Cookie Policy

Last updated: 1st April 20206

This Cookie Policy explains how London Close Protection (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

By continuing to browse or use our website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you disable them through your browser settings or cookie preferences.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help websites function properly and improve user experience by remembering preferences and collecting analytical information.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies – remain on your device for a set period
  • First-party cookies – set by our website
  • Third-party cookies – set by external services we use

2. Types of Cookies We Use

a) Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as security, page navigation, and access to secure areas.

Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.

b) Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting anonymous information such as:

  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on pages
  • Traffic sources
  • Browser type and device information

This data helps us improve website performance and user experience.

We may use services such as:

  • Google Analytics or similar analytics tools

c) Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember choices you make (such as language preferences or form inputs) to provide a more personalised experience.

d) Security Cookies

As a security services company, we may use cookies to:

  • Detect fraudulent or malicious activity
  • Protect our website from cyber threats
  • Ensure secure form submissions

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be placed by third-party providers whose services appear on our website, such as:

  • Website hosting providers
  • Analytics providers
  • Embedded content providers

We do not control third-party cookies and recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies.

4. How to Control Cookies

You can control or disable cookies in several ways:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to:

  • View cookies stored on your device
  • Delete cookies
  • Block all or selected cookies

Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Cookie Banner or Preference Tool

If our website uses a cookie consent banner, you may adjust your preferences there.

5. Lawful Basis for Using Cookies

Under UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR):

  • Strictly necessary cookies are placed without consent
  • Analytics and non-essential cookies are only used with your consent

You may withdraw consent at any time.

6. Data Protection

Information collected via cookies may constitute personal data where it can identify you directly or indirectly (such as IP address). In such cases, it is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or how we use cookies. Updates will be published on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.