Cookie Policy
Last updated: 12 April 2025
1. Introduction
The Great Britain Insulations Scheme ("GBIS", "we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, your choices regarding cookies, and further information about cookies.
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not accept the use of cookies, please disable them as described in this policy or refrain from using our website.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners.
Cookies help website owners understand how users interact with their website, remember user preferences, and improve the user experience. They can also help deliver targeted advertisements and marketing campaigns.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our website:
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
3.2 Preference Cookies
These cookies enable our website to remember information that changes the way the website behaves or looks, such as your preferred language or the region you are in. They help make your experience more personalized.
3.3 Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how you use our website, such as which pages you visit most often and if you receive error messages. They help us understand and improve how our website works and identify areas that may need maintenance.
3.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your online activity to help advertisers deliver more relevant advertising or to limit how many times you see an ad. They can share this information with other organizations or advertisers.
4. Specific Cookies We Use
Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
---|---|---|---|
gbis_session | Essential | Maintains your session state | Session |
gbis_consent | Essential | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
_ga | Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users | 2 years |
_gid | Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users | 24 hours |
_fbp | Marketing | Used by Facebook to deliver advertisements | 3 months |
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third parties on our website. These third parties may include analytics providers (such as Google), advertising networks, and social media platforms. These third parties may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your use of our website and other websites.
We do not control these third parties or their use of cookies. We recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties for more information about their practices.
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:
6.1 Cookie Consent Tool
We provide a cookie consent tool on our website that allows you to select which types of cookies you accept. You can access this tool by clicking on "Cookie Settings" in the footer of our website or by clicking on the cookie icon that appears in the corner of the page.
6.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies. Generally, you can also manage similar technologies in the same way that you manage cookies – using your browser's preferences.
Please note that if you choose to block cookies, you may not be able to use the full functionality of our website.
6.3 Third-Party Tools
You can opt out of Google Analytics by using the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on, available at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
For more information about how to opt out of targeted advertising, you can visit:
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA): https://www.youronlinechoices.eu/
- Internet Advertising Bureau (IAB): https://www.youradchoices.com/
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update our Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. You are advised to review this Cookie Policy periodically for any changes.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Great Britain Insulations Scheme
Manchester, OL9 9SB
United Kingdom
Email: info@freeloftinsulations.co.uk
Phone: +44 7375 868046