Cookie Policy
Policy statement
This Cookie Policy explains how Chill Web Designs uses cookies and similar technologies to recognise you when you visit our website (www.chillwebdesigns.co.uk). It also explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control their use.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by websites you visit. They help websites function properly and improve the user experience by remembering preferences and tracking usage.
Cookies can be:
Session cookies:
- Expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted.
How we use cookies?
We use cookies to:
- Ensure the website operates securely and efficiently
- Understand how visitors use our website
- Improve your user experience
- Personalise content and ads
Cookies used on our site fall into the following categories:
| Cookie | Created by | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| cwd-cc-dismiss | Cookie Consent | To hide the cookie notice after it has been closed. |
| wordpress_[hash] | WordPress | This cookie is used to store your authentication details upon login and is limited to the admin area. |
| wordpress_logged_in_[hash] | WordPress | This cookie enables the interface to recognise you as a logged-in user and determine which account and preferences to use for various features. |
| wp-settings-{time}-[UID] | WordPress | This cookie facilitates customizing your view of the admin interface and the main site interface. The number UID is the individual user ID from the user database table. |
| failed_attempts | Security Plugin | This cookie records the number of failed login attempts. |
Third-party cookies
Third-party services like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and LinkedIn may set their own cookies on our site for content sharing, social plugins, or analytics. These are governed by their respective cookie and privacy policies.
Cookie Categories
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: Enable basic website functionality (e.g., page navigation, security). These cannot be disabled.
- Functional Cookies: Remember your preferences (e.g., login state, chat support).
- Performance/Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how users interact with our site.
- Advertising Cookies: Track browsing habits to deliver relevant ads. We do not collect personally identifiable information for advertising.
Consent and control
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customise your cookie preferences
You may change or withdraw your consent at any time by revisiting the cookie settings link on our website.
Managing Cookies in your browser
You can configure your browser to:
- Delete existing cookies
- Block future cookies
- Alert you when cookies are being set
For help managing cookies:
- All About Cookies
- Your Online Choices
- Google Ads opt-out: https://www.google.com/privacy/ads
Data Transfers and Security
Some cookie data may be stored on servers outside the UK/EEA. Where applicable, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place (e.g., Standard Contractual Clauses or Privacy Shield certification).
We anonymise your IP address when using Google Analytics to protect your privacy.
Do our cookies contain personal data?
No. Our cookies do not contain personal data. Any data collected via cookies is anonymised or pseudonymised
Do we sell cookie information?
No. We do not sell, rent or trade cookie-derived data.
Will the site work if cookies are disabled?
You can still browse our website, but some features (e.g., live chat, login persistence, and analytics) may not function properly.
Contact
For questions or concerns regarding this Cookie Policy, please contact:
Christopher Hill, Data Protection Officer
Email: info@chillwebdesigns.co.uk
Review of this policy
Last reviewed: 06/07/2025
Next scheduled review: July 2026
Reviewed by: Christopher Hill
