Welcome to Your Data Shield (“Company”, “we”, “our”, “us”). This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website [yourdatashield.co.uk] (“Website”).
By continuing to browse our website, you agree to the use of cookies as outlined in this policy. You may manage your preferences at any time (see Section 5 – Managing Cookies).
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They help us enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and provide personalized services.
Cookies can be:
First-party cookies – Set by Your Data Shield.
Third-party cookies – Set by external services (e.g., Google Analytics).
Session cookies – Temporary; deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent cookies – Remain on your device for a set period.
These cookies are required for the website to function properly. You cannot disable them.
✔ Examples:
User authentication
Security & fraud prevention
Cookie consent preferences
These cookies help us track website performance and visitor behavior using tools like Google Analytics.
✔ Examples:
Google Analytics (tracks user sessions, page visits, and interactions)
Hotjar (heatmaps and session recordings)
🛑 We do NOT collect personally identifiable information (PII) using these cookies.
These cookies allow us to remember your preferences and enhance website functionality.
✔ Examples:
Language selection
Remembering login details
Live chat services
These cookies help us deliver relevant ads and retarget visitors across different platforms.
✔ Examples:
Google Ads (remarketing & conversion tracking)
Facebook Pixel (advertising optimization
🛑 We require your consent before using these cookies.
Third-Party Cookies & Services
We may use third-party services that set cookies on your device. These providers have their own privacy and cookie policies:
Google Analytics (Privacy Policy)
Facebook Pixel (Privacy Policy)
LinkedIn Ads (Privacy Policy)
You may opt out of these cookies using third-party settings or via our consent management tool.
Managing & Disabling Cookies
You have full control over cookies. Here’s how you can manage them:
Upon visiting our site, you will see a cookie consent banner where you can:
✔ Accept all cookies
✔ Reject non-essential cookies
✔ Customize cookie preferences
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser:
Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
Mozilla Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies & Website Data
Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy, Search, & Services
You can also disable tracking cookies via:
Google Ads Preferences: https://adssettings.google.com
Your Online Choices (EU): https://www.youronlinechoices.eu
🛑 Note: Disabling cookies may affect website functionality.
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or business operations. Changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
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