Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy for Abingdon’s Complete Gardening Service
Last updated: 30/11/2025
Abingdon’s Complete Gardening Service (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website to enhance your browsing experience, analyse site traffic, and support our marketing efforts. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and the choices you have regarding their use, in line with the UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve performance, and provide information to site owners.
There are two main types:
Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent cookies – remain on your device for a set period or until deleted.
Cookies may also be:
First-party cookies – set by our website.
Third-party cookies – set by external services integrated into our website.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
Ensure our website operates correctly and securely
Remember your preferences
Analyse website traffic and usage to improve our services
Support marketing and advertising activities (if applicable)
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They support functions such as page navigation and security.
Legal basis: Legitimate interest (ensuring site functionality)
Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting anonymous data.
Examples: Google Analytics (if used).
Legal basis: Consent
Functional Cookies
These remember choices you make (e.g., language preferences) to enhance your experience.
Legal basis: Consent
Marketing & Advertising Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to display relevant ads.
Examples: Facebook Pixel, Google Ads cookies (only if used).
Legal basis: Consent
4. Cookies We May Use (Examples)
Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga | Google Analytics – tracks user behaviour | Analytics | 2 years |
cookie_consent | Stores user cookie preferences | Necessary | 12 months |
_fbp | Facebook Pixel (if installed) | Marketing | 3 months |
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you visit our website for the first time, you will see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:
Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Customise your preferences
You can change your preferences at any time by visiting our Cookie Settings page or adjusting your browser settings.
Browser Controls
You can also block or delete cookies directly through your browser:
Chrome
Firefox
Safari
Edge
Please note that blocking certain cookies may impact website functionality.
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed by third-party services integrated into our site, such as:
Analytics platforms (e.g., Google Analytics)
Social media plugins
Embedded content (e.g., YouTube videos)
These providers may use their cookies independently. We recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies for more information.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our website functionality. Any updates will appear on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
8. Contact Us
For questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact:
Abingdon’s Complete Gardening Service
Email: abingdon.c.g.s.ltd@outlook.com
Phone: 01235 533193
Address:
50 Meadowside,
Abingdon, Oxfordshire
OX14 5DX