Cookie Policy for Commercial Waste Ascot

Commercial Waste Ascot (referred to throughout this policy as Commercial Waste — Ascot, Ascot commercial waste or commercial waste in Ascot) uses cookies and similar technologies to ensure our services operate effectively and to improve performance monitoring. This cookie policy explains the types of cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can exercise control over cookie settings for your browsing sessions.

Cookies are small data files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember information about your visit, such as language preferences and session identifiers. At Commercial Waste Ascot we only use cookies for explicit purposes and we do not store sensitive personal information in cookies.

We use three main categories of cookies to deliver a clear and reliable experience:

• Essential cookies: These cookies are necessary for the operation of the service and enable core functions such as secure login and session management. Without these cookies, parts of the site may not function correctly.
• Analytics cookies: Analytics cookies help us understand how users interact with our pages so that we can monitor performance and identify areas for improvement. This includes load times, navigation paths, and error rates to support performance monitoring and optimisation.
• Marketing cookies: Marketing cookies are used to deliver relevant content and, where applicable, ads tailored to user interests. These may be set by third parties to track browsing across websites.

At Ascot commercial waste services we provide straightforward choices about cookies. You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings at any time, and you can block cookies altogether if you prefer. Please note: blocking essential cookies may affect features and services that require functionality such as form submissions or secure areas.

How analytics support performance monitoring: Analytics cookies collect anonymous, aggregated data to help the team at Commercial Waste Ascot monitor site performance. This data includes page load times, bounce rates, and the paths users take between pages. The purpose of performance monitoring is to detect slow pages, resource errors, and to prioritise technical fixes so that users experience faster, more reliable access to information and services.

To opt out of analytics tracking, you can disable analytics cookies in your browser or use third-party opt-out tools where available. We respect the choices of users and will not use analytics data to identify individuals; it is used solely for service improvement.

Commercial Waste in Ascot may use third-party partners to provide analytics and marketing services. These partners may set their own cookies when you interact with embedded content or social features. We encourage you to review third-party privacy notices to understand their practices. We do not share unnecessary personal data with these partners.

Retention: cookie lifespans vary depending on their purpose — session cookies expire when you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain for a set period (e.g., 30 days, 12 months). We review cookie lifetimes regularly to ensure they remain appropriate for their purpose and for legal compliance.

Your control and consent: by continuing to use services related to Commercial Waste Ascot you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy where lawful. You can withdraw consent at any time by deleting cookies from your device or updating your browser preferences. If you have concerns about cookies or performance monitoring you are encouraged to manage settings locally — the choices you make help shape how we prioritise technical improvements and communications, ensuring that Ascot commercial waste resources are delivered efficiently and responsibly.