Cookie Policy
Last reviewed: October 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our websites. We only use essential cookies required for site functionality and embed YouTube videos in privacy-enhanced mode.
We do not use cookies for analytics, advertising, or tracking.
By continuing to browse our websites or by playing a YouTube video, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
2. Scope of This Policy
This Cookie Policy applies to all websites operated and fully controlled by NKM Websites. It covers cookies set by NKM Websites’ systems and services, such as hosting infrastructure, essential site functionality, and embedded YouTube videos in privacy-enhanced mode.
Any additional cookies set by plugins, third-party services, or custom content on a customer’s website are outside the scope of this policy. Website customers are responsible for ensuring compliance with UK/PECR and GDPR rules.
3. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when visiting a website. They help websites function correctly and remember your actions or preferences.
Cookies can be:
- First-party cookies – set directly by our website
- Third-party cookies – set by another service, such as YouTube, when you play an embedded video
4. How We Use Cookies
a) Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are required for the basic operation of our websites. They do not collect personal data and cannot be switched off.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Provider | Expiry | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| {company-reference}_cookie_consent | Records that you’ve acknowledged the cookie notice so it won’t appear again | This website (first-party) | 90 days | Essential |
b) YouTube Embedded Videos
Some pages contain embedded YouTube videos. We use YouTube’s privacy-enhanced mode (youtube-nocookie.com), which means no cookies are set until you play a video.
When you play a video:
- YouTube (Google LLC) may set cookies to remember preferences and measure video performance.
- These are third-party cookies controlled by Google, not by us.
- Specific cookies may change over time.
See: Google Cookies and Google Privacy Policy.
c) Google reCAPTCHA
Some forms and protected pages on our websites use Google reCAPTCHA (Google LLC) to prevent spam, abuse, and automated submissions.
When reCAPTCHA is loaded or interacted with:
- Google may set cookies such as
_GRECAPTCHAto assess whether a visitor is human - These are third-party cookies controlled by Google
- Google may also collect device and behavioural information (e.g. IP address, browser details, mouse movements)
These cookies are used solely for security and fraud prevention. Specific cookies and expiry times may vary as controlled by Google.
See: Google Cookies and Google Privacy Policy.
5. Managing Cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser. Most browsers allow you to block, delete, or set site-specific preferences.
If you block essential cookies, some parts of the website may not function correctly.
Browser guides:
6. Updates to This Policy
We review and update this policy periodically. Updates will be published on this page.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions, please contact:
contactus@nkmwebsites.co.uk