Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 2026
Manage Your Cookie Preferences
You can change your cookie settings at any time.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow us to remember information about your visit, such as your login status or preferences, making your experience smoother and more useful.
We also use similar technologies such as localStorage and sessionStorage for storing preferences and authentication state.
Your Consent Choices
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept All – Enable all cookies including analytics and marketing
- Reject All – Only allow necessary cookies required for the site to function
- Manage Preferences – Choose which categories of cookies to enable
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.
Cookie Categories
✓Necessary CookiesAlways Active
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core features like security, account access, and session management. Without them, you may not be able to log in or use key features. These cookies do not require your consent as they are strictly necessary.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| safesites360_cookie_consent | SafeSites360 | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year | localStorage |
| sb-*-auth-token | Supabase | Authentication session management | Session | Cookie |
| __Host-* | Supabase | Secure authentication tokens | Session | Cookie |
📊Analytics CookiesRequires Consent
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website, allowing us to improve performance and user experience. They collect information such as which pages are visited most often, how long visitors stay on pages, and any error messages encountered.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number | 2 years | Cookie |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state for Google Analytics 4 | 2 years | Cookie |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users for analytics purposes | 24 hours | Cookie |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate to limit data collection | 1 minute | Cookie |
📢Marketing CookiesRequires Consent
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track ad campaign performance across different websites. They may be set by us or by third-party advertising partners.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _gcl_au | Google Ads | Stores conversion information for Google Ads | 90 days | Cookie |
| _fbp | Meta/Facebook | Identifies browsers for advertising purposes | 90 days | Cookie |
How to Manage Cookies in Your Browser
In addition to our cookie consent tool, you can manage cookies through your browser settings:
- • Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- • Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- • Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions
Please note: Blocking or deleting necessary cookies may affect the functionality of our website and you may not be able to access certain features or your account.
Third-Party Services
We work with the following third-party service providers who may set cookies:
- Google Analytics – Website analytics and performance measurement
- Google Tag Manager – Tag management and analytics orchestration
- Supabase – Authentication and database services
Each of these providers has their own privacy policy which you can review for more information about how they process data.
Legal Basis
Our use of cookies is governed by:
- • UK GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation as incorporated into UK law)
- • PECR (Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003)
- • EU GDPR (for visitors from the European Economic Area)
For necessary cookies, we rely on our legitimate interest in operating a functional website. For analytics and marketing cookies, we rely on your consent which you can withdraw at any time.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect new practices, tools, or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will update the consent version which will prompt you to review and confirm your preferences again.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
- Email: privacy@safesites360.com
- General Enquiries: info@safesites360.com
This Cookie Policy is part of our comprehensive privacy framework. Please also review our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.