Cookies Policy
Last updated: September 8, 2026
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 and to provide information to website owners.
This website uses cookies and similar technologies, including local storage, to enhance functionality and improve user experience.
How we use cookies
We use cookies and local storage for the following purposes:
- Recording your cookie consent preferences
- Remembering form data during your enquiry submission process
- Maintaining website functionality and user experience
Types of cookies we use
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as form submission and consent preference storage.
Cookie consent storage: Records whether you have accepted or rejected cookies. This information is stored in local storage with the key 'cookieConsent'.
Form data storage: Temporarily stores selected service information when you submit an enquiry, enabling the thank you page to display relevant confirmation details. Stored with keys 'selectedService' and 'userName'.
Duration: Stored in browser local storage until manually cleared by the user or browser data is deleted.
Cookies we do not use
This website does not currently use:
- Analytics cookies to track user behaviour across sessions
- Marketing or advertising cookies
- Social media cookies
- Third-party tracking cookies
How to manage cookies
You can control cookies through the banner displayed on your first visit to this website. You can choose to accept or reject cookies.
If you wish to change your cookie preferences after making an initial choice, you can:
- Clear your browser's local storage through browser settings
- Use your browser's privacy or settings menu to manage stored data
Browser controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through browser settings. You can set your browser to:
- Block all cookies
- Accept only first-party cookies
- Delete cookies when you close the browser
- Notify you when a cookie is set
Please note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may impair website functionality, including the ability to submit enquiry forms.
Browser-specific guidance
For instructions on managing cookies in specific browsers, please consult:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Local storage
In addition to cookies, this website uses browser local storage to retain certain information across page visits. Local storage functions similarly to cookies but stores data locally on your device without transmission to our servers with each request.
Data stored in local storage includes:
- Cookie consent preference (key: cookieConsent)
- Enquiry form data for display on confirmation page (keys: selectedService, userName)
Local storage data persists until you clear your browser data or manually delete it through browser settings.
Impact of disabling cookies
If you disable or reject cookies:
- The cookie consent banner will appear on each visit
- Form submission confirmation details may not display correctly
- Website functionality may be impaired
Updates to this policy
We may update this Cookies Policy to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our website practices. Material updates will be communicated through website notice.
Continued use of the website after changes indicates acceptance of the updated policy.
Contact information
For questions regarding our use of cookies or this policy, please contact:
ochreshore Environmental Consulting
42 Rodney Street
Liverpool, L1 9AA
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]