Waste Collection Queen's Park Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Waste Collection Queen's Park uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It sets out what cookies are, the types of cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control your cookie preferences. By continuing to use our website after being presented with our cookie notice, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site recognise your device and store certain information about your visit. Some cookies are necessary for the site to function correctly, while others support performance monitoring, site improvements, and marketing activities.

Types of Cookies We Use

We use several categories of cookies on the Waste Collection Queen's Park website. These include essential cookies, analytics cookies, and marketing cookies. Each type serves a different purpose and may be set by us or by carefully selected third parties acting on our behalf.

Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are required for the basic operation of our website. Without these cookies, the site may not function properly and certain services you request cannot be provided. These cookies enable core features such as page navigation, secure areas of the site, and the correct display of content.

Essential cookies may remember actions you take, such as submitting forms or adjusting privacy preferences, so that our site can respond appropriately. Because they are necessary for the website to work, essential cookies cannot generally be disabled through our internal settings, although you may still block them through your browser settings. Doing so may impact the functionality and reliability of the site.

Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use our website. They collect information such as which pages are visited, how long users stay on each page, and any error messages encountered. This data is aggregated and does not directly identify individual users.

We use analytics cookies to monitor website performance, identify trends, and improve the user experience. For example, they help us understand whether users can find key information about our waste collection services quickly and easily, and whether our site loads efficiently on different devices. The insights we gain from analytics cookies enable us to refine our content, navigation, and technical performance over time.

Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies are used to deliver content that is more relevant to your interests. They may be set by us or by our marketing partners to build a profile of your interests based on how you use our website. This information can then be used to show you more targeted information about our services on other websites or platforms.

Marketing cookies can also help us measure the effectiveness of our promotional campaigns, for example by indicating whether you visited our site after viewing an advertisement. These cookies typically track your browsing activity across different websites but do not store information such as your name or direct contact details.

Performance Monitoring and Site Improvement

Performance monitoring is a central reason for our use of cookies, particularly analytics cookies. By measuring page load times, navigation paths, and interaction rates, we can identify technical issues and fix them promptly. This helps us maintain a stable and responsive website, ensuring that information about collection schedules, service areas, and contact details is available when you need it.

The information collected through performance monitoring is used to improve how the site works overall, not to analyse the behaviour of any specific individual. Our goal is to provide a smooth, efficient, and informative online experience for all residents and businesses using Waste Collection Queen's Park services.

Your Cookie Choices and Control

You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways. Many browsers allow you to view, delete, or block cookies, either for all websites or for specific sites. You can usually find these controls in your browser settings under options such as privacy or security.

If you choose to disable certain types of cookies, particularly essential cookies, some parts of our website may not function correctly or may become inaccessible. Disabling analytics or marketing cookies will not affect the basic operation of the site but may reduce our ability to improve our services or provide you with more relevant information.

By adjusting your browser settings and continuing to use our website, you can control the level of data that is collected about your visit. We encourage you to review your cookie settings regularly to ensure they reflect your current preferences.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legislation, technology, or how we use cookies. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically so you remain informed about how Waste Collection Queen's Park uses cookies and how you can manage your preferences.