Cookie Policy
Introduction
This Cookies Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website, why we use them, and how you can manage your choices. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
We only set cookies and similar technologies that are strictly necessary for the website to work without your consent. Where consent is required, non-essential cookies will not be set unless and until you choose to accept them through our cookie banner or Cookie Settings panel. You can reject non-essential cookies as easily as you can accept them, and you can change or withdraw your consent at any time.
Website operator: The Coventry & Solihull Waste Disposal Company Limited, Bar Road, Coventry, CV3 4AN. If you have questions about this Cookies Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us by telephone on 024 7650 7400 or by email at info@cswdc.co.uk.
External booking services: If you use a link from our website to book a Household Waste Recycling Centre appointment through Coventry City Council, you will leave our website. Cookies and similar technologies used on Coventry City Council’s website or booking service are governed by Coventry City Council’s own cookie and privacy notices.
What are cookies?
A cookie is a small text file made up of letters and numbers that is stored on your browser or device when you visit a website. Similar technologies, such as pixels, tags, scripts, device identifiers, local storage and web beacons, may also store information on or access information from your device. In this policy, references to “cookies” include these similar technologies where applicable.
Types of cookies we use
Cookies may be session cookies or persistent cookies:
- Session cookies – temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies – cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
Essential vs Non-Essential Cookies
- Strictly necessary cookies: These are required for the website to operate, provide security, remember your cookie choices, or deliver a service you have requested. These cookies do not require consent.
- Non-essential cookies: These may include analytics, performance, preference, advertising, social media, embedded content or tracking cookies. Where consent is required, these cookies are only set if you choose to allow them.
Cookies we use
|
Category |
Cookie Name |
Provider |
Duration |
Purpose and Consent Position |
|
Strictly Necessary |
_cswdc |
First Party |
Session |
Used to maintain an anonymous visitor session while browsing the website. This cookie is essential for the operation of the site and does not require consent. |
|
Strictly Necessary |
_csrf-cswdc |
First Party |
Session |
Used to support website security and protect against cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks. This cookie is essential for the operation of the site and does not require consent. |
|
Analytics |
_ga |
Google Analytics |
2 Years |
Used to distinguish individual visitors and collect information about how the website is used. This helps us improve website performance and user experience. This cookie is only set where the user has provided consent. |
|
Analytics |
_gid |
Google Analytics |
24 Hours |
Used to distinguish users and collect information about website usage for analytical purposes. This cookie is only set where the user has provided consent. |
|
Analytics |
_gat |
Google Analytics |
1 Minute |
Used to throttle request rates and manage data collection by Google Analytics. This cookie is only set where the user has provided consent. |
|
Cookie Preferences |
cookieconsent_dismissed |
First Party |
1 Year |
Used to remember a user's cookie preferences so that the cookie banner does not reappear unnecessarily and to ensure that the user's choices are respected. This cookie is necessary to record and maintain those preferences. |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party providers, for example analytics, advertising, embedded media, maps, social media tools or other external services. Where we use third-party cookies, we will identify the relevant provider, purpose and duration in the cookie table where possible. Third-party cookies that are not strictly necessary will only be used where consent is obtained, unless a specific legal exemption applies. We are not responsible for cookies set by external websites that you visit by leaving our website.
Consent and Managing Cookies
When you first visit our website, you will be given clear information about the cookies we use and the option to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Non-essential cookies that require consent will not be set before you make your choice.
- You can accept or reject non-essential cookies through the cookie banner. Rejecting non-essential cookies is as easy as accepting them.
- You can withdraw or change your consent at any time using the Cookie Settings panel or equivalent cookie control available on the website.
You can also manage or block cookies using your browser settings. Please note that blocking all cookies, including strictly necessary cookies, may prevent parts of the website from working properly. Non-essential cookies will remain on your device only for the period stated in the cookie table or until you delete them or withdraw your consent, where applicable.
Keeping this policy up to date: We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes to the cookies we use, the law, or regulatory guidance. The cookie table should be reviewed regularly and whenever the website changes.