Cookie Policy
Last updated: 14 July 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how The Easy Drop uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website. Learn about what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can control them.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
Cookies contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive. They help us recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions on our website.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several purposes:
- Essential Functionality: To enable basic website functions and security features
- User Experience: To remember your preferences and settings
- Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website and improve our services
- Performance: To monitor website performance and loading times
- Marketing: To deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.
Examples:
- Session management cookies
- Security cookies to prevent fraud
- Load balancing cookies
- Cookie consent preferences
Duration: Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or up to 1 year
Can be disabled: No - these are essential for the website to work
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
Examples:
- Google Analytics cookies
- Page view tracking
- User journey analysis
- Performance monitoring
Duration: Up to 2 years
Can be disabled: Yes - through browser settings or our cookie preferences
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and choices.
Examples:
- Language preferences
- Theme settings (dark/light mode)
- Form data retention
- User interface preferences
Duration: Up to 1 year
Can be disabled: Yes - but some features may not work properly
Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement.
Examples:
- Social media tracking pixels
- Advertising network cookies
- Retargeting cookies
- Conversion tracking
Duration: Up to 1 year
Can be disabled: Yes - through browser settings or our cookie preferences
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services. We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:
- Google Analytics: For website analytics and performance monitoring
- Google Maps: For location services and mapping functionality
- Social Media Platforms: For social sharing buttons and embedded content
- Payment Processors: For secure payment processing
- Customer Support Tools: For live chat and support functionality
These third-party services have their own privacy policies and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete existing cookies
- Set up notifications when cookies are being sent
Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Opt-Out Tools
You can also use these tools to opt out of certain types of cookies:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Advertising: Your Online Choices
- Network Advertising: NAI Opt-out Tool
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, please note that:
- Some features of our website may not function properly
- You may need to re-enter information more frequently
- Your user experience may be less personalized
- Some services may not be available
- You may see less relevant advertisements
Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function, but you can control other types of cookies through your browser settings.
Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our website, or by contacting us directly.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons.
When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Contact Us About Cookies
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 020 8108 0735
Address: The Easy Drop, Data Protection Officer, London, UK
We will be happy to help you understand our cookie practices and assist with any concerns you may have.