Cookie Policy
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This Cookie Policy explains how Bowline Property Ltd ("BPL", "we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, www.bowlineproperty.co.uk, and the choices available to you. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains more generally how we handle personal data.
Our use of cookies is governed by the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 ("PECR") and, where cookies involve personal data, the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They're widely used to make websites work, work more efficiently, and to give the website owner information about how the site is used. Similar technologies (such as pixels and local storage) are treated the same way under this Policy.
Cookies may be first-party (set directly by us) or third-party (set by a service we use, such as a booking widget or payment provider), and may be session-based (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent (remaining for a set period).
Categories of Cookies We Use
- Strictly Necessary, essential for the site to function, such as remembering your cookie preferences. These don't require consent.
- Low-Risk (Security), used solely for security or fraud-prevention purposes. These may be used without consent, but you can still opt out.
- Functional, remember your choices (such as form entries) for a more personalised experience. We ask for your consent before using these.
- Analytics and Performance, help us understand how visitors use our site, so we can improve it. We ask for your consent before using these.
- Targeting and Marketing, used to make advertising more relevant, or measure campaign effectiveness. We always ask for your consent before using these.
Cookies We Use
| Category | Cookie / Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Cookie consent preference | Remembers your cookie choices so we don't ask again on every visit. | 12 months |
| Low-Risk (Security) | Stripe security cookie | Helps detect fraudulent payment activity. No consent required; opt-out available via your browser. | Session |
| Functional | Calendly booking cookie | Remembers your booking session when arranging a call or viewing. | Session / up to 12 months |
| Functional | Netlify form cookie | Supports secure submission of enquiry and contact forms. | Session |
| Marketing | MailerLite sign-up cookie | Remembers whether you've already been shown a marketing sign-up prompt. | Up to 12 months |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use, including Calendly (bookings), Stripe (payments), Netlify (hosting and forms), and MailerLite (email marketing). These providers may set their own cookies when you interact with their part of our site. We don't control these cookies, please refer to each provider's own cookie or privacy policy for further detail.
Your Choices
When you first visit our website, we'll ask for your consent to non-essential cookies through a cookie banner, where you can accept all, reject non-essential cookies, or manage your preferences by category. You can change your mind at any time using the cookie settings link in our website footer.
You can also control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Blocking some cookies may affect how our website works. For general guidance on managing cookies, see the ICO's guidance at ico.org.uk.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time, for example to reflect changes in the cookies we use or in the law. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Bowline Property Ltd
Email: info@bowlineproperty.co.uk
Registered office: Lytchett House, 13 Freeland Park, Wareham Road, Poole, Dorset, BH16 6FA
If you're unhappy with how we've used cookies or personal data, please see the Complaints section of our Privacy Policy, which also explains how to complain to the ICO.