Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Cloudswitched ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at www.cloudswitched.com.

By continuing to browse or use our website, you agree to the storing of cookies and similar technologies on your device to enhance your site experience, analyse site usage, and assist in our marketing efforts.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and supply information to the site owners. Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or until they expire) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser).

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

CookiePurposeDuration
cs_sessionMaintains your login session and shopping cartSession
cs_cookie_consentStores your cookie consent preferences1 year
cf_clearanceCloudflare security - confirms you are not a bot30 minutes
Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

CookiePurposeDuration
_gaGoogle Analytics - distinguishes unique users2 years
_ga_*Google Analytics 4 - maintains session state2 years
_gidGoogle Analytics - distinguishes users24 hours
_gatGoogle Analytics - throttles request rate1 minute
Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver adverts more relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and to help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

CookiePurposeDuration
_gcl_auGoogle Ads - stores conversion data90 days
_fbpFacebook Pixel - delivers targeted advertising90 days
_uetsidMicrosoft Advertising - tracks conversions1 day
_uetvidMicrosoft Advertising - stores visitor ID13 months
How to Manage Cookies

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Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the site to operate.

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Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business operations. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at info@cloudswitched.com or Cloudswitched, WeWork, 1 St Katharine's Way, London E1W 1UN

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