Last updated: 10/02/2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Lewis & Co Accountants uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit this website. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
We are committed to complying with UK data protection and electronic communications laws, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. Cookies allow a website to recognise your device and store information about your preferences or past actions.
Cookies do not typically identify you directly as an individual, but they may collect information that can be considered personal data under UK GDPR when combined with other information.
2. How and why we use cookies
We use cookies for limited and specific purposes only.
Cookies used on this website may be used to:
- Ensure the website functions correctly
- Improve website performance and usability
- Understand how visitors use the website
- Help us maintain the security and integrity of the site
We do not use cookies for advertising or marketing purposes.
3. Types of cookies used on this website
Cookies used on this website fall into the following categories.
3.1 Strictly necessary cookies
Strictly necessary cookies are essential for the operation of the website. They enable core functionality such as page navigation and access to secure areas.
These cookies:
- Are required for the website to function
- Do not require your consent under PECR
- Cannot be disabled through our website
If you block these cookies via your browser settings, parts of the website may not function correctly.
3.2 Analytics cookies
Analytics cookies allow us to understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting information about page visits, navigation patterns, and usage behaviour.
This information helps us:
- Monitor website performance
- Identify areas for improvement
- Ensure the website is working as intended
Analytics data is collected in an aggregated and anonymised form where possible.
Analytics cookies are not essential and are only used with your consent.
4. Legal basis for using cookies
Strictly necessary cookies
Used on the basis of legitimate interests, as they are required for the operation of the website.
Analytics cookies
Used on the basis of consent, in accordance with PECR and UK GDPR.
You may withdraw your consent for analytics cookies at any time.
5. Cookie consent and control
When you first visit this website, you will be presented with a cookie notice that allows you to:
- Accept analytics cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Continue using the site with essential cookies only
We do not place analytics cookies on your device unless you have given explicit consent.
6. Managing cookies through your browser
In addition to the controls provided on this website, you can manage cookies through your browser settings.
Most browsers allow you to:
- View which cookies are stored
- Delete cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality and performance of this website.
7. Third-party cookies
We may use third-party service providers to support website functionality or analytics.
Where third-party cookies are used:
- They are subject to the third party’s own privacy and cookie policies
- We ensure appropriate safeguards are in place
- We do not permit third parties to use cookies for their own marketing purposes
We do not control third-party websites linked from this site.
8. Retention of cookie data
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a defined period
Retention periods vary depending on the purpose of the cookie and are kept no longer than necessary.
9. Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, regulation, or how we use cookies.
Any updates will be published on this page with an updated revision date.
10. Contact details
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact:
Email: hello@lewisaccountants.co.uk