Cookie Policy
Awais Digital Services
Effective Date: March 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Awais Digital Services ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.awaisdigitalservices.co.uk. We comply with UK GDPR, EU GDPR, and the ePrivacy Directive. Non-essential cookies are only used after you have given your consent.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help the website recognize your device, remember your preferences, and improve functionality and performance.
Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several key purposes:
- To provide a better user experience
- To remember your preferences and settings
- To understand how visitors interact with our website
- To deliver tailored content and advertising
- To improve the performance, security, and functionality of the site
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function. They enable basic features like page navigation and access to secure areas. They do not collect personal data for marketing or analytics. You cannot disable these via our cookie tool.
Examples:
- Cookie consent preference storage (localStorage)
- Security and load-balancing identifiers where required
2. Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g. pages visited, time on site). We use this information only to improve the website. Data is aggregated and we use Google Analytics in a way that respects your privacy when you consent.
Examples:
- Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat)
3. Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant ads and measure the effectiveness of campaigns. They may be set by us or our advertising partners (e.g. Google Ads, Meta/Facebook Pixel). They are only placed if you accept marketing cookies.
Examples:
- Google Ads conversion and remarketing
- Meta (Facebook) Pixel
4. Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices (e.g. cookie preferences) and enable features like live chat so we can assist you. They are only placed if you accept preference cookies.
Examples:
- Cookie consent choices (stored in browser)
- Crisp live chat (when you accept preference cookies)
Third-Party Cookies
We may embed content or connect with services from third parties, which may set their own cookies on your device. These may include:
- Vimeo and other embedded video (for video playback)
- SlideShare (for presentations)
- Social sharing buttons (Facebook, LinkedIn, X/Twitter)
- CRM tools like HubSpot for contact forms or email automation
We do not control the cookies set by third-party domains. Please refer to their privacy policies for more details.
Managing and Disabling Cookies
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- See what cookies are active
- Delete all or selected cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Set preferences for certain sites
You may also choose to browse the site in private/incognito mode to prevent cookie storage.
Helpful resources:
Please note: Disabling cookies may affect site functionality.
Consent & Withdrawing Consent
Non-essential cookies (analytics, marketing, preference) are only placed after you have given your consent via our cookie banner. You can change your mind at any time.
To withdraw or change your consent:Use the "Cookie Settings" link in the website footer, or open Cookie Settings, to reopen the cookie preference centre. You can then turn off analytics, marketing, or preference cookies. Necessary cookies will remain to support site operation.
You can also clear or block cookies via your browser settings (see "Managing and Disabling Cookies" above). Blocking all cookies may affect site functionality.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.
Contact Us
For any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact:
Awais Digital Services