Cookie Policy
Last updated: 20 June 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Bike Wreckers Ltd, trading as Bike Wreckers ("we", "us", "our"), uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
We use cookies in accordance with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and the UK GDPR.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site work, remember your preferences, and provide information to the site owner. We also use similar technologies such as pixels, tags and local storage — we refer to all of these as "cookies" in this policy.
Cookies may be:
- First-party (set by us) or third-party (set by another organisation, e.g. an analytics provider);
- Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (which remain for a set period).
2. How we ask for your consent
When you first visit our website, we show a cookie banner. Strictly necessary cookies are always active because the site cannot function without them. All other cookies (functional, analytics and marketing) are only set after you give consent. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time via the "Cookie settings" link in the website footer.
3. Types of cookies we use
3.1 Strictly necessary cookies
These are essential for the website to work — for example, keeping items in your basket, processing checkout, and maintaining security. They do not require consent.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session / basket | Maintains your session and basket | Session |
| Security token | Protects against cross-site request forgery | Session |
| Cookie consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | [TBC: e.g. 6–12 months] |
3.2 Functional cookies
These remember choices you make to improve your experience (e.g. region or display preferences). Set only with your consent.
3.3 Analytics / performance cookies
These help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it. Set only with your consent. [TBC: list the specific analytics cookies you use, e.g. Google Analytics _ga, _ga_*.]
3.4 Marketing / advertising cookies
These may be used to show you relevant adverts or measure campaign performance. Set only with your consent. [TBC: list any marketing/advertising cookies you use, e.g. Meta Pixel, Google Ads.]
4. Managing cookies in your browser
You can also control cookies through your browser settings, including blocking or deleting them. Be aware that blocking strictly necessary cookies may stop parts of the website working. Guidance for common browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Safari: Settings → Privacy
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
To opt out of Google Analytics across all websites, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
5. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or in the law. Any changes will be posted here with a revised "Last updated" date.
6. Contact us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, contact us at info@bikewreckers.co.uk.