Cookie Policy
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Bonham & Brook ("we", "us" or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, https://bonhamandbrook.co.uk (the "Website"). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.
This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we use personal information more generally.
By continuing to browse or use our Website after being presented with our cookie banner, you agree that we can store and access cookies as described in this policy, subject to the choices you make through our cookie settings.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Bonham & Brook) are called "first-party cookies". Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies". Third-party cookies enable features or functionality provided by external services (such as analytics, embedded content and social media features) to be delivered on or through the website.
Cookies may be either "session" cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or "persistent" cookies, which remain on your device for a set period of time or until you delete them.
3. Why Do We Use Cookies?
We use first-party and third-party cookies for several reasons. Some cookies are required for technical reasons in order for our Website to operate, and we refer to these as "strictly necessary" cookies. Other cookies enable us to understand how visitors use our Website, improve its performance, and enhance your browsing experience. Third parties may also serve cookies through our Website for analytics and related purposes.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, filling in forms, or navigating the Website. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary | Records your consent for cookies in the "Necessary" category. | 12 months |
| cookielawinfo-checkbox-non-necessary | Records your consent for cookies in the "Non-necessary" category. | 12 months |
| viewed_cookie_policy | Records whether you have consented to the use of cookies; does not store any personal data. | 12 months |
4.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our Website. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular and how visitors move around the site. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous.
We use Google Analytics to help us analyse how visitors use our Website.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated identifier. | 2 years |
| _ga* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state and collects data on visitor behaviour. | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users and tracks page views within a session. | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Used to throttle the request rate. | 1 minute |
For more information on how Google uses data collected through our Website, please visit: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites
4.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable the Website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these features may not function properly.
4.4 Third-Party Cookies
Some pages on our Website include content or features provided by third parties, which may set their own cookies. These include:
| Third Party | Purpose | Further Information |
|---|---|---|
| Trustpilot | Displays customer reviews and ratings on our Website. | https://legal.trustpilot.com/for-everyone/privacy-policy |
| Enables social media sharing and may track engagement with our LinkedIn content. | https://www.linkedin.com/legal/cookie-policy | |
| Analytics and site performance services. | https://policies.google.com/privacy |
We do not control these third-party cookies, and you should refer to the relevant third party's own cookie and privacy policies for further information.
5. How Can You Control Cookies?
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies (other than strictly necessary cookies).
5.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Website, you will be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to accept or manage your cookie preferences. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link available on our Website.
5.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete cookies, or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that if you disable or refuse cookies, some parts of our Website may become inaccessible or not function properly.
Guidance on managing cookies in the most common browsers can be found here:
- Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enhanced-tracking-protection-firefox-desktop
- Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-in-microsoft-edge-63947406-40ac-c3b8-57b9-2a946a29ae09
- Safari: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac
5.3 Opting Out of Google Analytics
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
6. Legal Basis
We use strictly necessary cookies on the basis of our legitimate interests in operating a functional and secure website. All other cookies are used only with your consent, in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR).
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes to the cookies we use or for other operational, legal or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this page regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies. The date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last updated.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Bonham & Brook Telephone: +44 (0)20 3523 9125