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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 31 December 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Byte IT Security Systems ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at www.byteitsecurity.co.uk (the "Website").

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to the website owners.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
byte_security_cookie_consent Stores your cookie consent preferences Persistent (until cleared)
session_id Maintains your session state across pages Session

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.

Analytics Cookies (If Enabled)

With your consent, we may use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve our services.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We may use services provided by third parties that may set their own cookies. These include:

  • Netlify: Our hosting provider may use cookies for content delivery and security purposes
  • Analytics Services: If you consent, we may use Google Analytics or similar services

4. Your Cookie Choices

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies:

Through Our Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner where you can choose to accept or decline non-essential cookies.

Through Your Browser

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Block all cookies
  • Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Please note that blocking all cookies may impact your experience on our website and limit the services we can provide.

Browser Cookie Settings

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

5. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was most recently revised.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:

  • Email: info@byteitsecurity.co.uk
  • Phone: +44 28 9000 0000
  • Address: Northern Ireland, United Kingdom

7. More Information

For more information about online privacy and cookies, visit: