Effective Date: June 9, 2025
CAD Drafting Services UK, operated by Optimar Precon (“we,” “us,” or “our”), uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, https://caddraftingservices.co.uk, to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site performance, and ensure functionality. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences, in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit our website. They help us remember your preferences, understand site usage, and improve functionality. Similar technologies, like pixels or local storage, may also be used.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function, such as maintaining your session or enabling navigation. These cannot be disabled.
- Analytics Cookies: Collect anonymized data about how you use our site (e.g., pages visited, time spent), helping us improve performance. Example: Google Analytics.
- Functional Cookies: Enhance your experience by remembering preferences, such as cookie consent settings.
- Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver personalized ads or content.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure our website operates smoothly (e.g., navigating between pages).
- Analyze site traffic and user behavior to improve content and performance.
- Remember your preferences, such as cookie consent choices.
4. Legal Basis for Using Cookies
Under UK GDPR, we use cookies based on:
- Consent: For non-essential cookies (analytics, functional, marketing), we obtain your explicit consent via our cookie banner.
- Legitimate Interest: For essential cookies necessary for website operation.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services, such as:
- Google Analytics: To track anonymized usage data. See Google’s Privacy Policy for details.
These third parties are bound by GDPR-compliant agreements to protect your data.
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control cookies via:
- Our Cookie Banner: When you first visit our site, use the consent banner to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality. Instructions for major browsers:
7. Data Retention
Cookies are stored for varying periods:
- Session Cookies: Expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Remain until deleted or expired (e.g., Google Analytics cookies may last up to 2 years).
For more details, see our Privacy Policy.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Updates will be posted here with a revised “Effective Date.”
9. Contact Us
For questions about this Cookie Policy, contact:
Optimar Precon (CAD Drafting Services UK)
Email: support@optimarprecon.com
23 ALINGTON GROVE
SURREY, SM6 9NH
United Kingdom
You may also contact the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at https://ico.org.uk.