Cookies Policy
REClosure Limited Cookie Policy
Introduction
REClosure Limited (“REClosure”) is committed to ensuring the privacy and protection of all individuals who visit our website. This Cookie Policy provides detailed information about how and why we use cookies, as well as how you can manage your cookie preferences.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the site owners. Cookies can be “session” cookies, which are temporary and deleted when you close your browser, or “persistent” cookies, which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
Use of Cookies on Our Site
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, including:
Essential Cookies: Necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are typically set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
Analytical/Performance Cookies: Allow us to recognise and count visitors, and to see how visitors move around our website when they are using it. This helps us improve the way our website works, for example, by ensuring that users find what they are looking for easily.
Functionality Cookies: Used to recognise you when you return to our website, enabling us to personalise our content for you, greet you by name, and remember your preferences.
Targeting Cookies: Record your visit to our website, the pages you have visited, and the links you have followed. We will use this information to make our website and the advertising displayed on it more relevant to your interests.
Explicit Consent Mechanism
Upon your first visit to our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. This banner allows you to choose your preferences before any non-essential cookies are placed on your device. Your explicit consent is required for non-essential cookies.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by setting your browser to refuse some or all cookies. If you choose to block all cookies (including essential cookies), you may not be able to access all or parts of our site.
How to Control and Delete Cookies
Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow some control of most cookies through the browser settings. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set, visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.
Google Analytics Opt-Out: To opt out of being tracked by Google Analytics across all websites, visit http://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
List of Cookies Used
Cookie Type: Google Analytics
Provider: Google LLC
Purpose and Data Collected: Collects data on user interactions with the website, such as pages visited, time spent on pages, and user interactions. This data helps optimize user experience.
Lifespan: Varies per Google’s policy (typically 2 years)
Cookie Type: Google Maps
Provider: Google LLC
Purpose and Data Collected: Used to display property locations. Collects data such as user location and map interactions to improve map functionality.
Lifespan: Varies per Google’s policy (typically 1 year)
Cookie Type: Session Cookies
Provider: REClosure
Purpose and Data Collected: Manages user sessions, keeping users logged in and maintaining session state. Data collected includes session ID and user authentication status.
Lifespan: Session duration (deleted when browser is closed)
Cookie Type: Mailchimp Cookies
Provider: The Rocket Science Group LLC d/b/a Mailchimp
Purpose and Data Collected: Manages newsletter subscriptions, tracks email engagement, and preferences. Data collected includes email opens, clicks, and preferences.
Lifespan: Varies per Mailchimp’s policy (typically 1 year)
Third-Party Partners
We share data with the following third-party partners:
Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS): For backend functionality, email, and SMS sending via SNS and SES. Lifespan varies as per AWS policy.
Google LLC: For analytics, map services, and newsletter functionalities. Users can opt out via their browser settings or third-party tools.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Non-essential Cookies: Disabling may degrade user experience and functionality related to analytics and enhanced services like map viewing.
Essential Cookies: Affecting site operations, personal and financial data transactions, and essential communications.
Periodic Review and Consent Refresh
Users will be prompted to renew their cookie preferences annually to ensure they are regularly informed about their cookie choices and any changes to cookie practices.
Accessibility and User-Friendliness
Our cookie consent mechanism is designed to be accessible to users with disabilities, adhering to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
Changes to Our Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes to our cookie practices. Significant updates will be communicated to users via email and website notifications. We review our Cookie Policy annually and will update it to reflect any changes in our cookie practices.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact our Data Protection Officer at info@reclosure.net. For more detailed information about our data protection practices, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
Effective Date
This Cookie Policy is effective as of 22 May 2024.