Cookie Policy
Last updated: 7 November 2025
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They help the site recognise your device, remember your preferences, and improve your browsing experience.
2. How we use cookies
We use cookies on our website to:
- Ensure the site functions correctly
- Remember your preferences (such as login details or booking progress)
- Analyse how visitors use our website (to improve performance and usability)
- Support marketing and advertising activity (e.g. Google Ads or Facebook pixels, if used)
3. Types of cookies we use
| Type | Purpose | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Essential cookies | Required for core site features (e.g. secure login, booking forms). | Session ID, CSRF token |
| Performance cookies | Help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve it. | Google Analytics |
| Functionality cookies | Remember preferences and enhance your experience. | Saved location or service type |
| Advertising cookies (optional) | Used to deliver relevant adverts and measure their performance. | Google Ads, Facebook Pixel |
We will only use non-essential cookies if you consent to them when you first visit the site.
4. Third-party cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services integrated into our website, such as:
- Google Analytics (to measure site traffic and performance)
- Social media plugins (e.g. Facebook, Instagram)
- Payment providers (e.g. Stripe)
Each third party has its own privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review.
5. Managing cookies
You can control or delete cookies using your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.
How to manage cookies:
6. Updates to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.
7. Contact us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact:
Data Protection Officer
Your Local Mechanic
Unit 3, Waterside Business Park
Brettell Lane, Brierley Hill
DY5 3LH