Cookie Policy
Last updated: October 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how DrClear House Clearance (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://drclear.co.uk.
We use cookies to make our website work properly, to improve your browsing experience, and to analyse how our site is used.
This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we handle personal data.
Business owner: Krzysztof Szczesny (Chris), trading as DrClear House Clearance, 5 Churchfields Rd, Wednesbury WS10 9DX.
Email: office@drclear.co.uk
Telephone: 07958 429 751
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or device when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to site owners about how visitors use their site.
Some cookies are essential for a website to work correctly, while others help improve performance or support marketing activities.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Type | Purpose | Consent Required |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary Cookies | Required for the website to function (e.g., security, session management, cookie consent). | ❌ No |
| Functional Cookies | Remember preferences such as region or form details to improve usability. | ✅ Yes |
| Analytics Cookies | Help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve performance (e.g., Google Analytics). | ✅ Yes |
| Performance Cookies | Measure load speeds and detect technical issues. | ✅ Yes |
| Marketing Cookies | Track interactions for advertising or remarketing (not currently used). | ✅ Yes (if used in future) |
4. Cookies in Use on This Site
Below is an overview of cookies currently used or likely to be used as WooCommerce is introduced:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Provider | Expiry | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
cookielawinfo-checkbox-* | Stores your cookie preferences | drclear.co.uk | 1 year | Necessary |
_ga, _gid | Google Analytics tracking ID to analyse visitor behaviour | 1–2 years | Analytics | |
_gat_gtag_* | Limits request rate for Google Analytics | 1 minute | Analytics | |
woocommerce_cart_hash, woocommerce_items_in_cart | Maintains cart functionality (if WooCommerce active) | drclear.co.uk | Session | Functional |
wp_woocommerce_session_* | Links cart data to user session (if active) | drclear.co.uk | 2 days | Functional |
If additional cookies are added as part of new plugins or integrations, this table will be updated.
5. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you’ll see a cookie banner requesting your consent for non-essential cookies.
You can:
Accept all cookies (enables analytics and functional cookies).
Reject non-essential cookies (only essential cookies will load).
Manage preferences to choose which types to allow.
Your consent will be stored for 12 months, after which you will be asked again.
You can also change or withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the “Manage Cookies” link in the footer.
6. Managing Cookies in Your Browser
You can block or delete cookies using your browser settings. The method varies depending on your browser:
If you block essential cookies, some features of the site may not work correctly.
7. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages — for example:
Google Analytics (for visitor statistics).
YouTube or social media embeds (if used in blog or gallery content).
These third parties may use their own cookies under their respective privacy policies.
You can learn more about Google’s policies at: https://policies.google.com/privacy
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect technical changes or new legal requirements. The latest version will always be posted on this page.
Contact:
For questions about our use of cookies or data protection, please contact:
office@drclear.co.uk
07958 429 751
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