Cookie Policy

Last updated: March 2025

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This policy explains how cookies and similar technologies are used on this website and any other Galloway & Pierce websites that link to this page. We may update this policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws, and we encourage you to review it periodically.

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Cookies may be placed on your device when you visit our website. Where required, you can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or any cookie controls made available on the site.

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1. What are cookies?

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Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, smartphone, or other web-enabled device when you visit a website. They allow the site to recognise your device and may store information such as pages visited, selections made, and the date and time of your visit. Cookies help us understand how our website is used and support improvements to functionality, performance, and user experience.

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2. What types of cookies we use

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We use several categories of cookies on our website:

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• Strictly necessary cookies
  These cookies are required for the website to operate correctly. They enable core functions such as page navigation, security, and form submissions. Blocking these cookies may affect site functionality.
• Performance cookies
  These cookies collect information about how visitors use the website, such as pages visited and errors encountered. This information helps us improve reliability and performance.
• Analytics cookies
  These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website, including pages viewed and time spent on the site. Information is generally collected in aggregated form to support site improvements.
• Marketing cookies
  Where used, these cookies help measure the effectiveness of communications or tailor content. They are not essential to the operation of the site and may be disabled through browser or preference settings.

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3. First-party and third-party cookies

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Cookies may be set by Galloway & Pierce (first-party cookies) or by third-party service providers whose tools we use (third-party cookies).

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• First-party cookies support site functionality, security, and performance.
• Third-party cookies may be used for analytics or related services and may collect information about usage patterns.

You can manage or disable both first-party and third-party cookies through your browser settings. Disabling some cookies may affect site performance or availability of features.

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4. Cookies and personal data

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Some cookies may collect information that is considered personal data, such as IP addresses or identifiers. Any personal data collected through cookies is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy, including requirements relating to security, lawful use, and retention.

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5. Managing or disabling cookies

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Most web browsers accept cookies by default, but you can usually modify your settings to block or delete cookies. You may also manage similar technologies, such as local storage or tracking pixels, through your browser or device settings.

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Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect how the website functions.