Waste Collection Hounslow Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Waste Collection Hounslow uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It describes the types of cookies we use, the purposes for which we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. By continuing to use our website, you agree that we may store and access cookies as described in this policy, unless you adjust your browser or device settings to refuse them.

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site recognise your device and store certain information about your visit. Cookies can support core website functions, help us understand how visitors use our services, and enable more relevant content and advertising. Some cookies are set directly by our website, while others may be set by third parties acting on our behalf.

Types of Cookies We Use

We use several types of cookies on the Waste Collection Hounslow website, each serving a different purpose.

Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. Without these cookies, key features such as page navigation, secure areas, and basic forms may not work correctly. These cookies do not store information that directly identifies you and are usually only set in response to actions you take, such as requesting a service, logging in, or adjusting your privacy settings. Because they are required for the operation of the site, essential cookies cannot generally be disabled through our systems.

Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use the Waste Collection Hounslow website. They allow us to collect information such as which pages are visited most often, how users move around the site, and whether they encounter error messages. The data collected is aggregated and does not directly identify individual users. We use this information to monitor website performance, identify areas for improvement, and ensure that our digital services meet the needs of residents and businesses in Hounslow.

Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies are used to deliver content and messages that may be more relevant to you and your interests. They may be set through our site by us or by carefully selected third parties. These cookies can help us understand the effectiveness of our campaigns, limit the number of times you see a particular message, and tailor information about waste collection services, recycling initiatives, or local environmental programmes. Information from marketing cookies may be combined with other data we hold in accordance with our privacy practices.

Cookies and Performance Monitoring

Cookies play an important role in performance monitoring on the Waste Collection Hounslow website. Through analytics and similar technologies, we can measure page load times, track technical issues, and assess how well our online forms, booking systems, and information pages are working. This insight helps us improve reliability, make the site easier to use, and ensure that essential waste and recycling information is available when you need it. Performance monitoring is carried out using aggregated data and is not intended to personally identify any individual user.

Your Cookie Choices and Control

You have control over how cookies are used on your device. Most web browsers allow you to accept or reject cookies, delete existing cookies, or be notified when cookies are being set. You can usually manage these settings through the privacy or security options in your browser. If you choose to disable some or all cookies, essential functions of the Waste Collection Hounslow website may not work correctly, and your user experience may be reduced. However, you can still access core information about our services.

If your browser includes options to control analytics or marketing cookies separately, you may use these to limit data collection for performance monitoring and promotional purposes. You can change your preferences at any time by updating your browser settings and clearing cookies stored on your device.

Changes To This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our services. Any revisions will be posted on this page with an updated review date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies and how you can manage your preferences.