Cookie Policy
Effective Date: 01/05/25
Last Updated: 29/04/25
This Cookie Policy explains how PJS Scaffold uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on pjsscaffold.co.uk. It also outlines how you can control your cookie preferences.1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device when you visit. They help websites function properly, remember your preferences, and collect information about how visitors interact with the site.
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies – remain on your device until they expire or are deleted
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure the site functions properly
- Protect against spam and malicious activity
- Understand how people use the site
- Offer appointment scheduling and chat features
- Improve user experience and personalise services
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Here’s a breakdown of the cookies currently used on our site:
| Cookie | Domain | Duration | Type | Purpose |
| PHPSESSID | pjsscaffold.co.uk | Session | Necessary | Maintains user session across page requests |
| __cf_bm | calendly.com | 1 hour | Necessary | Bot protection via Cloudflare |
| __cfruid | calendly.com | Session | Necessary | Manages trusted web traffic |
| _cfuvid | calendly.com | Session | Necessary | Session consistency on Calendly |
| _grecaptcha, rc::a/b/c/f | google.com | Varies | Necessary | Spam protection via reCAPTCHA |
| calendly_session | calendly.com | 21 days | Functional | Enables booking and calendar integration |
| GCLB | featureassets.org | Session | Performance | Load balancing for infrastructure |
| _ga, _ga_* | pjsscaffold.co.uk | 13 months | Analytics | Google Analytics – tracks page views |
| _gid | pjsscaffold.co.uk | 24 hours | Analytics | Google Analytics – user journeys |
| _gat | pjsscaffold.co.uk | 1 minute | Performance | Throttles request rate in Analytics |
| _clck, _clsk, CLID | clarity.ms | 1 day–1 year | Analytics | Microsoft Clarity – session replays and heatmaps |
| SM, MUID, MR, ANONCHK | clarity.ms, bing.com | Varies | Advertising | Bing Ads & tracking user interactions |
| stripe cookie | mm.stripe.com | 13 months | Necessary | Fraud prevention and device identification |
| tuid.a.usbrowserspeed.com | usbrowserspeed.com | 1 year | Other | No public description available |
| hop-*, debug | myfreshworks.com | Unknown | Other | Possibly related to live chat or support |
| OptanonConsent | calendly.com | 1 year | Necessary | Stores consent preferences via OneTrust |
Note: Some cookies marked “Other” are used by embedded services and may collect data indirectly. We’re working to document these more clearly.
4. Consent and Managing Your Preferences
When you first visit our site, you’ll see a cookie banner that lets you:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Manage your preferences
We only load non-essential cookies (e.g., analytics or advertising) if you give consent.
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the site footer.
5. Opting Out of Specific Cookies
In addition to browser settings, you can opt out of specific tools we use:
- Google Analytics – Download Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Microsoft Clarity – Opt-out via ad settings at Microsoft Privacy Dashboard
- Calendly – Cannot function without cookies; avoid booking if you prefer not to use it
- Stripe – Used only for secure payments; you can decline to use online payment methods if you prefer
6. Third-Party Services
Our website may include embedded content or services from:
- Calendly (for scheduling)
- Mailchimp (for newsletters)
- Microsoft Clarity and Bing (analytics and ad optimisation)
- Google (reCAPTCHA, YouTube, Analytics)
- Stripe (online payments)
- Freshchat (live chat, if enabled)
These providers may set cookies or collect data subject to their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing them individually.
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. We’ll post updates on this page and update the Effective Date at the top.
8. Contact Us
For questions about this policy or how we use cookies, please contact:
📧 info@pjsscaffold.co.uk
📞 01733 234831