Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2026
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the site owner. Some cookies are essential for a site to function, while others help us understand how visitors use the site.
2. Cookies We Use
The table below lists the cookies used on this website, their purpose, and how long they are stored.
Google Analytics (GA4)
We use Google Analytics 4 to collect anonymised data about how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve the site and understand which content is most useful. Google Analytics does not identify you personally.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga |
Distinguishes unique visitors by assigning a randomly generated number as a client identifier | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
_ga_* |
Used by Google Analytics 4 to maintain session state | 2 years | Third-party (Google) |
Session Storage
We use browser session storage (not a cookie, but similar in function) to manage the site's loading animation. This data is not shared with any third parties and is automatically cleared when you close your browser tab.
| Key | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
loaderShown |
Tracks whether the site intro animation has been displayed in the current session to avoid repeating it on every page load | Session (cleared on tab close) | First-party |
3. Third-Party Cookies
The only third-party cookies on this website are set by Google Analytics. Google may process the data collected by these cookies in accordance with their own privacy policy. You can read more about how Google uses data at policies.google.com/privacy.
4. How to Manage Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings. The method varies by browser:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Google Analytics Opt-Out
You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting data by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
This website will function normally without cookies enabled. Disabling cookies will not affect your ability to browse the site or use our contact form. The only effect will be that we will be unable to collect anonymised usage data to improve the website.
5. Changes to This Policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
6. Contact
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: hello@thedronepeople.co.uk
- Phone: 0151 662 1300
- Address: Level One, Basecamp Liverpool, 49 Jamaica Street, Liverpool, L1 0AH
For more information about how we handle personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.