Effective Date: 30th July 2025
Website: securityguards.org.uk
This Cookie Policy explains how SecurityGuards.org.uk uses cookies and similar technologies to recognise you when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and how you can control them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site.
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies – temporary, and deleted once you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies – stored on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Analyse how our website is used (via Google Analytics)
- Serve personalised and relevant ads (via Google Ads and Facebook Pixel)
- Track affiliate link clicks and conversions (AWIN, Get Licensed)
- Improve site functionality and user experience
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems.
Analytics & Performance Cookies
Used to collect anonymous data about how visitors use our website, helping us understand performance and improve content.
- Provider: Google Analytics
Advertising & Tracking Cookies
Used to show you more relevant ads, measure campaign performance, and enable retargeting.
- Providers: Google Ads, Facebook Pixel
- These cookies may track your browsing across different websites.
Affiliate Tracking Cookies
Used to track when you click affiliate links and make purchases on third-party sites. This enables us to earn commission.
- Providers: AWIN, Get Licensed
4. Managing Cookies
You can manage or disable cookies in your browser settings:
- Google Chrome:
Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data - Safari:
Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data - Firefox:
Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data - Edge:
Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Please note: disabling cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of the website.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party services integrated into our site (e.g. embedded content, ads, analytics). We do not control the setting of these cookies. Please refer to the respective privacy and cookie policies:
6. Your Consent
By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. Upon first visit, a banner will inform you of our use of cookies and allow you to accept or manage preferences.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our use of cookies or applicable law. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date”.
8. Contact Us
For any questions about our Cookie Policy or your data, contact: