cookies

. . .and how they work

First of all, what is a cookie?   A 'cookie' is a small file placed on your computer's hard drive or mobile device when you first visit our website.

We use a Google Analytics cookie, which identifies the pages being viewed, and how frequently.   It also records the search terms that visitors used to find us, or the link they followed, which allows us to analyse web page traffic and optimise the site accordingly.

What else does it do?   It tells us about your device;  (the Operating System, screen shape & size, resolution etc.) so that the pages display correctly. . .  which is why you will see the 'Cookie Permissions' box again if you access the site from a different device!

Is it safe?   Ours is a simple 'traffic log' cookie, which cannot harm your computer!   It does NOT give us access to your computer or any of your personal information.   We CANNOT see your name, IP address or email, details of any other sites you may have visited or your general online activity.

TO ACCEPT OR DECLINE?

You can choose to accept or decline cookies when you first enter the site.   Your choice will not affect the way the website functions, but clicking on ACCEPT cookies will allow pages to be displayed according to the capabilities of the device you are using;  mobile 'phone, tablet, laptop, desktop PC or SMART TV.

(If you'd like to learn more about cookies, or how to manage them, visit aboutcookies.org.)

privacy

At ARD, we take the privacy of our customers very seriously and, as demanded by our Professional Certification, ARD is fully compliant with all statutory requirements of GDPR  (General Data Protection Regulations).   As a part of this commitment we NEVER share your information with any third party without your prior, written, consent.

Statement of Lawful Basis:   ARD holds and / or processes your data because we have entered into a business communication or contract, or you have requested to receive communications from us.

Storage and security of your data:   The only data we hold is that which is exchanged in the normal course of business  (your name, address, telephone number, email etc.) and is securely stored according to best practice in the sector.

Individual rights requests:   Under GDPR you have the right to be informed about the data we hold.   You also have the right to request that we erase your data, and the right to object to ARD holding any and all of your data.

Making a Rights Request is very straightforward and we'll be happy to help.   Email ARD at dave@waspman.uk, call 07533 915 640, or write to us at the address below.