Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Matt Ward Web Design ("Company", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website: https://www.mattward.work ("Website"). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and how you can control them.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They're used to make websites function, work more efficiently, and provide useful information to the website owner.

First-party cookies are set by us. Third-party cookies are set by others and allow features such as advertising and analytics. These third parties may recognise your device across different websites.

Why do we use cookies?

We use cookies for different reasons:

• Essential cookies: needed for our website to function.
• Analytics cookies: help us understand how our website is used.
• Advertising cookies: allow us to show you relevant ads.

Some cookies also help us personalise your experience and remember your preferences.

How can you control cookies?

You can set your browser to accept or reject cookies. If you reject cookies, parts of our website may not function as intended.

You can also:

• Delete cookies from your browser
• Block cookies entirely
• Set preferences using your browser settings

For more details, see browser-specific guidance at the bottom of this policy.

Cookies we use

Analytics and customisation cookies

Used to understand how the site is used and improve your experience.

• Name: ga
  Provider: mattward.work
  Expires: 1 year 1 month 4 days
  Type: http_cookie
  Service: Google Analytics
• Name: gid
  Provider: mattward.work
  Expires: 1 day
  Type: http_cookie
  Service: Google Analytics
• Name: gat
  Provider: mattward.work
  Expires: 1 minute
  Type: http_cookie
  Service: Google Analytics

Advertising cookies

Used to make ads more relevant to you.

• Name: IDE
  Provider: doubleclick.net
  Expires: 1 year 24 days
  Type: http_cookie
  Service: DoubleClick_
• Name: test_cookie
  Provider: doubleclick.net
  Expires: 15 minutes
  Type: http_cookie
  Service: DoubleClick_

Unclassified cookies

These are cookies we are still categorising.

• Name: cookie_consent_status
  Provider: eightpixel.co.uk
  Expires: 6 months
  Type: http_cookie

Browser controls

Each browser handles cookies differently. You can visit their help sections to find out how to adjust your cookie preferences:

• Chrome
• Safari
• Firefox
• Edge

Other tracking technologies

We may also use technologies like web beacons (also called "pixels"). These help us see if you’ve visited certain pages or opened our emails. These technologies often rely on cookies to work, so disabling cookies can limit their function.

Flash cookies & Local Storage

We don’t currently use Flash Cookies or Local Shared Objects, but your Flash Player settings can be adjusted if needed at Adobe’s website.

Targeted advertising

We may work with third parties to show relevant ads across other websites. These partners may collect browsing data via cookies and similar tools.

Changes to this policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be published here with a new “last updated” date.

Contact us

For any questions about this policy or your data:

Matt Ward Web Design
Trinity Church, 14A Queen Square
Bath, England, BA1 2HN
Email: matt@eightpixel.co.uk

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