Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Stardust Cleaning Services ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at stardustcleaning.co.uk. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our website.

2. 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, provide information to website owners, and improve the user experience.

Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device when you go offline, while session cookies are deleted as soon as you close your web browser.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on our website:

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function properly without them.

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and your experience.

3.3 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites. They are used to display ads that are relevant and engaging for individual users.

3.4 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

4. Cookies We Use

Below is a detailed list of the cookies we use on our website:

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Type	Duration
_ga	Google Analytics	Used to distinguish users and track website usage	Analytics	2 years
_ga_*	Google Analytics	Used to persist session state	Analytics	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics	Used to distinguish users	Analytics	24 hours
_gat	Google Analytics	Used to throttle request rate	Analytics	1 minute
_gcl_au	Google Ads	Used to store and track conversions	Marketing	90 days
_fbp	Facebook	Used to deliver advertising when users are on Facebook	Marketing	3 months
PHPSESSID	Website	Preserves user session state across page requests	Essential	Session
wordpress_logged_in_*	WordPress	Used to identify logged-in users	Essential	Session
wp-settings-*	WordPress	Used to customise the admin interface	Functional	1 year
cookielawinfo-*	Website	Stores user cookie consent preferences	Essential	1 year

5. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics of the website and deliver advertisements on and through the website. These include:

• Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to analyse the use of our website. Google Analytics gathers information about website use by means of cookies. For more information about Google Analytics cookies, please see Google's privacy policy: policies.google.com/privacy
• Google Ads: We use Google Ads conversion tracking to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns. For more information: policies.google.com/technologies/ads
• Facebook Pixel: We may use Facebook Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our Facebook advertising. For more information: facebook.com/policies/cookies

6. How to Control Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:

6.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept or reject non-essential cookies through this banner.

6.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. The following links may be helpful:

• Cookie settings in Chrome
• Cookie settings in Firefox
• Cookie settings in Safari
• Cookie settings in Microsoft Edge

6.3 Opt-Out Links

You can opt out of certain third-party cookies by visiting:

• Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Google Ads Settings
• Facebook Ad Preferences
• Network Advertising Initiative Opt-out

Please note: If you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of our website may not work properly, and your user experience may be affected.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our business operations, or any other reason we determine is necessary or appropriate. Any changes will become effective when we post the revised policy on our website.

We encourage you to periodically review this page for the latest information on our cookie practices.

8. More Information

If you would like more information about cookies and how they are used, you may find the following resources helpful:

• All About Cookies
• Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) - Cookies