Cookie Policy

Last Updated: February 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies allow websites to remember your actions and preferences (such as login details, language, and other display preferences) over a period of time, so you don't have to keep re-entering them whenever you come back to the site or browse from one page to another.

2. How We Use Cookies

Swifty Clearances uses cookies to:

• Ensure our website functions properly and securely
• Remember your preferences and settings
• Understand how visitors use our website to improve user experience
• Analyze website traffic and performance
• Provide relevant content and marketing materials

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as they are necessary for the website to work.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
session_id	Maintains your session while browsing the website	Session (deleted when browser closes)
cookie_consent	Remembers your cookie consent preferences	12 months

Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often. This helps us improve the performance and design of our website. All information collected is aggregated and anonymous.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
_ga	Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users	24 hours
_gat	Google Analytics - throttles request rate	1 minute

Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your user name, language, or region) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
language_pref	Remembers your language preference	6 months
location_pref	Remembers your location for service area checks	6 months

Marketing/Targeting Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners or us. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant content on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
_fbp	Facebook Pixel - tracks visitor behavior for advertising	3 months
ads_id	Advertising tracking and remarketing	12 months

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services. We use the following third-party services that may set cookies:

• Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic and user behavior
• Google Maps: To display our service areas and office location
• Facebook Pixel: For advertising and remarketing purposes
• YouTube: If we embed videos on our website

These third parties have their own privacy policies and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use cookies.

5. How to Control Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to:

• Notify you when a cookie is being set
• Block all cookies
• Block third-party cookies only
• Delete cookies when you close your browser

Browser-Specific Instructions:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data

Opt-Out Tools

For analytics cookies, you can opt out using:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Your Online Choices: www.youronlinechoices.com (EU)
• Network Advertising Initiative: www.networkadvertising.org (US)

6. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no universal standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals, but we are committed to honoring your privacy preferences through our cookie consent tools.

7. Mobile Device Identifiers

If you access our website through a mobile device, we may collect mobile device identifiers, including:

• Mobile advertising IDs (e.g., Apple's IDFA or Google's Advertising ID)
• Device type and operating system
• Mobile network information

You can limit ad tracking on your mobile device through your device settings:

• iOS: Settings → Privacy → Advertising → Limit Ad Tracking
• Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business operations. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

9. More Information

For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.

If you have questions about our use of cookies, you can contact us:

10. Useful Resources

For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit:

• All About Cookies
• ICO - Cookies
• About Cookies