Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
1. Introduction
Arthur Kershaw Funeral Services Ltd (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies on our website www.arthurkershawfunerals.com (“Website”). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
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 (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to:
- Make websites work efficiently
- Provide a better user experience
- Provide information to website owners about how their site is used
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies solely for analytics purposes to:
- Understand how visitors use our Website
- Identify which pages are most and least popular
- See how visitors move around the site
- Improve our Website’s functionality and user experience
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the Website.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session ID | Maintains user session | Session |
4.2 Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to collect anonymised information about how visitors use our Website.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics – Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics – Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics – Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
Note: Google Analytics cookies collect information in an anonymous form, including:
- Number of visitors to the site
- Where visitors have come from
- Pages they visited
- Time spent on each page
5. Third-Party Cookies
We do not allow third-party cookies on our Website except for:
- Google Analytics (for website analytics only)
We do not use cookies for:
- Advertising or marketing purposes
- Social media integration
- Tracking users across other websites
6. Managing Cookies
6.1 Browser Settings
You can control and/or delete cookies through your browser settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Accept all cookies
- Be notified when a cookie is set
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions
6.2 Google Analytics Opt-Out
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by:
- Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Using your browser’s Do Not Track setting
6.3 Impact of Blocking Cookies
Please note that blocking all cookies may:
- Prevent you from taking full advantage of the Website
- Affect the functionality of certain features
- Prevent us from improving our services based on usage data
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in our use of cookies
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- Best practice guidelines
Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
8. More Information About Cookies
For more information about cookies in general, visit:
- Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): www.ico.org.uk/your-data-matters/online/cookies/
- All About Cookies: www.allaboutcookies.org
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Arthur Kershaw Funeral Services Ltd
- Address: 168-170 Washway Road, Sale, Cheshire, M33 6RH
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: 0161 969 2288
10. Consent
By continuing to use our Website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, please adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our Website.