Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 2024
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.
2. How We Use Cookies
Speed Ascend Tools uses cookies for various purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
- Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services.
Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
---|---|---|
session_id | Maintains user session | Session |
cookie_consent | Stores cookie preferences | 1 year |
security_token | CSRF protection | Session |
Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site.
Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
---|---|---|
_ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
_gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
_gat | Google Analytics - throttle request rate | 1 minute |
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization.
Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
---|---|---|
user_preferences | Stores user preferences | 1 year |
language | Remembers language preference | 1 year |
Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests.
Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
---|---|---|
_fbp | Facebook Pixel tracking | 3 months |
marketing_id | Marketing campaign tracking | 6 months |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We may also use third-party services that set their own cookies:
- Google Analytics: Web analytics service
- Facebook Pixel: Advertising and analytics
- Payment Processors: Secure payment processing
These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Opt-Out Links
6. Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:
- User preferences may not be saved
- Shopping cart functionality may be limited
- Login status may not be maintained
- Personalized content may not be available
7. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent. You have the following options:
- Accept All: Consent to all cookie categories
- Necessary Only: Only essential cookies will be used
- Customize: Choose which categories of cookies to accept
You can change your preferences at any time using the cookie preference center.
8. Data Protection
Information collected through cookies is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws, including UK GDPR.
9. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Speed Ascend Tools
142 High Street
Birmingham, West Midlands B15 2UE
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 121 456 7890