Cookie Policy
Last updated: 29 January 2026
1. Scope of This Policy
This policy applies to the website crescospreaders.com ("the Website") which is operated by Cresco UK Ltd.
For information on how we collect and use personal data generally, please see our Privacy Policy.
2. What Are Cookies?
A cookie is a small file of letters and numbers that is downloaded on to your computer when you visit a website. Cookies are used by many websites and can do a number of things, such as remembering your preferences, recording what you have put in your shopping basket, and counting the number of people looking at a website.
Where cookies are used to collect personal data, we list these purposes in our Privacy Policy along with other personal data that we collect. However, you can also disable cookies as explained below.
3. Types of Cookies
Session vs Persistent Cookies
Session cookies: These are temporary cookies that remain in the cookie file of your browser until you close the browser. They are essential for some website features to function properly.
Persistent cookies: These remain in the cookie file of your browser for a longer period (which will depend on the lifetime of the specific cookie). Persistent cookies allow websites to remember your preferences and choices when you visit them again.
First-Party vs Third-Party Cookies
First-party cookies: These are set by the website you are visiting. Only that website can read them.
Third-party cookies: These are set by a domain other than the one you are visiting. They are often used for cross-site tracking, retargeting, and ad-serving.
Cookie Categories
Cookies are generally categorised as follows:
- Strictly necessary cookies: Essential for the website to function. Without them, services you have asked for cannot be provided.
- Analytical/performance cookies: Allow us to recognise and count visitors and see how they move around the website. This helps us improve how our website works.
- Functionality cookies: Used to recognise you when you return to our website. They enable us to personalise content and remember your preferences.
- Targeting cookies: Record your visit to our website, the pages you have visited and the links you have followed. We may use this information to make our website and advertising more relevant to your interests.
4. Cookie Schedule
Below is a list of the cookies that we use on this Website:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| sb-access-token | Supabase | Authentication session token | Session |
| sb-refresh-token | Supabase | Authentication refresh token | 7 days |
Analytical/Performance Cookies
We use Google Analytics to help us understand how visitors use our Website. These cookies are only set if you consent to analytical cookies.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_<ID> | Google Analytics | Persists session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
Functionality Cookies
None currently implemented.
Targeting Cookies
None currently implemented.
5. How to Control Your Cookies
You can choose to enable or disable cookies in your internet browser. By default, most internet browsers accept cookies but this can be changed. For further details, please consult the help menu in your internet browser or the documentation that came with your device.
You can choose to delete cookies at any time. However, you may lose any information that enables you to access the Website more quickly and efficiently including, but not limited to, login and personalisation settings.
It is recommended that you keep cookies enabled, as disabling them may prevent you from using certain features of the Website.
Withdrawing Consent for Analytical Cookies
You can withdraw your consent for analytical cookies at any time by clearing your browser's localStorage for this site. Alternatively, you can use Google's opt-out browser add-on available at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
Managing Cookies in Your Browser
Most browsers allow you to:
- see what cookies you have and delete them on an individual basis;
- block third-party cookies;
- block cookies from particular sites;
- block all cookies from being set; and
- delete all cookies when you close your browser.
Please note that if you choose to block all cookies, our site may not function as intended and you may not be able to use or access many of the services we provide.
6. Changes to This Policy
Cresco UK Ltd reserves the right to change this cookie policy as we may deem necessary from time to time or as may be required by law. Any changes will be immediately posted on the Website and you are deemed to have accepted the terms of the policy on your first use of the Website following the alterations.
7. Contact Details
If you have any questions about this cookie policy, please contact us:
- by email at info@crescospreaders.com; or
- by post at Cresco Ltd, Manor Lane, Peckleton, Leicestershire, LE9 7RJ, United Kingdom.