Cookie Policy
Last updated: 6 May 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Thirty1A (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, https://thirty1a.co.uk (“the website”). It describes what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about the data we collect.
This policy applies to citizens and legal permanent residents of the United Kingdom and complies with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
What are cookies?
A cookie is a small text file stored on your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies help websites remember your actions and preferences (e.g., language or login details) over time, improving your browsing experience. Cookies cannot harm your device.
There are two main types of cookies:
- First-party cookies: Set by the website you are visiting (in this case, Thirty1A).
- Third-party cookies: Set by external services used by the website (e.g., Google Analytics).
Cookies may also be:
- Session cookies: Temporary and deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: Stored on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
For more information about cookies, visit www.aboutcookies.org.
Cookies we use
We use cookies solely for analytical purposes through Google Analytics and Google Search Console. These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website, allowing us to improve its performance and content. We do not use cookies to collect personal information such as your name, address, or payment details, nor do we use them for advertising or tracking across other websites.
Below is a list of the cookies we use:
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include cookies required for Google Search Console to verify website ownership and monitor performance.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Provider | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _gscu_<ID> | Verifies website ownership and collects performance data for Google Search Console. | Google Search Console | First-party, Session | Session |
These cookies do not require your consent under PECR, as they are necessary for the website’s basic operation.
2. Analytical/Performance Cookies
These cookies, set by Google Analytics, collect anonymised data about how you use our website, such as which pages you visit, how long you stay, and where you are located. This helps us optimise the website and improve user experience. These cookies do not identify you personally.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Provider | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Tracks user interactions to generate analytics data (e.g., unique visitor counts). | Google Analytics | Third-party, Persistent | 2 years |
| _ga_<ID> | Associates user interactions with a specific Google Analytics property. | Google Analytics | Third-party, Persistent | 2 years |
| _gid | Tracks user interactions for short-term analytics (e.g., daily visitor counts). | Google Analytics | Third-party, Persistent | 24 hours |
We only use these cookies with your consent, which you can provide or withdraw via our cookie banner.
How we use cookie data
The data collected by Google Analytics and Google Search Console is used to:
- Analyse website traffic and user behaviour (e.g., page views, session duration).
- Identify popular content and areas for improvement.
- Monitor website performance and technical issues.
- Generate aggregated, anonymised statistics to enhance user experience.
We do not share this data with third parties, except as required by Google Analytics and Google Search Console to process the data on our behalf. Google’s privacy practices are outlined in their Privacy Policy.
Managing your cookie preferences
When you first visit our website, a cookie banner will appear, explaining our use of cookies. You can choose to:
- Accept all cookies: Allows both necessary and analytical cookies.
- Reject non-essential cookies: Allows only strictly necessary cookies.
- Customise preferences: Select which categories of cookies to allow.
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Manage Cookies” link in the website footer or the cookie icon on our site.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:
- Block cookies: Prevent new cookies from being set.
- Delete cookies: Remove existing cookies.
- Receive notifications: Get alerts when a cookie is set.
Instructions for managing cookies vary by browser. Refer to the “Help” section of your browser or visit www.aboutcookies.org for guidance. Note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may affect the website’s functionality, such as preventing access to certain features.
Opting out of Google Analytics
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. This is available for most modern browsers.
Your rights
Under the UK GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Right to access: Request details of the personal data we hold about you.
- Right to rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data.
- Right to erasure: Request deletion of your personal data.
- Right to restrict processing: Limit how we use your data.
- Right to data portability: Transfer your data to another provider.
- Right to withdraw consent: Revoke consent for non-essential cookies at any time.
To exercise these rights or for questions about our Cookie Policy, contact us at:
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- Email: info@thirty1a.co.uk
You can also contact the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) for advice or to raise a concern: www.ico.org.uk.
Third-party cookies
The analytical cookies set by Google Analytics are third-party cookies. We do not control these cookies directly, but they are configured to collect anonymised data only. For more information, see Google’s Privacy Policy and How Google uses data.
Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our cookie usage, legal requirements, or website functionality. Significant changes, such as the introduction of new non-essential cookies, will prompt us to request your consent again. Updates will be posted on this page with the “Last updated” date revised.