What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and understand how you use the site. Some cookies are essential for the website to function; others help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it.
How We Use Cookies
The FirstPickUp website uses a minimal number of cookies. We do not use cookies for advertising or for tracking across other websites.
Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| fp_cookie | Stores your cookie consent preference so the banner does not reappear | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies (Optional)
If you consent to analytics cookies, we may use the following to understand how visitors use our site. These are only set if you accept analytics cookies on our cookie banner.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users for analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state for analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics |
Note: Analytics cookies are only active if and when we add Google Analytics to our website. At the current time, no analytics cookies are set.
Managing Your Cookies
When you first visit our website, a cookie banner gives you the option to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the site.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:
- 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
Blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of some websites, including this one.
Third-Party Cookies
We do not allow third-party advertising cookies on our website. If we embed third-party content in the future, we will update this policy accordingly and obtain your consent where required.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available at this URL.
Contact
For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at hello@firstpickup.co.uk.