Wilkinson Brothers Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 28 August 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Wilkinson Brothers Scrap Metal ("we," "us," or "our") uses them on our website, and your choices regarding their use. This policy should be read alongside our main Privacy Policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the website owners, helping to improve your browsing experience.

2. How We Use Cookies

Our website uses cookies for several important reasons, such as:

To provide a great and secure experience for our visitors and clients.
To monitor and analyse the performance, operation, and effectiveness of our website.
To help us understand website traffic and usage patterns through analytics tools like Google Analytics.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

The cookies used on our site can be categorized as follows:

Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the website to function correctly (e.g., for security and navigation). They do not require your consent.
Performance/Analytics Cookies: These allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve our site's performance (e.g., Google Analytics). These require your consent via our cookie banner.

We do not currently use Advertising/Targeting Cookies on our website.

4. Third-Party Cookies & Integrations

Our site utilises services that may place additional cookies on your device:

Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to collect statistical information about website usage. Google Analytics sets cookies (commonly including _ga and _gid) to gather this anonymised data. Google's Privacy Policy applies.
Google Maps: The embedded Google Map on our "Contact Us" page may set cookies for preferences and usage tracking according to Google's Privacy Policy.

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. This banner allows you to Accept or Reject non-essential cookies (like Analytics cookies).

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most web browsers allow you to view, manage, block, or delete cookies. Blocking all cookies may impact website functionality. Please refer to your browser's help documentation for the most current instructions.

6. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or legislation. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

7. How to Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies on this website, please contact us at:

Phone: 01924 469409
Post: 14 Heckmondwike Road, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 3PH