This policy explains what cookies we use on our website, why we use them, and how you can control them — in compliance with UK PECR and the ICO's guidance on cookies.
UK Law: Under the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and UK GDPR, we are required to obtain your consent before placing any non-essential cookies on your device. You can withdraw your consent at any time using the preference panel below.
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to website owners.
Cookies cannot carry viruses or install malware on your computer. The data stored in a cookie is specific to the website that placed it and cannot be read by other websites.
We use cookies to:
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They do not store personally identifiable information. Under UK law, these do not require your consent.
These help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information. We use this to improve website performance and content. These cookies require your consent.
These cookies track your visit to our website and other sites to show you relevant advertisements. We do not currently use marketing cookies. If this changes, we will update this policy and ask for your consent.
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| sss_cookie_consent | Essential | Stores your cookie consent preferences so we don't ask again | 12 months |
| sss_session | Essential | Maintains your website session | Session (deleted when browser closes) |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Analytics | Google Analytics — maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics — distinguishes users | 24 hours |
We do not currently use any marketing, advertising or social media cookies.
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear asking you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Your choice is saved for 12 months.
Under UK PECR and ICO guidance, we require freely given, specific, informed and unambiguous consent for non-essential cookies. This means:
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
Browser-specific guidance:
Please note: Disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
Use the panel below to update your cookie preferences at any time:
If you have consented to analytics cookies, Google Analytics will be used to help us understand website usage. Google may process your data on servers outside the UK. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.
We do not allow other third parties to place cookies on our website without your explicit consent.
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time in line with changes to the cookies we use or applicable legislation. When we make changes, we will update the date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, show you a new consent notice.
For questions about our use of cookies or to exercise your rights:
Sharks Security Service & Intelligence Bureau Ltd
212-214 Farnham Road, Slough, SL1 4XJ, United Kingdom
Email: info@sharkssecurityservices.co.uk
ICO: ico.org.uk