Lloyd Roberts Renewables

Effective Date: 20 February 2026
Last Updated: 20 February 2026


1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Lloyd Roberts Renewables ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website:

https://www.lloydrobertsrenewables.co.uk

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.

By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy and applicable law.


2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help:

Enable essential website functionality;
Improve performance and user experience;
Remember your preferences;
Provide analytics insights;
Support interactive features like maps and contact forms.

Cookies may be:

First-party cookies — set directly by our website; or
Third-party cookies — set by external service providers (e.g., Google Maps).

Cookies can be:

Session cookies — deleted when you close your browser; or
Persistent cookies — remain on your device until they expire or you delete them.


3. Cookies We Use on This Website

We use the following categories of cookies:

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

Purpose: Essential for website functionality, security, and contact form operation. These cannot be disabled without affecting how the site works.

Examples include:
- Session management cookies
- Security and anti-spam cookies (form protection)
- Cookie consent preference cookies (remembers your cookie choices)

Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (required for website operation and security under UK GDPR)
Duration: Session or up to 12 months
Provider: Lloyd Roberts Renewables (first-party)

These cookies are essential and do not require consent under PECR.

3.2 Functional Cookies - Google Maps

Purpose: Enable interactive map functionality on our website to help you locate our services and find directions.

Provider: Google LLC
Cookies Set: NID, CONSENT, 1P_JAR, DV (and other Google Maps cookies)
Duration: Varies (typically 6 months to 2 years)
Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Google Maps cookies may collect:
- Location data (if you interact with the map)
- Browser and device information
- IP address

Legal Basis: Consent (required under PECR for third-party functional cookies)

You can control Google Maps cookies by:
- Blocking third-party cookies in your browser
- Not interacting with embedded maps
- Using browser privacy settings

Note: Blocking these cookies will prevent interactive maps from functioning, but you can still view our address and contact details.

3.3 Analytics and Performance Cookies

We do not currently use analytics cookies such as Google Analytics.

If this changes in the future, we will:
- Update this Cookie Policy
- Obtain your consent before deployment
- Provide opt-out options

3.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

We do not use marketing or advertising cookies.

We do not:
- Track you across other websites
- Use retargeting or remarketing cookies
- Deploy advertising pixels

If this changes in the future, we will update this Cookie Policy and obtain your explicit consent before deployment.

3.5 Contact Form Cookies

Our Mobirise contact form may set temporary cookies to:

Prevent spam and abuse;
Maintain form session data;
Ensure successful message delivery.

These are considered strictly necessary for form functionality.

Duration: Session or short-term (typically minutes to hours)
Provider: Lloyd Roberts Renewables / Mobirise platform
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (security and functionality)

3.6 Summary Table

Cookie Type  | Purpose | Provider | Consent Required | Duration
--------------|----------|----------|--------------------|----------
Strictly Necessary | Website functionality, security, forms | Lloyd Roberts Renewables | No | Session to 12 months
Google Maps | Interactive maps and directions | Google LLC | Yes (PECR) | 6 months to 2 years
Analytics | Not currently used | N/A | N/A | N/A
Marketing | Not currently used | N/A | N/A | N/A

4. How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences

You have full control over how cookies are used on your device.

4.1 Managing Cookies on Our Website

Currently, our website uses:
- Essential cookies (cannot be disabled)
- Google Maps cookies (can be blocked via browser settings)

If we introduce a cookie consent banner in the future, you will be able to accept or reject non-essential cookies before they are set.

4.2 Managing Cookies via Your Browser

All major browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings.

Google Chrome
1. Open Settings → Privacy and Security
2. Select Cookies and other site data
3. Choose "Block third-party cookies" to prevent Google Maps cookies
4. Or select "See all site data and permissions" to delete specific cookies

Microsoft Edge
1. Open Settings → Privacy, Search, and Services
2. Select Tracking Prevention
3. Choose Balanced or Strict to block third-party cookies
4. Or go to Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies

Mozilla Firefox
1. Open Settings → Privacy & Security
2. Select Enhanced Tracking Protection
3. Choose Strict to block most third-party cookies
4. Or select "Manage Data" under Cookies and Site Data to delete specific cookies

Safari
1. Open Preferences → Privacy
2. Enable "Prevent cross-site tracking"
3. Select "Block all cookies" for maximum protection
4. Or choose "Manage Website Data" to remove specific cookies

Mobile Browsers
- iOS Safari: Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies or Prevent Cross-Site Tracking
- Android Chrome: Settings → Site Settings → Cookies → Block third-party cookies

4.3 Deleting Existing Cookies

To delete cookies already stored on your device:

1. Open your browser settings
2. Navigate to Privacy, Security, or History
3. Select Clear Browsing Data or Delete Cookies
4. Choose the time range (e.g., "All time") and confirm deletion
5. Restart your browser if required

Note: Deleting cookies will reset your website preferences. Our contact form and essential site functions will continue to work.


5. Impact of Blocking Cookies

If you disable or block cookies:

✓ Strictly Necessary Cookies
- Website functionality may be impaired
- Contact forms may not work properly
- Security features may be disabled

✓ Google Maps Cookies
- Interactive maps will not function
- You can still view our address: 3 Lordsgate Lane, Burscough, Ormskirk L40 7UR
- You can manually enter our address in your GPS or mapping app

We respect your choices, but please note that blocking essential cookies may prevent you from using certain website features.


6. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers offer "Do Not Track" (DNT) settings. While we respect user privacy preferences, there is currently no industry-wide standard for responding to DNT signals.

To enhance your privacy:

Enable "Block third-party cookies" in your browser settings;
Use privacy-focused browser extensions;
Regularly clear your browser cookies and cache.


7. Your Data Protection Rights

Under UK GDPR, EU GDPR, and (where applicable) the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have the following rights regarding data collected via cookies:

Access your personal data
Request correction of inaccurate information
Request deletion ("right to be forgotten")
Restrict or object to processing
Request data portability
Withdraw consent at any time

For California residents: We do not sell personal information.

To exercise your rights, contact us at:

Lloyd Roberts Renewables
Email: office@lloydrobertsrenewables.co.uk
Address: 3 Lordsgate Lane, Burscough, Ormskirk L40 7UR, United Kingdom

Please include:
- Your full name
- Contact details
- Description of your request
- Sufficient information for identity verification

We will respond to requests within the timeframes required by applicable law (typically 30 days for UK GDPR requests).

You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO) at https://ico.org.uk if you believe your data protection rights have been violated.


8. Data Retention

Cookies are stored for varying durations:

Session cookies: Deleted automatically when you close your browser
Persistent cookies: Remain until expiry date or manual deletion

Typical retention periods for our website:
- Strictly necessary cookies: Session to 12 months
- Google Maps cookies: 6 months to 2 years (set by Google)
- Contact form session cookies: Minutes to hours

You can delete cookies at any time using your browser controls as described in Section 4.


9. Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect data collected via cookies, including:

Secure transmission protocols (HTTPS)
Anti-spam and security measures on contact forms
Access controls and authentication
Regular security updates
Secure hosting environment

However, no internet-based system is entirely secure. Users are responsible for:

Maintaining secure devices and updated software;
Using strong browser privacy settings;
Being cautious when using public or shared computers.


10. Third-Party Privacy Practices

Our website embeds Google Maps, which is provided by Google LLC.

Google Maps Privacy Information:
- Provider: Google LLC, 1600 Amphitheatre Parkway, Mountain View, CA 94043, USA
- Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Cookie Policy: https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies
- Opt-out Options: https://adssettings.google.com

We are not responsible for:
- How Google processes data collected via Google Maps cookies
- Privacy practices of Google or other third-party services
- Changes to third-party cookie policies

For information on how Google uses data, please refer to their privacy policy.

International Data Transfers:
Google Maps may transfer data to the United States and other countries. Google LLC participates in relevant data transfer frameworks and implements appropriate safeguards.


11. Changes to Our Use of Cookies

We may update the cookies we use or how we use them as our website and services evolve.

We will notify you of significant changes by:

Updating this Cookie Policy with a new effective date;
Displaying a notification on our website; or
Requesting fresh consent (where required by law, e.g., if we introduce analytics or marketing cookies).

Please review this policy periodically to stay informed. Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.


12. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed at children under 16. We do not knowingly collect data from minors via cookies or other technologies.

If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected data from a child under 16, we will take steps to delete it promptly.


13. Contact Information

For questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies:

Lloyd Roberts Renewables
3 Lordsgate Lane
Burscough, Ormskirk
L40 7UR
United Kingdom

Telephone: 07738 494705

VAT Registration Number:
GB 473 7229 70

Email: office@lloydrobertsrenewables.co.uk

We aim to respond to all enquiries within 5 working days.


14. Governing Law

This Cookie Policy shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from this policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.


15. Severability

If any provision of this Cookie Policy is held invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.


16. Revision History

Version - 1.0
Date - 20 February 2026
Summary - Initial publication


SUMMARY OF YOUR COOKIE CHOICES

✓ Our website uses strictly necessary cookies for functionality and security
✓ Google Maps sets third-party cookies when you interact with embedded maps
✓ We do not currently use analytics or marketing cookies
✓ You can block third-party cookies via your browser settings
✓ Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled without affecting website functionality
✓ You can exercise your data protection rights by contacting us at office@lloydrobertsrenewables.co.uk

We respect your privacy choices and are committed to transparency in how we use cookies.