Cookie Policy.
Last updated: 01/02/2026
This Cookies Policy explains how Car Matcher uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. We’re committed to being transparent about how data is used, and we want you to feel confident and informed when browsing our site.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember your preferences, and understand how visitors interact with different pages. Cookies are safe. They cannot access personal files on your device, install software, or cause harm. Non-essential cookies are only used with your consent
Why We Use Cookies
We only use cookies where they are genuinely helpful or necessary. We do not use cookies to sell personal data or track you across unrelated websites.
We use cookies to:
Ensure the website works correctly and securely
Enable essential features, such as saving progress and managing sessions
Understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it
Improve performance, usability, and content clarity
Remember your preferences, including cookie choices
Provide a smoother and more reliable user experience
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as security, page navigation, and access to protected areas of the site. These cookies cannot be switched off and do not require your consent as they are necessary for the website to function.
Performance and analytics cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website, such as which pages are visited most often or how users move through the site. This information helps us improve performance and usability. Analytics cookies are only used with your consent. We use tools such as Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website.
Functionality cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as preferences or settings, to provide a more consistent experience.
Marketing cookies
Marketing cookies may be used to help measure the effectiveness of campaigns or show relevant content. These cookies are only used if you give explicit consent.
Third-party cookies
We use trusted third-party providers, such as Google Analytics and Squarespace, to support website functionality and analytics.
These third parties may collect technical data such as:
IP address
Device and browser type
Pages visited and time spent on the site
This data is used in aggregate form and does not directly identify you.
Managing Your Cookies
When you first visit our website, you will be asked to set your cookie preferences through our cookie banner. You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by revisiting the banner.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
View stored cookies
Delete cookies
Block all or specific types of cookies
Set preferences for different websites
Please note that disabling some cookies may affect how the website functions. For more information, visit:
Your Consent
We only use non-essential cookies after you have given consent through the cookie banner. Essential cookies are always active, as they are required for the website to operate.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology, or our use of cookies. Any updates will be published on this page with a revised date.
Contact
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, you can contact us at: support@carmatcher.co.uk.