cookies policy

Last updated: August 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Express Vehicle Services uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It applies to both:

  • Express Vehicle Services Limited

  • Express Vehicle Service Barry Limited

By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site recognise your device and remember your preferences or actions. Under the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), you must be informed about cookies and give consent for any that are not strictly necessary for the service you request.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies:

Strictly Necessary Cookies (No consent required)

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They include:

  • Security and session cookies

  • Load‑balancing cookies

  • Cookies that remember your privacy or cookie preferences These fall under the “strictly necessary” exemption in PECR.

Analytics Cookies (Consent required)

Used to understand how visitors use our website and improve performance. Examples: Google Analytics, traffic measurement tools. These are non‑essential and require prior, informed consent.

Marketing & Advertising Cookies (Consent required)

Used to deliver relevant ads or measure marketing performance. Examples: Google Ads, Facebook Pixel. These require active consent and will not be set unless you accept them.

Functional Cookies (Consent required)

Used to personalise your experience but are not essential for core functionality. Examples: remembering preferences not explicitly chosen by the user.

3. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Ensure the website works correctly

  • Improve security

  • Analyse website performance

  • Understand customer behaviour

  • Improve our services and user experience

  • Deliver relevant marketing (only with consent)

4. Your Cookie Choices

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner asking you to accept or reject non‑essential cookies. ICO guidance requires that:

  • Consent must be active, not implied

  • Rejecting cookies must be as easy as accepting them

  • Cookies must not be set before consent is given

You can change your preferences at any time using the “Cookie Settings” link in our footer.

5. Third‑Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third parties such as analytics providers or advertising networks. We ensure these providers meet UK GDPR standards, but they may collect data outside our direct control. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies for more information.

6. How to Manage Cookies in Your Browser

You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Common browsers allow you to:

  • View cookies

  • Delete cookies

  • Block cookies

  • Set privacy levels

Blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this policy to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our practices. The latest version will always be available on this page.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact:

Express Vehicle Services Email: info@exvs.co.uk