Introduction

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).

What Are 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.

 

Types of Cookies We Use

  1. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are required for the website to function properly. You cannot disable them.

✔ Examples:

User authentication

Security & fraud prevention

Cookie consent preferences

  1. Analytics & Performance Cookies

 

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.

 

  1. Functional Cookies

These cookies allow us to remember your preferences and enhance website functionality.

✔ Examples:

Language selection

Remembering login details

Live chat services

 

  1. Advertising & Targeting Cookies

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:

  1. Cookie Consent Banner

Upon visiting our site, you will see a cookie consent banner where you can:

✔ Accept all cookies

✔ Reject non-essential cookies

✔ Customize cookie preferences

 

  1. Browser Settings

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

 

  1. Opt-Out Tools

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.

 

Updates to This Policy

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.