Cookie Policy
Last updated: May 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Scotts Precision Manufacturing Ltd. uses them on www.scottsuk.com, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferences or login status. Cookies cannot access other data on your device and cannot carry viruses or malware.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure the website functions correctly
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it
- Support third-party integrations including social media platforms
3. Types of Cookies We Use
- a) Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as logging into the Distributor Portal or filling in a form.
Examples:
- wordpress_* / wordpress_logged_in_* — WordPress session and authentication cookies. Set when you log in to the Distributor Portal. Expire at end of session or after 14 days.
- wp-settings-* — Stores your WordPress interface preferences. Expires after 1 year.
- PHPSESSID — Standard PHP session identifier. Expires at end of session.
- b) Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and understand how visitors interact with our website so we can measure and improve its performance. All data is anonymised — we cannot identify individual users.
Google Analytics (GA4):
- _ga — Distinguishes unique users. Expires after 2 years.
- _ga_* — Used to maintain session state. Expires after 2 years.
- _gid — Distinguishes users. Expires after 24 hours.
Google Analytics data is processed by Google LLC. For more information, see Google’s Privacy Policy at policies.google.com/privacy. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking using the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
- c) Third-Party / Social Media Cookies
Our website contains links to social media platforms including Facebook, X (Twitter), Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, and YouTube. If you interact with any social media content or links on our site, those platforms may set their own cookies on your device. We have no control over these cookies — please refer to the privacy and cookie policies of the relevant platforms:
- Facebook / Meta: facebook.com/policy.php
- X (Twitter): twitter.com/en/privacy
- Instagram: help.instagram.com/519522125107875
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/legal/cookie-policy
- TikTok: tiktok.com/legal/privacy-policy
- YouTube / Google: policies.google.com/privacy
- d) Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality such as remembering whether you have accepted our cookie notice. They do not track browsing activity across other websites.
4. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you will be shown a cookie consent notice. Strictly necessary cookies are active by default as they are essential to the site’s operation. For all other cookie categories, we will only place cookies on your device with your consent.
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in the footer of our website.
5. Managing Cookies in Your Browser
In addition to using our cookie settings, you can control cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
For more information about managing cookies, visit aboutcookies.org or allaboutcookies.org.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised date.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Scotts Precision Manufacturing Ltd.
Slate Worx, Station Road, Eastville, Boston, Lincolnshire, PE22 8LT
Phone: +44 (0)1205 270128
Email: sales@scottsuk.com