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Cookie Policy

This website uses cookies to store information on your computer. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy.

What is a Cookie?

A cookie, also known as an HTTP cookie, web cookie, or browser cookie, is usually a small piece of data sent from a website and stored in a user's web browser while browsing a website. When the user browses the same website in the future, the data stored in the cookie can be retrieved by the website to notify the website of the user's previous activity.

Cookies were designed to be a reliable mechanism for websites to remember the state of the website or activity the user had taken in the past. This can include clicking particular buttons, logging in, or a record of which pages were visited by the user even months or years ago.

Why Do We Use Cookies?

Cookies help us provide you with the best experience from our website. Our client areas are password protected, and cookies make using the portal much easier by saving you from having to keep logging back in. We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
  • Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
  • Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
  • Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements

Types of Cookies We Use

Session Cookies

These are temporary cookies that remain in your browser until you leave our website. They allow our website to link your actions during a browser session.

Persistent Cookies

These remain in your browser for a set period of time specified in the cookie. They are activated each time you visit our website.

First-Party Cookies

These are set by our website directly and can only be read by our site.

Third-Party Cookies

These are set by organisations other than us. We may use external services like Google Analytics which set their own cookies.

Specific Cookies We Use

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
Session IDMaintains user sessionSession
Remember MeKeeps you logged in2 weeks
Cookie ConsentRecords cookie preferences1 year
AnalyticsWebsite usage statistics2 years

Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through your browser settings. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been stored and how to manage and delete them, visit:

Browser-Specific Instructions

You can manage cookies in your browser settings. Here are links to instructions for popular browsers:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions

Please note: If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly, and you may not be able to access certain areas or receive personalised information.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this Cookie Policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Smashing Windows Ltd

Phone: 01296 630650

Email: [email protected]

Address: Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire

Last updated: 9/15/2025