Gardeners Preston Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Gardeners Preston uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It describes what cookies are, the types of cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control or manage your cookie preferences when visiting our site.

By continuing to use the Gardeners Preston website after seeing the cookie notice, you agree to the placement of cookies on your device as described in this policy. You can withdraw or modify your consent at any time through your browser settings or any cookie preference tools made available on the site.

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, to improve the efficiency of a site, and to provide information to the site owners. Cookies can be session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or persistent cookies, which remain until they expire or are removed by you.

Cookies may be set directly by Gardeners Preston, known as first party cookies, or by third parties providing services on our behalf, known as third party cookies.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set only in response to actions made by you, such as navigating between pages, selecting services, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, certain parts of the website may not work as intended.

These cookies do not store information that directly identifies you, but they enable core features such as security, network management, and accessibility. Because they are required for the operation of the site, you cannot opt out of essential cookies through our cookie tools, although you may still be able to block them in your browser settings, which could impact site performance.

Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Gardeners Preston website. They collect information such as which pages are visited most often, how long users stay on each page, and whether they experience any errors. The data gathered is generally aggregated and does not personally identify individual users.

We use analytics cookies to monitor the performance of our website, improve navigation, and refine content so that it is more relevant and useful. These cookies support performance monitoring by providing insights into load times, responsiveness, and user journeys, allowing us to address issues and enhance the overall user experience.

Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies are used to deliver content and advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They may be set by Gardeners Preston or by third party partners to build a profile of your interests and show you tailored content on our site or on other websites.

These cookies can help limit the number of times you see a particular advert and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. The information collected through marketing cookies is based on identifying your browser and device and may be combined with other information from trusted partners, in line with applicable data protection laws.

How We Use Cookies for Performance Monitoring

Gardeners Preston uses cookies, particularly analytics and some essential cookies, to monitor and enhance the performance of our website. This includes tracking page loading times, identifying broken pages or features, and analysing patterns of use. The information helps us ensure that the site remains reliable, secure, and efficient for visitors.

Performance monitoring data allows us to detect technical problems, understand which content is most valuable, and make informed decisions about improvements. We rely on this data to maintain a smooth browsing experience and to ensure our services remain accessible and responsive.

User Control and Managing Cookies

You have the right to control how cookies are used on your device. When you first visit the Gardeners Preston website, you may be presented with a cookie notice that allows you to accept or reject non essential cookies, such as analytics and marketing cookies, while permitting essential cookies that are required for operation.

You can adjust your cookie preferences at any time by changing the settings in your web browser. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, receive alerts before cookies are stored, or limit the types of cookies that can be placed. Please note that blocking some or all cookies may affect your ability to use certain parts of our website or reduce its functionality.

By continuing to use the Gardeners Preston website after modifying your cookie settings, you acknowledge that some cookies may still be used in accordance with this Cookie Policy. We may update this policy from time to time, and any changes will take effect when the revised version is published on our website.