Cookie Policy
Last updated: September 11, 2025
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work more efficiently and to provide reporting information.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, IT AND ACCOUNTING LIMITED) are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use first-party and third-party cookies for several reasons:
- Essential cookies: These are required for the website to function properly
- Performance cookies: These help us understand how visitors interact with our website
- Functionality cookies: These enable enhanced functionality and personalization
- Targeting cookies: These may be used to deliver relevant content and advertisements
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary to provide you with services available through our website and to use some of its features.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences.
4. How to Control Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies:
Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in our website footer.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Site permissions > Cookies and site data
Third-Party Tools
You can also use third-party tools and browser extensions to manage cookies and tracking technologies.
5. What Happens When You Disable Cookies
If you disable cookies, please note that:
- Some parts of our website may not function properly
- You may need to re-enter information when you visit our site
- We may not be able to remember your preferences
- Your user experience may be less personalized
- Some features may not work as intended
6. Cookies and Personal Data
Some cookies may contain personal data. When this is the case, we will treat this data in accordance with our Privacy Policy. The legal bases for processing personal data through cookies include:
- Legitimate Interest: For analytics and performance cookies
- Consent: For non-essential cookies where consent is required
- Necessary for Service: For essential cookies required for website functionality
7. Third-Party Cookies
Our website may include third-party services that set their own cookies. These may include:
- Analytics services (such as website statistics tools)
- Social media plugins and widgets
- Live chat and customer support tools
- Content delivery networks
These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review.
8. International Data Transfers
Some of our third-party service providers may be located outside your country of residence. When cookies involve the transfer of personal data internationally, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data.
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
10. Contact Us About Cookies
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
IT AND ACCOUNTING LIMITED
Email: [email protected]
Address: 110 Maldon Road, Great Baddow, Chelmsford, England, CM2 7DH
Company Registration: 15393286
11. Cookie Preferences Center
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using the controls below: