Cookie Policy

Last updated: 23rd September 2025

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled:

  • WordPress Session Cookies: Enable core website functionality and user authentication
  • WooCommerce Cart Cookies: Remember items in your shopping cart during your visit
  • CSRF Protection: Prevent cross-site request forgery attacks
  • Security Cookies: Protect against malicious activities

Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience on our site:

  • Language Preferences: Remember your preferred language settings
  • Shopping Preferences: Remember your shopping preferences and recently viewed products
  • User Interface Preferences: Remember your display and layout preferences

Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics (via Google Site Kit) to understand how visitors interact with our website:

  • Google Analytics (_ga, ga*, _gid): Track visitor behavior, page views, and site performance
  • Google Analytics Demographics (_gat): Provide insights about visitor demographics and interests

Marketing Cookies

These cookies help us show you relevant advertisements:

  • Google Ads Cookies: Track conversions and optimize advertising campaigns
  • Remarketing Cookies: Show relevant ads on other websites you visit

Specific Cookies We Use

WordPress Core Cookies

  • wordpress_*: Authentication cookies for logged-in users
  • wp-settings-*: User interface customization
  • wordpress_logged_in_*: Login status verification

WooCommerce Cookies

  • woocommerce_cart_hash: Stores cart contents
  • woocommerce_items_in_cart: Tracks if cart has items
  • wp_woocommerce_session_*: Maintains cart and checkout sessions
  • woocommerce_recently_viewed: Recently viewed products

Google Site Kit / Analytics Cookies

  • _ga: Distinguishes unique users (expires after 2 years)
  • _ga_*: Used by Google Analytics 4 (expires after 2 years)
  • _gid: Distinguishes unique users (expires after 24 hours)
  • _gat_gtag_*: Throttles request rate (expires after 1 minute)

Cookie Duration

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period:
    • WordPress authentication: Up to 14 days
    • Shopping cart: Until you clear your browser data
    • Google Analytics: Up to 2 years
    • Marketing cookies: Various durations up to 2 years

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

Opt-Out Options

Google Analytics: You can opt out using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

Google Ads: Manage your ad preferences at Google Ad Settings

Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect your experience:

  • Essential cookies: Website may not function properly
  • Shopping cart cookies: Items won’t be saved in your cart
  • Analytics cookies: We can’t improve our website based on user behavior
  • Marketing cookies: You may see less relevant advertisements

Third-Party Cookies

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or embed third-party content. These third parties may set their own cookies, which are governed by their respective privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their cookie policies:

Data Protection Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal data:

  • Right to Access: Request information about the personal data we hold
  • Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate personal data
  • Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data
  • Right to Data Portability: Request transfer of your data
  • Right to Object: Object to processing of your personal data

Contact Information

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

  • Email: info@stoneman-engineering.co.uk
  • Phone: 01884 820369

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website with a new “Last updated” date.

Consent

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or contacting us directly.