Purpose
This Cookie Policy explains how Essex Watch Repairs (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognise you when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, phone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide reporting information.
Cookies help us:
- Understand how visitors use our site
- Improve user experience and performance
- Remember your preferences
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- See what cookies you have and delete them
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies from being set
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, parts of our website may not function correctly.
By continuing to use our website without adjusting your browser settings, you agree to our use of cookies.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential (First-Party) Cookies
These cookies are set by Essex Watch Repairs and are necessary for basic functionality and to remember your settings.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|
ewr-language | Remembers your chosen language for browsing. | 1 year |
ewr-consent | Stores your cookie consent preference. | 1 year |
2. Performance & Analytics Cookies
We use third-party tools to analyse how users interact with our site and improve performance. All analytics data is anonymous.
Google Analytics
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|
_ga | Used to distinguish unique users. | 2 years |
_gid | Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited. | 1 day |
_gat | Throttles request rate to limit data collection. | 1 minute |
3. Marketing & Social Media Cookies
These cookies help us deliver personalised advertising and understand how visitors engage with our marketing content (e.g., LinkedIn, Facebook).
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
_fbp | Meta (Facebook) | Tracks website visits from Facebook and Instagram users. | 3 months |
li_gc, bcookie, lidc | Tracks and manages user preferences and interactions. | Up to 1 year |
Third-Party Links
Our website may include links to other websites, plugins, or apps (e.g. Google Maps, YouTube). Clicking on these may allow third parties to collect data about you. We are not responsible for their privacy or cookie practices. We recommend reading their privacy and cookie policies.
Your Consent
By continuing to browse our site, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. You may withdraw or change your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or contacting us directly.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact:
Essex Watch Repairs
Based inside – Southend Discount Gold
111 High Street, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1LQ
📧 Email: info@essexwatchrepairs.co.uk
📞 Tel: 01702 395100