This Cookie Policy explains how Smart Builder ("we", "our", "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at thesmartbuilder.co.uk (the "Service").
This policy complies with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR) and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR). By using our Service, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
For information about how we process your personal data more generally, please see our Privacy Policy.
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or until they expire) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser). Cookies can also be "first-party" (set by us) or "third-party" (set by other organisations).
We use cookies for the following purposes:
These cookies are essential for the operation of our Service. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the Service cannot function properly without them.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| sb-access-token | User authentication and session management | Session |
| sb-refresh-token | Maintains login session securely | 7 days |
| cookie-consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
| __stripe_mid | Fraud prevention for payment processing | 1 year |
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Service by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They help us improve our website and services.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences and settings.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme | Stores your display preference (light/dark mode) | 1 year |
Some cookies on our Service are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these third-party cookies. The third parties include:
Please refer to these third parties' privacy and cookie policies for more information about how they use cookies.
You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:
When you first visit our Service, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your cookies and revisiting our site.
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. The following links provide information on how to manage cookies in common browsers:
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
If you choose to disable or block certain cookies, some features of our Service may not function properly. Specifically:
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies such as:
These technologies are subject to the same rules as cookies under PECR and this policy.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will post any changes on this page and update the "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
For more information about cookies and your rights, you can visit:
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