Cookies Policy

Effective Date: 26/02/2026
Website: www.theukchief.co.uk
Business Name: The UK Chief
Location: Surrey, United Kingdom
Contact Email: jed@theukchief.co.uk

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how The UK Chief (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on www.theukchief.co.uk.

By continuing to use our website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy, subject to your consent preferences.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.

Cookies may be:

• Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser

• Persistent cookies – remain on your device for a set period

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies:

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as:

• Secure checkout

• Shopping cart functionality

• Page navigation

• Security features

These cookies cannot be switched off in our systems.

3.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting anonymous information such as:

• Pages visited

• Time spent on pages

• Traffic sources

• Error messages

This helps us improve website performance and user experience.

We may use tools such as:

• Google Analytics (if applicable)

These cookies are only placed with your consent.

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as:

• Region selection

• Saved preferences

• Login details (if accounts are enabled)

They enhance your browsing experience.

3.4 Marketing & Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be used to:

• Deliver relevant advertisements

• Measure advertising effectiveness

• Prevent repeated display of the same ads

These may include third-party services such as:

• Meta/Facebook Pixel (if used)

• Google Ads (if used)

Marketing cookies are only placed if you provide consent.

4. How Long Cookies Are Stored

Cookies remain on your device for varying lengths of time depending on their purpose:

• Session cookies expire when you close your browser

• Persistent cookies remain until they expire or are manually deleted

5. Managing Cookies

You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:

Through Our Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you will be given the option to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

You can update your preferences at any time by [insert link to cookie settings if applicable].

Through Your Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to:

• View cookies stored on your device

• Delete cookies

• Block certain types of cookies

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

6. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be placed by third-party services that appear on our website. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies.

We do not control third-party cookies and recommend reviewing their policies for further information.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

8. Contact

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact:

The UK Chief
Surrey, United Kingdom
Email: jed@theukchief.co.uk