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Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2026
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and understand how you use the site.
Cookies we use
Essential cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They include:
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 1 year |
Analytics cookies
When implemented, we will use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) and Vercel Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect anonymous data about page visits, time on site, and navigation paths.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics, distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics, maintains session state | 2 years |
Analytics cookies are only set when you consent to non-essential cookies.
Preference cookies
These cookies store your preferences such as cookie consent state. They do not track your activity across other websites.
Managing cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close the browser
Please note that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of this and other websites.
Third-party cookies
We do not allow third-party advertising cookies on this website. The only third-party cookies are those set by our analytics providers (Google Analytics and Vercel Analytics) with your consent.
More information
For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit aboutcookies.org or the ICO guide to cookies.
Contact
For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at hello@ashecroft.co.uk.
Related
See also our Privacy Policy for information about how we handle your personal data.