Cookie Policy

Last updated: 30 October 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Kilowatts.uk, operated by Vangarda Build Limited, uses cookies and similar technologies to provide, protect, and improve your experience on our website.

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit a website. They enable sites to function correctly, remember preferences, and gather analytics about performance and usage. Some are essential for security and basic functionality, while others help us enhance your experience.

2. Types of cookies we use

Kilowatts.uk classifies cookies into two categories for transparency and control:

Essential cookies, Required for the website to function securely and reliably (for example, sessions, form handling, or remembering basic settings). These cannot be disabled.
Optional cookies, Enhance functionality or help us understand how the site is used. These may include analytics, embedded maps, or third-party tools. You can enable or disable these any time on our Cookie Control page.

When you first visit Kilowatts.uk, a banner appears inviting you to Accept All optional cookies or choose your preferences. Until you decide, only essential cookies are active.

Your choices are stored in small control cookies named using the format _{slug}_cookie_control. For example: _google_cookie_control=1 means enabled. These last up to one year unless changed or cleared.

4. Optional cookies currently in use

Optional cookies used by Kilowatts.uk
Service	Description	Duration	Category
`_google_cookie_control`	Enables Google Analytics and Ads cookies to measure traffic, conversions, and advertising performance across Kilowatts.uk (using Tag Manager and remarketing functions).	Up to 2 years	Analytics / Marketing

5. How to control your preferences

You can review or update your preferences at any time via the Cookie Control page. Each optional service lists a description, storage duration, and a toggle to turn it on or off.

Changes apply immediately via a secure AJAX request.
Your browser saves a small indicator cookie (e.g. _google_cookie_control=1).
The backend logs your consent for compliance.
Disabling a service stops related scripts instantly.

You can withdraw consent anytime by returning to the Cookie Control page. Once disabled, the cookie is removed and the associated trackers cease immediately.

7. Third-party cookies

Some cookies come from third-party providers such as Google and YouTube. They are only set after you give explicit consent. Refer to each provider’s privacy policy for details on data use.

8. Keeping this policy up to date

As we add new features or integrations, new optional cookies may appear. The Cookie Control page always shows the latest list, and this policy will be updated to match.