Cookies Policy
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how London Metal Recycling (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://londonmetalrecycling.co.uk/. This policy provides you with clear and comprehensive information about the cookies we use and the purposes for using them.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide valuable information to website owners.
They help us to:
- Make our website work as you’d expect
- Remember your settings during and between visits
- Improve the speed and security of the site
- Allow you to share pages with social networks
- Continuously improve our website for you
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use different types of cookies for various reasons. The cookies used on our website fall into the following categories:
3.1 Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. You may disable these by changing your browser settings, but this may affect how the website functions.
| Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|
| Maintains your session across page requests | Session |
| Helps prevent Cross-Site Request Forgery attacks | Session |
| Records your cookie preferences | 1 year |
3.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
| Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|
| Remembers language preferences | 30 days |
| Remembers your approximate location for relevant content | 30 days |
| Remembers user interface preferences | 90 days |
3.3 Analytical/Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site.
| Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|
| Google Analytics cookie used to distinguish users | 2 years |
| Google Analytics cookie used to distinguish users | 24 hours |
| Google Analytics cookie used to throttle request rate | 1 minute |
3.4 Marketing/Targeting Cookies
These cookies record your visit to our website, the pages you have visited, and the links you have followed. We use this information to make our website and the advertising displayed on it more relevant to your interests.
| Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|
| Facebook pixel tracking cookie | 90 days |
| Stores ad preferences | 90 days |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third parties on our website. These third parties may include:
- Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. You can learn more about Google Analytics cookies by visiting Google’s privacy policy.
- Social Media Platforms: If you use social sharing buttons on our website, these platforms may set cookies on your device. Please refer to their respective privacy policies for more information.
- Payment Processors: For purchases of used parts, payment processors may use cookies to ensure secure transactions.
5. Managing Cookies
5.1 Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking on the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer of our website.
5.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences. You can:
- Delete cookies from your device
- Block cookies by activating the setting on your browser that allows you to refuse all or some cookies
- Set your browser to notify you when you receive a cookie
Please note that if you choose to block all cookies (including essential cookies), you may not be able to access all or parts of our website.
Here are links to instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:
5.3 Controlling Analytics Cookies
To opt out of being tracked by Google Analytics across all websites, visit Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Changes to Our Cookie Policy
We may update our Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to periodically review this page to stay informed about how we are using cookies.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy, please contact us:
London Metal Recycling
Address: Alperton, Wembley, London
Phone: 0208 997 8787
Email: admin@londonautoparts.co.uk
Last updated: March 2025