Cookie Policy

Pimlico Driving School

This Cookie Policy explains how Pimlico Driving School (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website https://www.pimlicodrivingschool.uk/. It outlines what cookies are, how they are used on our website, and how you can manage your preferences.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and handling personal data transparently in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

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 allow the website to recognise your device, remember your preferences, and improve functionality and performance.

Cookies can be:

Session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or
Persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a set period or until deleted.

Cookies may be placed by us directly (first-party cookies) or by trusted third-party services (third-party cookies).

How We Use Cookies?

Pimlico Driving School uses cookies to:

Ensure the website functions correctly and securely
Improve user experience and site navigation
Analyse how visitors use our website
Measure the effectiveness of our online content
Remember user preferences where applicable

We do not use cookies to collect excessive personal data, and we do not sell cookie-related data to third parties.

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the basic operation of our website. They enable core functionality such as page navigation, form submission, and security features.

Without these cookies, parts of the website may not work properly.

Examples include:

Security and network management cookies
Cookie preference management

Legal basis: Legitimate interest (UK GDPR)

2. Performance & Analytics Cookies

Performance and analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. This information allows us to improve website content, layout, and user experience.

We may use tools such as Google Analytics, which collect anonymised data such as:

Pages visited
Time spent on the website
Traffic sources
Device and browser type

This data is aggregated and does not directly identify individual users.

Legal basis: Consent

3. Functionality Cookies

Functionality cookies allow our website to remember choices you make, such as preferences or previous interactions, to provide a more consistent and convenient browsing experience.

These cookies may help with:

Remembering form details
Improving usability for returning visitors
Enhancing overall site performance

If you disable these cookies, some features of the website may not function as intended.

Legal basis: Consent

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website may be set by third-party services that help us operate and improve our website. These third parties may collect data according to their own privacy policies.

Examples may include:

Website analytics providers
Embedded tools or plugins

We carefully select third-party providers and ensure that appropriate safeguards are in place where required.

Cookie Consent

When you visit our website for the first time, you will see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:

Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Customise your cookie preferences

Non-essential cookies will not be placed on your device unless you provide explicit consent. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time.

Managing Cookies via Your Browser

You can also manage cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

View stored cookies
Delete cookies
Block all or specific cookies

Please note that restricting cookies may affect the functionality and usability of our website.

Helpful browser guides:

Google Chrome
Mozilla Firefox
Microsoft Edge
Apple Safari

Data Protection & Privacy

Any personal data collected through cookies is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable UK data protection laws. We use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect your information.

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legislation, technology, or how we operate our website. Any updates will be posted on this page, and the “Last updated” date will be revised.

We recommend checking this policy periodically.