Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how No Sweat Websites ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at https://nosweatwebsites.co.uk (the "Site").

This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners.

Cookies allow websites to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Improve your browsing experience
• Understand how visitors use the website
• Deliver relevant content and advertising

2.1 Types of Cookies

Cookies can be classified in several ways:

By Duration:

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them

By Origin:

• First-Party Cookies: Set by the website you're visiting (nosweatwebsites.co.uk)
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by a different domain (e.g., Google Analytics, Ahrefs)

3. Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on our Site:

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Site to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The Site cannot function properly without these cookies.

3.2 Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our Site. This helps us improve our website and services. The information collected is aggregated and anonymous.

3.3 What Analytics Tell Us

Our analytics cookies help us understand:

• How many people visit our Site
• Which pages are most popular
• How long visitors spend on the Site
• Where visitors come from (e.g., search engines, social media)
• What devices and browsers visitors use
• General geographic location (country/city level, not precise location)

Important: This data is aggregated and anonymized. We cannot identify individual visitors from this information.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our Site are set by third-party services. We use these services to help us operate and improve our Site.

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze how visitors use our Site. Google Analytics collects information such as how often users visit the Site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used before coming to our Site.

Data Collected:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Referral source (where you came from)
• Device type, browser, and operating system
• General geographic location (country and city)
• IP address (anonymized)

Google's Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

How Google Uses Data: https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites

Opt-out: You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

4.2 Ahrefs

We use Ahrefs for website analytics and SEO monitoring. Ahrefs helps us understand our site's performance and visibility.

Ahrefs Privacy Policy: https://ahrefs.com/privacy

5. How to Control Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. Here are several ways you can control cookies:

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

• View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
• Block third-party cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

5.2 Browser Links for Cookie Management

For detailed instructions on managing cookies in your browser, visit:

• Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
• Firefox: Mozilla Cookie Guide
• Safari: Apple Cookie Guide
• Edge: Microsoft Cookie Guide

5.3 Opt-Out Tools

You can also opt out of specific tracking services:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-out Tool
• Your Online Choices (EU): https://www.youronlinechoices.com/

5.4 Mobile Devices

For mobile devices, check your device settings:

• iOS: Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies
• Android: Browser settings → Site settings → Cookies

6. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you don't want to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals.

Our Site does not currently respond to DNT signals. However, you can control cookies through your browser settings as described above.

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:

• The cookies we use
• Legal or regulatory requirements
• Our data practices

When we make changes, we will:

• Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
• Post the updated policy on our Site
• Notify you if the changes are significant (via email or prominent notice on our Site)

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

8. Your Rights (UK GDPR)

Under UK GDPR and data protection laws, you have rights regarding your personal data, including data collected through cookies:

• Right to Access: You can request information about the data we collect via cookies
• Right to Erasure: You can request deletion of cookie data (by clearing your browser cookies)
• Right to Object: You can object to our use of cookies by adjusting your browser settings
• Right to Withdraw Consent: You can withdraw your consent to non-essential cookies at any time

For more information about your data rights, see our Privacy Policy.

9. Questions and Contact Information

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

If you have concerns about how we handle cookies and personal data, you can also contact the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):

10. Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and online privacy:

• About Cookies: https://www.allaboutcookies.org/
• ICO Cookie Guidance: ICO Cookie Guide
• Your Online Choices: https://www.youronlinechoices.com/