Cookie Policy
1. What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. We also use similar technologies such as localStorage to remember your cookie consent choices. Jointstdrain uses cookies and similar technologies in accordance with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and the UK GDPR.
2. Data Controller
Jointstdrain, Snapper, Barnstaple EX32 7JY, United Kingdom. Contact: callback@jointstdrain.world, +44 1271 343803.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies and Storage
These are essential for the website to function and to record your cookie consent choices. They do not require consent under PECR. They include cookie consent preferences stored in localStorage and cannot be disabled without affecting site functionality.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting usage data such as pages visited and time on site. They are only activated with your consent.
Marketing Cookies
These cookies may be used to measure advertising effectiveness, including campaigns run through Google Ads, and to deliver relevant content. They are only activated with your consent.
4. Cookie and Storage Inventory
The table below lists the main cookies and similar technologies that may be used on this website:
| Name / Key | Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent (localStorage) | Strictly necessary | Stores your cookie consent choices for analytics and marketing categories | Until you clear browser data or change preferences |
| _ga, _ga_* (if enabled) | Analytics | Google Analytics — distinguishes users and sessions | Up to 24 months |
| _gid (if enabled) | Analytics | Google Analytics — distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gcl_* (if enabled) | Marketing | Google Ads — conversion and campaign measurement | Up to 90 days |
Third-party content providers such as Google Fonts and Font Awesome CDN may process technical connection data when resources load. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies for further information.
5. Lawful Basis and Consent
Strictly necessary cookies are used on the basis of our legitimate interests in operating a functional website and complying with PECR consent requirements. Analytics and marketing cookies are used only where you have given consent through our cookie banner. You may withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing before withdrawal.
6. Managing Your Preferences
When you first visit our website, a cookie banner allows you to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or configure your preferences. You can change your settings at any time by clearing your browser localStorage and revisiting the site, or by contacting us directly.
Your consent choices are stored locally on your device under the key cookie_consent and include your preferences for analytics and marketing categories.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Blocking all cookies may affect website functionality.
7. Third-Party Cookies
Where you consent to analytics or marketing cookies, third-party providers such as Google may set cookies on your device. These providers act as separate controllers or processors depending on the service. Further information is available in Google's privacy policy at policies.google.com/privacy.
8. Retention Period
Cookie consent preferences are stored until you clear your browser data. Analytics cookies, when enabled, typically expire after up to 26 months. Marketing cookies, when enabled, typically expire within 90 days. Session cookies expire when you close your browser.
9. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR, you have the right to withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time and to exercise other data protection rights described in our Privacy Policy. You may also complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk if you believe your data has been handled unlawfully.
10. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or the cookies we use. The last updated date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.