Cookie Policy
Effective Date: 10/07/2026
Last Updated: 10/07/2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how AR Builders Kernow (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.arbuilders-kernow.co.uk.
This policy explains what cookies are, why we use them, and how you can control them.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function correctly, improve user experience, remember preferences, and provide information about how visitors use a website.
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies, which remain on your device until they expire or are deleted.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be switched off. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, security, and access to secure areas.
Examples include:
- User session management
- Security and fraud prevention
- Cookie preference storage
- Load balancing
These cookies do not require your consent.
Functional Cookies
These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make, such as language preferences or previously entered information, to improve your experience.
These cookies are only used with your consent where required.
Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so that we can improve its performance.
For example, they may collect information about:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Navigation paths
- Errors encountered
Where analytics cookies are used, they will only be placed after you have given your consent.
Marketing Cookies
Marketing cookies track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements and measure advertising effectiveness.
These cookies are only used if you choose to accept them.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed by third-party providers whose services we use, for example:
- Google Analytics
- Google Maps
- Meta (Facebook)
These providers may collect information about your browsing activity in accordance with their own privacy policies.
We recommend reviewing their privacy and cookie policies for further information.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customise your cookie preferences
You may change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link available on our website.
You can also manage or delete cookies through your browser settings.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website.
6. Legal Basis
Under UK data protection law and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), we:
- Use strictly necessary cookies without consent where required for the operation of the website.
- Obtain your consent before placing analytics, functionality, advertising, or other non-essential cookies on your device.
You may withdraw your consent at any time.
7. Cookie List
The cookies used on this website may include:
| Cookie | Purpose | Type | Duration |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | Necessary | 6 months |
| session_id | Maintains user session | Necessary | Session |
| _ga | Distinguishes website visitors | Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics reporting | Analytics | 24 hours |
| _gat | Limits request rate | Analytics | 1 minute |
This list may change as our website develops.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our use of cookies.
Any updates will be published on this page together with the revised “Last Updated” date.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact:
AR Builders Kernow
Email: privacy@arbuilders-kernow.co.uk
Address: 1 Florence Court, Fraddon, Cornwall TR9 6FG
If you have concerns about how we process personal data, you may also contact the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
Business Name: AR Builders
Website: www.arbuilders-kernow.co.uk
Email: privacy@arbuilders-kernow.co.uk