What are cookies? Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to remember preferences, and to provide information to the site owner.

Types of cookies we use

• Strictly necessary cookies: These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. They enable core functions such as security, network management and accessibility. Without these cookies, certain services you have asked for cannot be provided.

• Performance cookies: Also known as analytics cookies, these collect information about how visitors use our website (for example which pages are visited most often, and if users receive error messages). The information is used to improve how the site works.

• Functionality cookies: These remember choices you make (such as your language or region) and provide enhanced, personalised features. They may also be used to provide services you have asked for, such as watching a video or commenting on a blog.

• Targeting or advertising cookies: These are used to deliver adverts more relevant to you and your interests. They can also limit the number of times you see an ad and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. They may be placed by advertising networks with our permission.

First-party and third-party cookies We may set first-party cookies (set by Crossfield Construction) and third-party cookies (set by third parties that provide services to us, such as analytics providers or advertising partners). Third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites.

Cookies we use (examples) The exact cookies used on our site may change. Examples include:

• Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are typically used to maintain session state.

• Persistent cookies: These remain on your device until they expire or you delete them. They help us remember your preferences.

• Google Analytics: Used to collect anonymous usage statistics to help us understand how visitors use the website and to improve it.

• Advertising cookies: Used by third-party advertising networks to display relevant ads and measure campaign performance.

Legal basis for processing Where applicable, our lawful basis for using cookies is:

• Where cookies are strictly necessary, processing is required for the performance of our website.

• For analytics, functionality and advertising cookies, we rely on your consent. We will obtain your consent where required by law before placing these cookies on your device.

Managing and declining cookies Most browsers allow you to refuse, block or delete cookies through the settings and preferences menu. You can set your browser to notify you when you receive a cookie, giving you the chance to decide whether to accept it. Disabling or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of this website or prevent you from using certain features.

To manage cookies:

• Use your browser settings to block or delete cookies (refer to your browser’s help for instructions).

• Use any cookie preference tool provided on our website to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

• To opt out of third-party advertising cookies, consult the opt-out pages of the relevant advertising networks or use industry tools such as the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out tool (where applicable).

Data retention Cookies have varying expiry periods depending on their purpose. Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies will remain until they expire or you delete them. Information collected via cookies may be retained for the period necessary to fulfil the purposes described in this policy, or as required by law.

Children Our website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from children through cookies. If we become aware that we have inadvertently collected personal data from a child without appropriate consent, we will take steps to delete that information.

Changes to this Cookie Policy We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal or regulatory reasons. The date of the latest revision will be shown at the top of this page. We recommend you review this policy periodically.

Contact us If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact: Crossfield Construction [Address] [Telephone] [Email]

Effective date This Cookie Policy is effective from [insert date].