Cookie Policy
How Greystone Home utilizes tracking technologies to optimize your car finance research and mobility cost analysis. Last updated: 2024.
Legal Disclaimer
This document is a standard template for informational purposes and does not constitute formal legal advice. Greystone Home operates under UK jurisdiction. For specific legal concerns regarding your data rights, please consult a qualified legal professional in London.
1. Introduction and Scope +
Greystone Home ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website to enhance user experience, analyze traffic, and ensure the security of our financial calculators and mobility reports. This policy explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.
As we operate in London, United Kingdom, this policy is drafted to comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) 2003.
2. What are Cookies? +
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used by website owners to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.
- First-party cookies: Set by Greystone Home directly.
- Third-party cookies: Set by parties other than us (e.g., analytics providers or advertising networks).
- Session cookies: Expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until deleted.
3. Categories of Cookies We Use +
A. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These are essential for the website to function. They allow you to navigate the site and use essential features like our secure car loan calculator.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Maintains user session state across page requests. | Session |
| __cf_bm | Cloudflare bot management to prevent fraud. | 30 minutes |
B. Analytical/Performance Cookies
These help us understand how visitors interact with Greystone Home, identifying which car finance articles are most popular and where we might have technical errors.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics: Distinguishes unique users. | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics: Stores and updates a unique value for each page visited. | 24 hours |
C. Marketing & Targeting Cookies
Used to track visitors across websites. The intention is to display ads that are relevant and engaging for the individual user regarding vehicle financing and mobility deals.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel: Used to deliver advertisement products. | 3 months |
4. Legal Basis for Processing +
Under UK GDPR and PECR, we require your informed consent to use any cookies that are not "strictly necessary."
- Necessary Cookies: Processed based on our legitimate interest in providing a functional website.
- Analytical/Marketing Cookies: Processed only if you provide explicit consent via our cookie banner.
5. How to Manage and Control Cookies +
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by clicking the button below:
Additionally, most web browsers allow some control of most cookies through the browser settings. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set, visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.
Google Chrome
Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
Apple Safari
Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
6. Contact Information +
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please contact Greystone Home at:
Data Protection Officer
Address: 42 Greystone Mews, London W11 2AS
Email: greystonehome@icloud.com
Phone: +1 (360) 740-6250