Cookie Policy

Last Updated: September 11, 2025

Effective Date: September 11, 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how DAC HOLDINGS (SW) LTD ("Company", "we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.

1.1 Company Information

• Company Name: DAC HOLDINGS (SW) LTD
• Registration Number: 16281173
• Contact Email: [email protected]
• Address: 42 Tithe Road, Plymouth, England, PL7 4QQ

2. What Are Cookies?

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

2.1 Types of Cookies

• Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device until they expire or are deleted
• First-Party Cookies: Cookies set by our website directly
• Third-Party Cookies: Cookies set by other websites or services

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled.

• Purpose: Enable core website functionality
• Information Collected: Session management, security tokens
• Duration: Session or until manually deleted
• Legal Basis: Necessary for service provision

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance website functionality and user experience.

• Purpose: Remember user preferences and settings
• Information Collected: Language preferences, consent choices
• Duration: Up to 12 months
• Legal Basis: Legitimate interest in improving user experience

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website.

• Purpose: Website performance analysis and improvement
• Information Collected: Page views, session duration, user interactions
• Duration: Up to 24 months
• Legal Basis: Consent or legitimate interest

4. Specific Cookies We Use

5. Third-Party Cookies

Our website may include embedded content or services from third parties, which may set their own cookies. We do not control these third-party cookies.

5.1 Current Third-Party Services

Currently, our website minimizes the use of third-party services to maintain your privacy. Any future additions will be updated in this policy.

6. Your Cookie Choices

6.1 Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can:

• Accept All: Allow all cookies to be set
• Decline: Only essential cookies will be used
• Manage Preferences: Choose which types of cookies to accept

6.2 Changing Your Cookie Settings

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

• Clearing your browser's cookie settings
• Contacting us to reset your preferences
• Using our cookie preference center (if available)

6.3 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually:

• View and delete cookies
• Block cookies from all or specific websites
• Block third-party cookies
• Clear all cookies when closing the browser

7. Browser-Specific Cookie Management

7.1 Google Chrome

Go to Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data

7.2 Mozilla Firefox

Go to Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data

7.3 Safari

Go to Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data

7.4 Microsoft Edge

Go to Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website:

• Essential Cookies: Website may not function properly
• Functional Cookies: May need to re-enter preferences each visit
• Analytics Cookies: We cannot improve website performance based on usage data

9. Cookie Security

We implement appropriate security measures for cookies:

• Use secure transmission methods where possible
• Implement proper cookie expiration
• Regular review and updating of cookie practices
• Minimize data collection through cookies

10. Mobile Devices and Cookies

Mobile devices may handle cookies differently than desktop browsers. Please check your mobile device's privacy settings to manage cookies and similar technologies.

11. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date.

12. Legal Basis for Cookie Use

12.1 EU/UK Residents

For residents of the European Union and United Kingdom, we use cookies based on:

• Consent: For non-essential cookies
• Legitimate Interest: For analytics and functional improvements
• Necessity: For essential website functionality

13. Data Retention

Cookie data is retained according to the following schedule:

• Session Cookies: Deleted when browser is closed
• Functional Cookies: Up to 12 months
• Analytics Cookies: Up to 24 months

14. Contact Us About Cookies

If you have questions about our use of cookies or wish to exercise your rights regarding cookie data, please contact us:

• Email: [email protected]
• Subject Line: "Cookie Policy Inquiry"
• Mailing Address: DAC HOLDINGS (SW) LTD, 42 Tithe Road, Plymouth, England, PL7 4QQ

15. Helpful Resources

For more information about cookies and online privacy:

• All About Cookies
• UK ICO Cookie Guidance
• Your Online Choices

This Cookie Policy is designed to provide transparency about our use of cookies. We are committed to respecting your privacy and giving you control over your data.