Cookie policy
USE OF COOKIES
Our website uses cookies to distinguish you from other users of our site. This helps us provide a better experience when you browse and allows us to improve site performance and functionality.
WHAT ARE COOKIES?
Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device when you visit. They help the site remember your preferences (e.g. login, language, font size) so you don’t need to re-enter them each time you return.
HOW WE USE COOKIES
We use cookies to:
Protect your privacy – to ensure only authenticated devices can access your data, using a secure token. This is required to use our services. Without these cookies, we cannot identify you or protect your data.
Enhance site performance – to help the website run smoothly. These do not contain personal data but are required for full site functionality.
CONTROLLING COOKIES
You can delete or block cookies via your browser settings. For guidance, visit aboutcookies.org. Please note that blocking cookies may limit functionality or require you to reset preferences each time you visit.
AUTOMATIC LOGGING OF SESSION DATA
We automatically log data such as your IP address, device type, browser, and usage behaviour while on our site. This helps us:
Understand user journeys and popular content
Monitor site performance and detect issues
Estimate visitor numbers and locations
Prevent fraud and unauthorised access
THIRD-PARTY COOKIES
In addition to our own cookies, we use third-party cookies for anonymous usage tracking and functionality enhancements. These include but are not limited to:
GOOGLE ANALYTICS
Used to understand how visitors interact with our site. It tracks returning users, visited pages, time spent, IP address, and referral source.
More info: Google Privacy & Terms
GOOGLE MAPS & YOUTUBE
YouTube sets cookies to collect usage statistics, prevent fraud, and improve experience. These apply to both youtube.com and any embedded videos.
More info: Google Privacy & Terms
VISITOR CHAT SERVICE
We use a third-party provider for our live chat service. Their cookies support session management, chat personalisation, and user preferences.
You may disable persistent cookies, but disabling session cookies will prevent chat functionality.
More info: Visitor Chat Cookie Policy
FACEBOOK PIXEL
Facebook cookies track usage across websites using Facebook Products. They help Facebook offer tailored features and understand user behaviour.
We do not control these cookies.
More info: Facebook Cookie Policy
CODEWEAVERS
We use Codeweavers for finance applications. Their cookies support tracking, preference storage, and user experience optimisation.
More info: Codeweavers Cookie Policy
EXAMPLE COOKIES USED ON OUR SITE
Cookie Name | Expiration Time | Cookie Type | Purpose / How We Use It |
|---|---|---|---|
website_telephone | 30 days | Session | Stores telephone number |
website_locations | 1 day | Session | Stores number of locations |
content_source | null | Persistent | Content cache reference |
vehicles_in_stock | 1 day | Session | Stores vehicle stock count |
cars_in_stock | 1 day | Session | Stores car stock count |
commercials_in_stock | 1 day | Session | Stores commercial vehicle stock |
vehicle_makes | 1 day | Session | Stores unique vehicle makes |
content_refresh_time | null | Persistent | Tracks content refresh timing |
selected favourites | null | null | Identifies unique favourites ID |