Cookie Policy
Homecare Pet Landscape Editorial Platform · Last updated: September 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit our website. They enable the website to recognize your browser, remember your preferences, and provide analytical data to improve reader experience across our pet care and landscape guides.
We adhere strictly to the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and UK GDPR standards regarding transparency and consent.
Categories of Cookies We Use
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
Essential for core platform functionality, security, form CSRF token validation, and recording your cookie consent preferences. These cannot be switched off in our systems.
Typical Duration: Session to 1 year
2. Performance & Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors interact with our articles, which pet guides are most helpful, and identify layout errors or broken links. All data collected is aggregated and anonymized.
Typical Duration: Up to 2 years
3. Functionality & Preference Cookies
Enable enhanced features such as remembering reading history, category filters, and font size choices to provide a smoother reading experience.
Typical Duration: 1 year
Detailed Cookie Inventory
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookies_consent | Necessary | Stores your cookie consent choice | 1 year |
| _ga / _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics reader journey metrics | 24 hours - 2 years |
| HCPL_PREFS | Functional | Stores preferred reading category settings | 1 year |
Managing & Disabling Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most modern web browsers allow you to view stored cookies, delete existing cookies, or block cookies by default:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Third-Party Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Enhanced Tracking Protection
- Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions
You may also install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on to prevent data collection across web sessions.
Questions Regarding Cookie Practices
For inquiries regarding our use of cookies or our data protection practices under UK GDPR, contact our Data Protection Officer:
Entity: Homecarepetlandscape (UK)
Address: 79 Mill Lane, Manchester, M19 3LE, United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 560 075 465