HOW WE USE COOKIES
This site uses cookies to function correctly. A cookie is a small file placed on your computer to allow this web application to respond to you as an individual and remember your preferences as you progress from page to page. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. This will prevent you from taking full advantage of the website.
The table below will explain the cookies that are set and why they need to be set.
Strictly necessary cookies
Strictly Necessary
These cookies are essential to the functioning of this website and cannot be switched off. They do not store any personally identifiable information.
| Cookie name |
Purpose |
Duration |
| PHPSESSID |
A session identifier that allows the server to recognise you from page to page and when completing forms or using features of the site. No personal information is stored in it. |
Session (deleted when browser closes) |
| CCA |
Remembers your cookie consent preference so you are not asked again on your next visit. |
1 year |
Analytics cookies (Google Analytics)
Analytics / Performance
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC, to help us understand how visitors find and use our website. This allows us to improve the site and the services we offer.
Google Analytics collects information such as: which pages you visit, how long you spend on the site, what device and browser you are using, and your approximate location (country or region level). It does not collect your name, email address, or any information that directly identifies you.
| Cookie name |
Purpose |
Duration |
| _ga |
Set by Google Analytics. Assigns a randomly generated identifier to distinguish unique users and track returning visits. Used to generate statistical reports on website usage. |
2 years |
| _ga_XXXXXXXX |
Set by Google Analytics (GA4). Used to persist and maintain session state across pages. |
2 years |
| _gid |
Set by Google Analytics. Used to distinguish users and store information about how the site is used. Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited. |
24 hours |
ⓘ Your consent is required for analytics cookies.
Google Analytics cookies will only be set if you click “Accept Analytics Cookies” on our cookie banner. You can withdraw your consent at any time by clicking “Manage cookie preferences” in the footer of any page.
Google Analytics and international data transfers
Google Analytics is operated by Google LLC, headquartered in the United States. If you consent to analytics cookies, your data may be transferred to and processed on Google’s servers, which may be located outside the UK. This transfer is carried out under appropriate safeguards, including Standard Contractual Clauses. For more information, see Google’s Privacy Policy.
How to manage or opt out of cookies
You have several options for managing cookies:
- Cookie banner — when you first visit our site, you will be shown a cookie banner where you can choose to accept or decline analytics cookies. You can change your choice at any time.
- Browser settings — most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings. Visit your browser’s help pages for instructions. Note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may affect site functionality.
- Google Analytics opt-out add-on — you can prevent your data from being collected by Google Analytics across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
More information
For more information about how we collect and use your personal data, including your rights under UK GDPR, please read our full Privacy Policy.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at info@alloywheelclinic.co.uk or call us on 01209 822564.
