Cookie Policy
How we use cookies and similar technologies on our website
Last updated: 5 November 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how D Hall Plant Hire & Groundworks Ltd ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://dhallplant.com. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide useful information to website owners.
Types of Cookies
Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
Persistent Cookies
Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
First-Party Cookies
Set by the website you're visiting (dhallplant.com).
Third-Party Cookies
Set by external services like analytics or advertising platforms.
2. Cookies We Use
We use different categories of cookies to enhance your experience on our website:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation, form submissions, and security. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
Session cookies
Maintain session state
Session (deleted when browser closes)
Cookie consent
Remember your cookie preferences
12 months
Can you disable these? No - these cookies are essential for the website to work.
Analytics & Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting anonymous information about page visits, time spent on pages, and traffic sources. This helps us improve the website and user experience.
Google Analytics
Website analytics and statistics
Up to 26 months
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Pages visited, time on site, device type, browser, approximate location (city/country level), referring website, anonymized IP address
Can you disable these? Yes - you can opt out using browser settings or Google's opt-out tools. See "Managing Cookies" section below.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences (e.g., language, region, or text size). They may be set by us or third-party providers.
Preference cookies
Remember user preferences and settings
12 months
Can you disable these? Yes - but some features may not work as intended.
Marketing & Advertising Cookies
We may use marketing cookies to show you relevant advertisements based on your interests. These cookies track your browsing habits across different websites.
Current status: We do not currently use marketing or advertising cookies. If this changes in the future, we will update this policy and seek your consent where required.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third parties:
Google Analytics
Provides website analytics and visitor statistics. Data is anonymized and aggregated.
Google Privacy Policy →Google reCAPTCHA
Protects our contact forms from spam and abuse. May set cookies to verify you're human.
Google Privacy Policy →Social Media Platforms
If we embed social media content (e.g., Facebook, Instagram), these platforms may set their own cookies.
4. How to Manage Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings or by using the methods below:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Note: Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and other websites you visit.
Opt-Out Tools
Google Analytics Opt-Out
Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on to prevent Google Analytics from using your data.
Download Google Analytics Opt-out Add-on →Do Not Track (DNT)
Most browsers support "Do Not Track" requests. However, not all websites honor DNT signals. Enable DNT in your browser privacy settings if you prefer.
Mobile Devices
On mobile devices, you can manage cookies through your device's browser settings. You may also be able to reset your advertising ID or limit ad tracking in your device's privacy settings.
5. Cookie Duration & Retention
Different cookies have different lifespans:
Session Cookies
Deleted automatically when you close your browser (typically last a few minutes to hours).
Persistent Cookies
Remain on your device for a set period (from days to years) or until you manually delete them.
Most of our cookies expire within 12-26 months. You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings.
6. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our cookie usage or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
7. More Information About Cookies
To learn more about cookies and how to manage them, visit these independent resources:
Questions About Cookies?
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: