Precision Laser Cutting LTD (“we”, “us”, or “our”) operates the website www.precisionlasercutting.co.uk (the “Website”). This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our Website to enhance your experience, provide our services, and understand how our Website is used. By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently, provide personalised content, and collect information about user behaviour. Other technologies, such as pixels or local storage, may also be used for similar purposes.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on our Website:

  • Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly, such as enabling you to upload DXF files, place orders, or process payments via WooCommerce and Stripe. They cannot be disabled.
  • Functional Cookies: These cookies enable enhanced functionality, such as remembering your preferences (e.g., material selections) on our Website. They are provided by WordPress and WooCommerce to improve your user experience.
  • Analytical Cookies: We use Google Analytics to collect information about how visitors use our Website, such as which pages are visited and how long users spend on the site. This helps us improve our services and Website performance.
  • Payment Cookies: Stripe, our payment processor, uses cookies to facilitate secure payment transactions and prevent fraud when you make a purchase.

3. Cookies We Use

Below is a list of the main cookies we use and their purposes:

  • WordPress Cookies (e.g., wordpress_logged_in_, wp-settings-): Used to maintain your session, remember user preferences, and ensure the Website functions correctly.
  • WooCommerce Cookies (e.g., woocommerce_cart_hash, woocommerce_items_in_cart): Used to manage your shopping cart and facilitate the checkout process.
  • Stripe Cookies (e.g., __stripe_mid, __stripe_sid): Used to process payments securely and prevent fraudulent transactions.
  • Google Analytics Cookies (e.g., _ga, _gid, _gat): Used to collect anonymized data about Website usage, such as page views, visitor numbers, and user journeys.

4. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Enable core Website functionality, such as uploading files, requesting quotes, and processing orders.
  • Enhance your experience by remembering your preferences and settings.
  • Analyse Website performance and user behaviour to improve our services.
  • Ensure secure payment processing through Stripe.

5. Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies, but doing so may affect the functionality of our Website, particularly features like the shopping cart, payment processing, and file uploads. To manage cookies, consult your browser’s help section for instructions.

We also provide a cookie consent tool on our Website, allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. Essential cookies, required for the Website to function, cannot be disabled.

6. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services, including:

We do not control these third-party cookies and recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies for more details.

7. Data Protection and Cookies

We process data collected through cookies in accordance with our Privacy Policy and comply with the UK Data Protection Act 2018 and the UK GDPR. Cookies that collect personal data are used only for the purposes outlined in this policy and our Privacy Policy.

8. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Last updated: 9 October 2025