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Cookie Policy
Last updated: 20 May 2026
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the website owners.
We also use similar technologies such as web storage (localStorage and sessionStorage), which serve a similar purpose to cookies and are subject to the same legal requirements under the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
This policy explains how Gee Web Design uses cookies and similar technologies, what types we use, and how you can manage your preferences. We comply with the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
How we use cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
- To remember your preferences — such as your cookie consent choice, so we don't ask you again on every visit.
- To understand how visitors use our website — we use analytics cookies to see which pages are popular and how people navigate our site. This helps us improve our content and user experience.
- To ensure the website functions correctly — some cookies are essential for the basic operation of our website.
Types of cookies we use
1. Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences or filling in forms. You can set your browser to block these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work.
| Cookie / Technology | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| gee-cookie-consent | Stores your cookie consent preference so we don't ask you again on every page. | 1 year | Gee Web Design (first party) |
2. Analytics cookies (optional — require consent)
We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect and report information anonymously, allowing us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. We only set these cookies if you choose to accept them.
| Cookie / Technology | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Used by Google Analytics 4 to distinguish unique users. | 2 years | Google (third party) |
| _ga_8GCEKG573W | Used by Google Analytics 4 to persist session state for this property. | 2 years | Google (third party) |
| _gat_gtag_... | Used by Google Analytics 4 to throttle request rate. | 1 minute | Google (third party) |
Note: We currently do not use marketing or advertising cookies. If we add these in the future, we will update this policy and ask for your consent before setting them.
First party and third party cookies
First party cookies are set by us (Gee Web Design) directly when you visit our website. We have full control over these cookies and the data they collect.
Third party cookies are set by external service providers that we use, such as Google Analytics. These providers may use the data collected for their own purposes in accordance with their own privacy policies. We do not control these cookies, but we only work with reputable providers who handle data responsibly.
How long do cookies last?
Cookies can be either session cookies or persistent cookies:
- Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They are typically used to maintain your session as you move between pages.
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period (as shown in the tables above) or until you manually delete them. They are used to remember your preferences for future visits.
How to manage your cookie preferences
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser's local storage for this site — the banner will reappear on your next visit.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most web browsers allow you to:
- See what cookies you have and delete them individually
- Block third party cookies
- Block all cookies from being set
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please be aware that if you block all cookies, including strictly necessary ones, you may not be able to access all or parts of our website, or it may not function correctly.
Find out how to manage cookies in your browser: Google Chrome | Mozilla Firefox | Safari | Microsoft Edge
Withdrawing your consent
Under PECR and UK GDPR, you have the right to withdraw your consent to non-essential cookies at any time. You can do this by:
- Clearing your browser's local storage for this website — the cookie banner will reappear, and you can choose to reject non-essential cookies.
- Using your browser settings to block or delete cookies as described above.
Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal. This means that any data collected while you had consented may still be used, but no new data will be collected once consent is withdrawn.
Changes to this policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
The date at the top of this page indicates when it was last updated. If we make significant changes, we will notify you by displaying the cookie banner again when you next visit our website.
Contact us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us:
Email: hello@geewebdesign.com
You also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) if you believe we are not handling your data in accordance with the law. Visit ico.org.uk for more information.