Cookie Policy
SGC Glass Ltd
Last updated: 30 January 2026

  1. Introduction

SGC Glass Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies (“cookies”) on our website at www.sgcglass.com (the “Site”) to improve your experience, ensure the Site functions properly, and (where consented) for analytics and marketing.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use, why, and how you can manage them. It complements our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.

We comply with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR, as amended by the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025), UK GDPR, and ICO guidance.

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, phone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help the Site remember information about your visit.

  1. Types of Cookies We Use

We classify cookies as follows:

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies
    These are essential for the Site to function and provide services you request (e.g., navigating pages, security, or remembering form inputs during a session).
    • Lawful basis: Exempt from consent under PECR (strictly necessary exemption).
    • Examples: Session management, load balancing, basic security tokens.
    • Duration: Mostly session-based (deleted when browser closes) or short-term.
      These cannot be disabled without breaking Site functionality.
  • Analytics / Performance Cookies
    These help us understand how visitors use the Site (e.g., pages visited, time spent) to improve performance and user experience. Data is usually aggregated/anonymised.
    • Lawful basis: Consent required under PECR (and UK GDPR legitimate interests where personal data processed).
    • Examples: Google Analytics (or similar) to track visitor numbers and behaviour.
    • Duration: Typically 2 years or less (configurable).
  • Marketing / Advertising Cookies
    These (if used) track your activity to show relevant content or ads (including via third parties). We may use them for retargeting or measuring campaign effectiveness.
    • Lawful basis: Consent required under PECR.
    • Examples: Third-party pixels for social media or email campaign tracking (if applicable).
    • Duration: Varies (up to several years).
  • Functional Cookies
    These remember choices you make (e.g., language, preferences) to enhance usability.
    • Lawful basis: Consent required (unless strictly necessary).
    • Duration: Persistent (e.g., 1 year).

We do not currently use profiling or high-risk tracking cookies beyond basic analytics. If we add new categories, we will update this policy.

  1. Our Cookie List

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Cookie Name

Provider

Purpose

Type

Duration

_ga, _gid

Google Analytics

Counts visitors, tracks pages

Analytics

2 years / session

PHPSESSID

Our server

Maintains session

Strictly Necessary

Session

cookie_consent

Our CMP

Stores your consent choices

Strictly Necessary

1 year

_fbp

Facebook Pixel (if used)

Marketing tracking

Marketing

3 months

For full, up-to-date details, see the consent banner or your browser settings.

  1. How We Obtain Consent and Provide Controls
  • When you first visit the Site, a cookie banner appears with clear options: Accept All, Reject All (non-essential), or Manage Preferences (granular control over categories).
  • Consent is obtained via affirmative action (e.g., clicking “Accept” or toggling on). It is freely given, specific, informed, and easy to withdraw.
  • You can change or withdraw consent anytime.
  • Rejecting non-essential cookies does not prevent Site access (no “cookie walls”).
  • For strictly necessary cookies, no consent is needed, but we inform you.

If you use browser settings to block cookies, some features may not work.

  1. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third parties (e.g., Google for analytics). We only allow those with your consent (where required). Third parties process data under their policies — see links in the cookie list or our Privacy Policy.

  1. Managing and Deleting Cookies
  • Use our consent manager to update preferences.
  • Block/delete via browser settings (e.g., Chrome: Settings > Privacy > Cookies; similar for other browsers).
  • Note: Deleting may require re-consent on return visits.
  1. Changes to This Policy

We may update this policy (e.g., for new cookies, law changes like DUAA implementations). Check the “Last updated” date. Material changes will be notified via banner or Site notice.

  1. Contact Us

For questions about cookies or consent: info@sgcglass.com, 020 8153 1690, or write to SGC GLASS LTD, Valentine House, Fulmar Way, Wickford, Essex, SS11 8YW Attn: Privacy.

Thank you for visiting SGC Glass Ltd.