Last Updated: September 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Quality Care Zone (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://www.qualitycarezone.co.uk.
We use cookies to improve your browsing experience, analyse website performance, and provide personalised content. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy, which explains how we handle personal data.
By continuing to browse our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy unless you choose to disable them through your browser settings.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently and provide information to website owners about user activity.
Cookies do not give us access to your computer or any information beyond what you choose to share.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on our website:
a. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be switched off. They enable core functions such as page navigation, secure login, and access to protected areas.
Examples: session cookies, security cookies.
b. Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our site — such as which pages are visited most often — helping us improve content and user experience.
Examples: Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid).
We may use Google Analytics to track anonymous website usage data. Data collected does not identify individual visitors.
c. Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable our website to remember user preferences (such as region, language, or cookie consent choices) to provide a more personalised experience.
d. Targeting or Advertising Cookies
We may use these cookies to deliver more relevant advertising based on your browsing activity. They may be placed on our site by trusted third-party services such as Google Ads or social media platforms.
You can opt out of personalised advertising by visiting:
https://adssettings.google.com/
4. Cookies We May Use
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Necessary | Maintains session data during your visit | Session |
| _ga, _gid | Analytics | Tracks website usage and performance | 1–2 years |
| cookie_notice_accepted | Functional | Remembers if you’ve accepted cookies | 1 year |
| _fbp | Advertising | Facebook Pixel tracking for marketing | 3 months |
(The above list may be updated periodically as our site features evolve.)
5. How We Use Cookie Information
We use cookie data to:
- Ensure website functionality and security
- Analyse website performance and usage trends
- Improve user experience and navigation
- Deliver relevant content and marketing
- Remember your preferences (language, cookie consent, etc.)
We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal information such as health, financial, or care details.
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third parties, such as:
- Google Analytics (website analytics)
- Google Ads / Facebook Pixel (advertising performance)
- Embedded content providers (e.g., maps, videos, forms)
These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their policies for further details.
7. Managing and Disabling Cookies
You can manage or delete cookies through your browser settings at any time.
To manage cookies:
- Visit your browser’s “Settings” or “Preferences” page.
- Adjust cookie permissions or delete stored cookies.
- You can also use browser plug-ins to block tracking cookies.
If you disable cookies, some website features may not function as intended.
For detailed instructions, visit:
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes to our website or cookie usage. The revised version will always be posted on this page with the updated “Last Updated” date.
9. Contact Us
For questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact:
Quality Care Zone
Unit 64, Britannia Way,
Britannia Enterprise Park, Lichfield,
Staffordshire, WS14 9UY
Email: info@qualitycarezone.co.uk
Phone: +44 7491 305775