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Cookie Policy
Last updated: 23 March 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device on subsequent visits and store certain information about your browsing preferences.
This policy explains what cookies we use on www.colourhaus.co.uk, why we use them, and how you can control them. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
2. Our Legal Obligations
The use of cookies is governed in the UK by the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (UK PECR) and UK GDPR. Under these rules:
- ✓Strictly necessary cookies do not require consent — they are essential for the website to function.
- ✓All other cookies (analytics, marketing, preferences) require your prior informed consent before being set.
3. The Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function. They cannot be disabled. They do not store any personally identifiable information.
| Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
| __Host-* | Session security (where applicable) | Session |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it. They collect data in an aggregated, anonymous form.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users (24hr) | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
Marketing & Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to track website visitors across websites and to display relevant advertisements. They are set by advertising platforms we use.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _gcl_au | Google Ads | Tracks ad conversions | 90 days |
| _gcl_aw | Google Ads | Links Google Ads clicks to conversions | 90 days |
| _fbp | Meta (Facebook) | Tracks visitors for Meta Ads retargeting | 90 days |
| _fbc | Meta (Facebook) | Stores Meta click ID for conversion tracking | 90 days |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services, including Google Analytics and Google Ads. These third parties have their own privacy policies that govern how they use the data collected:
- ✓Google: policies.google.com/privacy
- ✓Meta (Facebook): facebook.com/privacy/policy
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the right to choose which non-essential cookies are placed on your device. You can manage your preferences in the following ways:
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear allowing you to accept, reject, or customise non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in our website footer.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being set. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of this and other websites. Links to cookie settings for major browsers:
Opt-Out of Google Analytics
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time. When we do, we will update the “last updated” date at the top of this page. We recommend reviewing this policy periodically.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: info@colourhaus.co.uk
Phone: 07973 106 612
Post: ColourHaus Decorating Limited, Unit 9 Taverners Walk, Sheepscar, Leeds, LS7 1AH
For complaints about our use of cookies, you may also contact the ICO: ico.org.uk/make-a-complaint.