Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how QuShape uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

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

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

• Session cookies for maintaining your browsing session
• Security cookies to prevent fraudulent use
• Consent preference cookies to remember your cookie choices

3.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. This data helps us improve how our website works.

• Analytics cookies to understand visitor behavior
• Error tracking cookies to identify technical issues

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features.

• Language preference cookies
• Region selection cookies
• User interface customization cookies

3.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They may be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

• Advertising platform cookies
• Retargeting cookies
• Social media cookies

4. Google Consent Mode v2

We implement Google Consent Mode v2, which adjusts how Google tags behave based on your consent choices. This ensures compliance with UK and EU data protection regulations while allowing us to measure website performance.

4.1 Consent States

• Analytics Storage: Controls analytics cookies
• Ad Storage: Controls advertising cookies
• Ad User Data: Controls collection of user data for advertising
• Ad Personalization: Controls personalized advertising

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services. We use third-party services for:

• Website analytics
• Social media integration
• Advertising and marketing

These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites.

6. How to Manage Cookies

6.1 Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner allowing you to accept or customize your cookie preferences. You can change your preferences at any time using the cookie settings link in the footer.

6.2 Browser Settings

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

• View and delete cookies
• Block third-party cookies
• Block all cookies
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website and limit functionality.

6.3 Browser-Specific Instructions

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

7. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature. Our website does not currently respond to Do Not Track signals. You can control tracking through your cookie preferences.

8. Duration of Cookies

8.1 Session Cookies

These temporary cookies are deleted when you close your browser.

8.2 Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. Duration varies by cookie type:

• Strictly necessary cookies: Up to 1 year
• Performance cookies: Up to 2 years
• Functionality cookies: Up to 1 year
• Marketing cookies: Up to 13 months

9. Updates to Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Last updated" date.

10. Your Rights

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

• Right to withdraw consent at any time
• Right to access data collected via cookies
• Right to deletion of cookie data
• Right to object to processing

11. Impact of Blocking Cookies

If you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of our website may not work properly. Specifically, you may experience:

• Difficulty with form submissions
• Repeated cookie consent requests
• Loss of preferences and settings
• Limited functionality of interactive features

12. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

QuShape
57 Kingfisher Court
Leeds LS2 8HR
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 113 672 9041