CAD CAM TECH
(RSC Technology Ltd)
COOKIE POLICY
Last updated: April 2026 | Applies to: cadcamtech.co.uk
This policy explains: what cookies cadcamtech.co.uk uses, why we use them, how long they last, and how you can control them. It was last reviewed in April 2026 in line with PECR and UK GDPR requirements.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences, and to collect information about how you use the site.
There are two types of cookies:
• First-party cookies — set by cadcamtech.co.uk directly.
• Third-party cookies — set by external services (such as Google Analytics) that are used on our site.
Cookies can be:
• Session cookies — deleted when you close your browser.
• Persistent cookies — remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
2. What Cookies We Use
The tables below list every cookie currently active on cadcamtech.co.uk, grouped by category. We update these tables whenever cookies change on our site.
2.1 Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function. They cannot be disabled. No consent is needed to set them.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Expires | Type |
| wordpress_logged_in_* | cadcamtech.co.uk (WordPress) | Keeps you logged in to the WordPress site if you have an account. Not set for ordinary visitors. | Session | First-party |
| wordpress_sec_* | cadcamtech.co.uk (WordPress) | WordPress security cookie — verifies administrator identity. | Session | First-party |
| wp-settings-* | cadcamtech.co.uk (WordPress) | Stores your WordPress interface preferences (admin only). | 1 year | First-party |
| PHPSESSID | cadcamtech.co.uk | Standard PHP session identifier — maintains your session state while browsing. | Session | First-party |
| cookielawinfo-checkbox-* | cadcamtech.co.uk | Remembers your cookie consent choices so you are not asked again on every page. | 1 year | First-party |
| viewed_cookie_policy | cadcamtech.co.uk | Records that you have viewed the cookie consent banner. | 1 year | First-party |
2.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website — for example, which pages are most popular and how users navigate the site. This helps us improve our content and user experience. These cookies require your consent before being set.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Expires | Type |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number as a client identifier. Used to calculate visitor, session, and campaign data for site analytics. | 2 years | Third-party |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Stores and counts page views for Google Analytics 4 (GA4). | 2 years | Third-party |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Registers a unique ID used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. | 24 hours | Third-party |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate. Limits the volume of data sent to Google Analytics. | 1 minute | Third-party |
| _gat_gtag_* | Google (gtag.js) | Used to throttle request rate when using Google Tag Manager. | 1 minute | Third-party |
ℹ Google Analytics & data transfer: Google Analytics may transfer data to servers in the USA. Google LLC is certified under the UK-US Data Bridge, providing an appropriate safeguard for international transfers. Google’s privacy policy is available at policies.google.com/privacy.
2.3 Functional / Preference Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers. If you disable these cookies, some parts of the site may not work correctly.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Expires | Type |
| neve_requested_layout | Neve / cadcamtech.co.uk | Stores your preferred page layout for the Neve WordPress theme. | Session | First-party |
| wc_cart_hash_* | WooCommerce (if active) | Stores a hash of the cart contents to check if anything has changed. Only set if an e-commerce cart is active. | Session | First-party |
2.4 Contact Form Cookies
When you use the contact form on cadcamtech.co.uk, a cookie may be set to remember your form input should the page need to reload.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Expires | Type |
| cf7_* / wpcf7_* | Contact Form 7 (WordPress plugin) | Stores a token to prevent duplicate form submissions (spam protection). | Session | First-party |
2.5 Advertising / Marketing Cookies
ℹ No advertising cookies: Cad Cam Tech does not currently run paid advertising campaigns and does not set advertising or retargeting cookies on cadcamtech.co.uk. If this changes, this policy will be updated and your consent will be sought before any advertising cookies are placed.
3. How to Control Cookies
You have the right to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can do this in two ways:
3.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit cadcamtech.co.uk, a cookie consent banner will appear. You can accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences by category. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the ‘Cookie Settings’ link in the footer.
⚠ Action required: A cookie consent banner (CMP — Consent Management Platform) must be implemented on cadcamtech.co.uk before analytics cookies are set. We recommend using a free WordPress plugin such as CookieYes, Complianz, or GDPR Cookie Consent (by WebToffee). This policy should be published and the banner activated at the same time.
3.2 Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Please note that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of some websites.
Browser cookie settings guides:
• Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
4. Third-Party Cookies and Data Transfers
Some cookies on our site are set by third-party providers. These providers have their own privacy policies and may transfer data outside the UK. The third-party services currently in use on cadcamtech.co.uk are:
| Provider | Service | Privacy Policy | Data Transfer |
| Google LLC | Google Analytics 4 (website analytics) | policies.google.com/privacy | USA — covered by UK-US Data Bridge |
| WordPress.org / Automattic | WordPress CMS, Neve theme, Contact Form 7 | automattic.com/privacy | UK/EEA — standard hosting |
5. Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, our website may use:
• Web beacons (tracking pixels) — small image files that help us understand how pages are navigated and whether emails are opened.
• Local storage — a browser-based storage mechanism that functions similarly to cookies but is stored differently. It may be used by WordPress or embedded scripts.
You can control local storage through your browser developer tools or by clearing your browsing data.
Note: We do not use Flash cookies (LSOs). Flash technology is no longer supported by Adobe and is not used on this site.
6. Your Rights
Under UK GDPR and PECR, you have the right to:
• Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time (without affecting the lawfulness of processing prior to withdrawal).
• Request access to personal data we hold about you.
• Request correction or deletion of your personal data.
• Object to the processing of your personal data.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the details below. We will respond within one calendar month.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in the law, or changes in our business. The ‘last updated’ date at the top of this page will be revised when changes are made. We recommend checking this page periodically.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or wish to exercise your rights, please contact:
Cad Cam Tech (RSC Technology Ltd)
Company Registration No: 10908501
Registered Office: 49A Lyth Hill Road, Bayston Hill, Shrewsbury, SY3 0EU
Email: oksana@cadcamtech.co.uk
Website: cadcamtech.co.uk
If you are not satisfied with how we handle your data, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
Website: ico.org.uk | Helpline: 0303 123 1113