Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 1, 2024
Introduction to Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to site owners about how the site is being used. Cookies play a crucial role in improving your experience by enabling the website to remember your preferences over a period of time, for example, your login information, or the region you are in.
Types of Cookies We Use
Our website, “Underground Utility Locating Services,” uses several types of cookies, each serving different purposes:
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Necessary Cookies: These are essential for navigating our site and using its features, such as accessing secure areas of the website. Without these cookies, services like account registration cannot be provided.
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Performance Cookies: These collect data for the purpose of optimizing a webpage experience. They help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. For example, performance cookies can help us identify which pages are not meeting users’ needs so we can improve them.
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Functionality Cookies: These allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your user name, language, or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personalized features. These cookies can remember changes you’ve made to the website and can customize certain parts of it for your next visit.
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Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These are used to deliver content that is more relevant to you and your interests. They may be used to deliver ads that are more relevant to you, or to limit the number of times you see an advertisement. They remember that you have visited our website and may help us understand products or services you are interested in.
Managing or Deleting Cookies
If you want to manage or delete cookies on your device, you can do so through your browser’s settings. Detailed instructions can typically be found in the “Help” section of your browser. Remember that if you disable necessary cookies, certain aspects of our website may not function as intended.
Third-Party Cookies and Their Usage
We may use third-party service providers to analyze visitor information through their cookies. These cookies can track how our site is used to help us improve its performance and user experience. Third-party cookies may also be used in the delivery of targeted advertising based on your interests, browsing behavior, and location.
Consent and Control
By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. You can update or change your cookie preferences at any time by contacting us at:
contact@underground-utility-locating-services.trustedstandard.com
If you have provided explicit consent for the use of certain categories of cookies, you can withdraw your consent at any time. You can do this by updating your cookie preferences or by contacting us directly.
Updates to Our Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy is subject to change; updates will be made regularly to ensure compliance with GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, CCPA, and UK GDPR. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page will be revised to reflect the most recent update.
Please note that although we take steps to ensure that our third-party partners who set cookies on our site adhere to privacy laws and best practices, we cannot fully control their behavior. We recommend that you check the websites of all third-parties for their relevant privacy and cookie policies.
For any questions or concerns regarding our use of cookies, please contact us at the aforementioned email address.