Effective Date: 31/04/26
Last Updated: 31/04/26
1. What are cookies?
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are and how Handl Group uses them, the types of cookies we use, the information we collect using cookies, and how that information is used. It also explains how you can manage your cookie preferences.
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are stored on your device when the website is loaded on your browser.
These cookies help us to:
· make the website function properly
· improve security
· provide a better user experience
· understand how the website performs
· analyse what works and where improvements are needed
Where cookies involve the processing of personal data, such processing is carried out in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.
2. Legal framework
This Cookie Policy is provided in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
3. How we use cookies
As with most online services, our website uses both first-party and third-party cookies for several purposes.
First-party cookies are mostly necessary for the website to function correctly and do not typically collect personally identifiable information.
Third-party cookies may be used for:
· understanding how the website performs
· analysing how users interact with the website
· improving security and performance
· delivering relevant content or advertisements
· improving user experience
Cookies may collect information such as your IP address, device type, browser type, and browsing behaviour.
Third-party providers may process your personal data in accordance with their own privacy policies.
4. Types of cookies
We use the following categories of cookies:
Strictly Necessary Cookies – these cookies are essential for the operation of the website and cannot be switched off.
Performance and Analytics Cookies – these cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting information anonymously.
Functionality Cookies – these cookies enable the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced functionality.
Targeting / Advertising Cookies – these cookies may be used to deliver content or advertisements that are relevant to you.
5. Consent
In accordance with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR):
· We will only place non-essential cookies on your device after obtaining your prior consent
· You can choose which categories of cookies you accept
· You can withdraw or change your consent at any time
6. Managing cookies
Cookie Settings
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by using the cookie settings tool available on our website. This allows you to revisit the cookie consent banner and update or withdraw your consent.
In addition, most web browsers provide controls to manage cookies. You can:
· block cookies
· delete cookies
· set preferences for certain websites
Listed below are links to guidance for managing cookies in major browsers: Chrome: https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/32050 Safari: https://support.apple.com/en-in/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/clear-cookies-and-site-data-firefox Internet Explorer: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/how-to-delete-cookie-files-in-internet-explorer
If you use another browser, please refer to the relevant support documentation.
Cookie duration
Cookies may be stored for different periods depending on their purpose.
· Some cookies are session cookies, which expire when you close your browser
· Others are persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a set period or until deleted
Third-party cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party providers (such as analytics or advertising services). These providers may process your personal data in accordance with their own privacy policies.
We recommend reviewing those policies for further information.
7. Contact
Email: dpo@speedmedical.co.uk
Post: 16 Eaton Ave, Matrix Park, Chorley, Lancashire, PR7 7NA
You can change your cookie preferences any time by clicking the above button. This will let you revisit the cookie consent banner and change your preferences or withdraw your consent right away.
In addition to this, different browsers provide different methods to block and delete cookies used by websites. You can change the settings of your browser to block/delete the cookies. Listed below are the links to the support documents on how to manage and delete cookies from the major web browsers.
Chrome: https://support.google.com/accounts/answer/32050
Safari: https://support.apple.com/en-in/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac
Internet Explorer: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/topic/how-to-delete-cookie-files-in-internet-explorer-bca9446f-d873-78de-77ba-d42645fa52fc
If you are using any other web browser, please visit your browser’s official support documents.
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