Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.
VoltShield Ltd uses cookies in compliance with UK privacy laws, including the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and UK GDPR.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled.
Cookie Name
Purpose
Expiration
cookie_consent
Stores your cookie preferences
1 year
session_id
Maintains your session state
Session
csrf_token
Security protection against cross-site request forgery
Session
2.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
Cookie Name
Purpose
Expiration
_analytics_id
Distinguishes unique visitors
2 years
_page_views
Tracks page visits and user behavior
1 day
_bounce_rate
Measures visitor engagement
30 minutes
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.
Cookie Name
Purpose
Expiration
user_preferences
Remembers your website preferences
6 months
language_setting
Stores your language preference
1 year
2.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your activity to help deliver more relevant advertisements.
Cookie Name
Purpose
Expiration
marketing_id
Identifies visitors for targeted advertising
1 year
campaign_source
Tracks marketing campaign effectiveness
30 days
3. Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device:
3.1 Analytics Services
Google Analytics: For website usage analysis
Hotjar: For user behavior insights
3.2 Social Media
LinkedIn: For social sharing functionality
Twitter: For social media integration
Facebook: For social sharing and advertising
3.3 Marketing Services
Email Marketing Platforms: For newsletter tracking
Lead Generation Tools: For contact form optimization
4. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Functionality: Ensuring the website works correctly
User Experience: Remembering your preferences and settings
Analytics: Understanding how visitors use our website
Performance: Monitoring website speed and performance
Marketing: Delivering relevant content and advertisements
Security: Protecting against fraud and unauthorized access
5. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner asking for your consent. You can choose:
Accept All: Allow all cookies
Necessary Only: Only essential cookies
Customize: Select specific cookie categories
Your consent is recorded and can be changed at any time using our cookie preference center.
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
6.1 Website Cookie Settings
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
Clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer
Using the cookie preference center
Contacting us directly
6.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their 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
6.3 Mobile Devices
iOS Safari: Settings > Safari > Block All Cookies
Android Chrome: Chrome Menu > Settings > Site settings > Cookies
7. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience:
7.1 Necessary Cookies
Website may not function properly
Forms may not work correctly
Security features may be compromised
7.2 Analytics Cookies
We cannot improve website performance
Unable to track user preferences
Cannot measure content effectiveness
7.3 Marketing Cookies
Less relevant advertising
Repeated ad displays
Cannot measure campaign effectiveness
8. Cookie Retention Periods
Different cookies have different retention periods:
Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
Persistent Cookies: Remain until expiration or manual deletion
Short-term: 24 hours to 30 days
Long-term: 6 months to 2 years
9. Data Protection
Cookie data is processed in accordance with:
UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR)
Data Protection Act 2018
Our Privacy Policy
10. International Transfers
Some cookies may involve data transfers outside the UK:
Third-party analytics providers (Google, etc.)
Social media platforms
Marketing and advertising services
We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place for all international transfers.
11. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:
Changes in cookie usage
New third-party services
Legal or regulatory requirements
Improvements to our services
Material changes will be communicated through website notifications.
12. Contact Us
For questions about our cookie usage or to exercise your rights:
Email:[email protected] Phone: +44 20 7946 0958 Address: VoltShield Ltd, 142 Kings Road, London SW3 4TX, United Kingdom