COOKIE POLICY
This Cookie Policy explains how Piper Architecture Ltd ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on https://www.piperarchitecture.co.uk/ (the "Site"). It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow a site to recognise your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferences or whether you've logged in. Similar technologies (such as tracking pixels and local storage) work in a comparable way and are covered by this policy too.
How we use cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Strictly necessary cookies — required for the Site to function, such as keeping you logged in or remembering information as you move between pages. These do not require your consent. Analytics cookies — help us understand how visitors use the Site (e.g. which pages are popular) so we can improve it. These require your consent before they are set.
We do not currently use cookies for advertising, marketing, or cross-site tracking purposes.
Cookies we use
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Category | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
crumb |
Squarespace | Prevents Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) security attacks to keep the site secure. | Strictly Necessary | Session |
Locked |
Squarespace | Used if the website or specific pages are password-protected; prevents the password screen from appearing again once logged in. | Functional | Session |
ss_cid |
Squarespace | Identifies unique visitors and tracks a visitor’s path and sessions on the site. | Analytics | 2 years |
ss_cpvisit |
Squarespace | Identifies unique visitors and tracks a visitor’s path and sessions on the site. | Analytics | 2 years |
ss_cvr |
Squarespace | Identifies unique visitors and tracks a visitor’s path and sessions on the site. | Analytics | 2 years |
ss_cvisit |
Squarespace | Identifies unique visitors and tracks a visitor’s path and sessions on the site. | Analytics | 30 minutes |
ss_cvt |
Squarespace | Identifies unique visitors and tracks a visitor’s path and sessions on the site. | Analytics | 30 minutes |
_ga |
Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors for the purposes of website analytics via Google Analytics (GA4). | Analytics | Up to 2 years |
_ga_XXXXXXXXXX |
Google Analytics | Persists session state for Google Analytics (GA4) reporting. | Analytics | Up to 2 years |
Managing your cookie preferences
[ONCE A CONSENT BANNER IS IN PLACE, DESCRIBE IT HERE — e.g.:] When you first visit the Site, you'll be asked to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking "Cookie settings" in the footer of the Site.
You can also control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to refuse all cookies, accept only certain types, or delete cookies that have already been set. Please note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may affect how the Site functions. Guidance for common browsers can be found at:
Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647 Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/clear-cookies-and-site-data-firefox Safari: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge
Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time, for example if we start using new cookies or technologies. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Piper Architecture Ltd / info@piperarchitecture.co.uk / 1 Fry Street, Holsworthy, Devon, EX22 6DY