Effective Date: 1 January 2025

thepeopleprotectors Ltd. (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website to ensure it functions correctly, to improve performance, and to provide a personalised experience. This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, the types we use, the lawful basis for their use, and how you can control them.

This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They enable the website to recognise your device and store certain information about your preferences or actions.

Similar technologies include:

• Pixels

• Web beacons

• Local storage

• Tracking scripts

Under UK GDPR and PECR, we must obtain your consent before placing any non-essential cookies on your device.

2. Categories of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies in accordance with UK GDPR and PECR:

a. Strictly Necessary Cookies (No Consent Required)

These cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable basic features such as page navigation, security, accessibility, and session management.

Without these cookies, the website may not operate correctly.

Examples include:

• Session cookies

• Login/authentication cookies

• Security and fraud-prevention cookies

b. Performance / Analytics Cookies (Consent Required)

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website, including:

• Page visits

• Time spent on pages

• Load speeds

• Error diagnostics

We only use analytics cookies after you have given consent via the cookie banner.

Examples:

• Google Analytics cookies

• Performance tracking tools

All analytics data is anonymised where possible, and we do not use it to identify individual users.

c. Functional Cookies (Consent Required)

These cookies allow the website to remember your preferences and improve your experience, such as:

• Language settings

• Region or location preferences

• Interface customisation

If disabled, some customised features may not work as intended.

d. Marketing / Advertising Cookies (Consent Required)

These cookies track your browsing activity to display relevant advertisements and limit how often you see them. They may also be used to measure campaign effectiveness.

They may include:

• Third-party advertising cookies

• Social media tracking cookies

• Behavioural marketing tools

We will only use marketing cookies if you explicitly consent.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by third-party providers offering services on our site. These third parties may collect data in accordance with their own privacy and cookie policies.

Examples include:

Google Analytics

Used to analyse website traffic and user behaviour.

Google Ads / Advertising Partners

Used for targeted advertising and performance measurement.

Social Media Platforms

(e.g., LinkedIn, X/Twitter, Facebook)

Used for sharing buttons, embedded content, and engagement tracking.

We do not control these third-party cookies directly. You should review their individual cookie policies for more information.

4. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

Website Operation & Security

To ensure the website works correctly, securely, and efficiently.

Analytics & Performance Measurement

To understand how visitors interact with the site and where improvements can be made.

Functionality Enhancement

To remember user preferences and improve your browsing experience.

Personalisation & Advertising

To deliver content and adverts relevant to your interests, subject to consent.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have full control over your cookie settings.

a. Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, a cookie banner will appear allowing you to:

• Accept all cookies

• Reject all non-essential cookies

• Customise your cookie settings

• Change your preferences at any time

Your choices are stored for 12 months, after which you will be prompted to update them.

b. Browser Settings

You can block or delete cookies directly through your browser. Doing so may affect website performance or functionality.

Useful links for managing cookies:

• Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647

• Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/cookies

• Safari: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-and-website-data

• Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/

c. Opt-Out of Google Analytics

You may install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On:

https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

6. Lawful Basis for Using Cookies

Under UK GDPR and PECR:

• Strictly necessary cookies are processed under legitimate interest and do not require consent.

• All other cookies (analytics, functional, advertising) require active consent.

• Consent must be freely given, informed, specific, and unambiguous.

• You may withdraw consent at any time.

We do not set non-essential cookies until you have actively opted in.

7. Updates to This Cookies Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices.

Updated versions will be marked with a new “Effective Date” and posted on this page.

8. Contact Us

For any questions or concerns about this Cookies Policy or your data rights, please contact:

thepeopleprotectors Ltd

Address: Telford House, Telford Street, Herne Bay, CT6 5LX

Email: info@thepeopleprotectors.com

Phone: 01227 678 076