Cookie Policy

Next Door Companions

Policy Overview

This Cookie Policy explains how Next Door Companions Ltd ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. It outlines what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their usage in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or tablet when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide web analytics to site owners.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies:

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. They enable core functions such as secure navigation, page loading, and submitting application or contact forms. The website cannot function properly without these cookies, and they do not require user consent.

Performance & Analytics Cookies:

These cookies collect anonymous, aggregated information about how visitors use our website (e.g., which pages are visited most often and if error messages occur). This helps us improve website performance, functionality, and user experience.

Functionality Cookies:

These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred location or form details) and provide enhanced, personalized features.

3. Third-Party Cookies

In some instances, we may use third-party services on our website (such as embedded maps, analytics tools like Google Analytics, or secure payment processors like Stripe). These third parties may set their own cookies on your device to collect information about your online activities over time.

4. Managing & Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Consent Banner:

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies (such as analytics cookies). You can update or withdraw your consent at any time via the cookie settings on our website.

Browser Settings:

You can also control and manage cookies through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. However, please note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may impact your access to certain areas or features of our website.

5. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or operational practices. Any updates will be published on this page with a revised effective date.

Last Updated: August 2026
Contact Us: For questions regarding our Cookie Policy, please contact us at info@nextdoorcompanions.co.uk.