Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

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

At HTR Autocentre, we use cookies to enhance your experience when booking MOT tests, car servicing, and vehicle repairs through our website.

2. How We Use Cookies

HTR Autocentre uses cookies to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Improve website functionality and user experience
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Ensure website security

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, form submissions, and access to secure areas of the website.

• Purpose: Website functionality and security
• Duration: Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)
• Can be disabled: No - these are essential for website operation

3.2 Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and if visitors get error messages.

• Purpose: Website analytics and performance monitoring
• Duration: Up to 2 years
• Can be disabled: Yes - through browser settings

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personal features.

• Purpose: Remember user preferences and settings
• Duration: Up to 1 year
• Can be disabled: Yes - through browser settings

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:

4.1 Google Fonts

• Provider: Google LLC
• Purpose: Load custom fonts for better website appearance
• Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy

4.2 Font Awesome

• Provider: Fonticons, Inc.
• Purpose: Load icons for website functionality
• Privacy Policy: Font Awesome Privacy Policy

4.3 FormSubmit

• Provider: FormSubmit
• Purpose: Process contact form submissions
• Privacy Policy: FormSubmit Privacy Policy

5. Managing Cookies

5.1 Browser Settings

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View which cookies are stored on your device
• Delete cookies individually or all at once
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block third-party cookies
• Clear cookies when you close your browser

5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

• 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 > Cookies and site data

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:

• Form submissions may not work correctly
• Website preferences may not be saved
• Some interactive features may be unavailable
• Website performance may be affected

7. Cookie Consent

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, please adjust your browser settings accordingly or stop using our website.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on our website.

9. Contact Us

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

For more information about our services, visit our services page or book an appointment online.