your interests.  Advertising cookies are only used if you consent to it through the Cookie Consent Tool. 

  • Unclassified cookies are cookies still in the process of being classified.  

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  2. How to consent and/or to manage your preferences?  

 

Strictly necessary cookies will always be active on your device and cannot be unselected.  However, you are being asked to provide your consent to use the other cookies listed in section 4.3.  You can freely manage your preferences, including to withdraw your consent and can do so via the widget at the bottom left corner of the webpage.  You may need to refresh the page before the changes to the settings take effect. 

  1. How to block all cookies through your browser? 

 

If you wish to block all cookies, you may be able to do so directly through your browser.  How to do it will depend on your browser.  You should find the necessary information to do so through the “help” function of your browser.  Disabling cookies may impact your experience on our websites.  If you use different devices to access our websites, you will need to ensure that each browser of each device is set to your cookie preference. 

You can also find more information on how to manage cookies on: 
http://www.allaboutcookies.org/manage-cookies/. 

 

  1. Contact For Support 

 

If you have any questions about this Policy or the information we hold about you, please contact [marketing@etexgroup.co.uk]