Cookie Policy

Effective Date: 4th April 2025
Last Updated: 4th April 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how DPA Cloud Services Ltd ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our websites and platforms (collectively referred to as the "Website"). It describes what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can control them in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

We value your privacy and are committed to being transparent about the technologies we use.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the site owners. Cookies can be classified by their function, duration, and origin.

Types of Cookies We Use:
TypeDescription
Strictly Necessary CookiesEssential for the website to function (e.g. session management, security). Cannot be switched off.
Performance / Analytics CookiesHelp us understand how users interact with the website (e.g. page views, navigation patterns).
Functional CookiesEnable enhanced features like remembering preferences or settings.
Targeting / Advertising CookiesTrack browsing habits and display relevant ads or content. Not used unless explicitly stated and consented.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • To maintain secure sessions during your visit
  • To store your cookie consent preferences
  • To monitor and improve website performance
  • To analyse visitor behaviour and usage trends
  • To support service functionality, such as remembering login or display preferences
  • To enable integration with third-party services (e.g. analytics tools or embedded content)

4. Cookies in Use

NameProviderPurposeDurationType
cookie_consentDPA Cloud ServicesStores your cookie preferences1 yearStrictly Necessary
_ga, _gidGoogle Analytics*Tracks user behaviour for analytics1 day to 2 yearsAnalytics
csrftokenDPA Cloud ServicesCross-site request forgery protectionSessionStrictly Necessary
sessionidDPA Cloud ServicesMaintains session login stateSessionStrictly Necessary
lang_prefDPA Cloud ServicesStores user’s language choice1 monthFunctional

*If enabled. Google Analytics anonymisation is applied (_anonymizeIP) for GDPR compliance.

Other third-party cookies may be introduced if embedded content (e.g. YouTube, social media widgets) is used on the site.

6. Third-Party Cookies & Tracking Technologies

We may use third-party tools and services that set their own cookies (e.g., analytics platforms, embedded videos, customer support widgets). These providers may use cookies to collect information about your browsing habits across multiple sites and build a user profile.

Where such cookies are non-essential, they will not be placed without your explicit consent.

7. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

Our website currently does not respond to Do Not Track (DNT) signals sent by your browser. However, we respect your cookie settings and consent preferences as indicated in our cookie banner or management tool.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in the law, technology, or how we use cookies. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page will be amended accordingly. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies and similar technologies, please contact: