Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 1, 2024
Welcome to Oxfordshire Auctioneers’ website, operated by Vibe Reports Ltd (“we”, “us”, or “our”). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, the types of cookies we use on our website, how you can manage or delete these cookies, and your rights regarding cookie data. By continuing to use this site, you consent to the use of cookies as described herein, unless you have disabled them via your browser settings.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. Cookies are used to enhance user experience by storing information about user preferences and interactions with the website. They serve various purposes, from essential site functionality to analytics and advertising.
Types of Cookies Used on Our Website
Our website uses several types of cookies, each serving a different purpose:
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Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the operation of our website. They enable you to navigate the site and use its features, such as accessing secure areas. Without these cookies, services cannot be provided as effectively.
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Performance Cookies: These collect information about how visitors use a website, for instance, which pages visitors go to most often. The data collected by these cookies is aggregated and anonymous, and is used to improve the performance and user experience of our website.
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Functionality Cookies: These allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your user name, language, or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personalized features.
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Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These may be placed by us or by third parties with our consent. They collect information about your browsing habits and are used to make advertising more relevant to you and your interests. They can also limit the number of times you see an ad and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Managing and Deleting Cookies
You have the right to accept or reject cookies from our website, except for necessary cookies which are essential for the site to function properly. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings:
- Most browsers allow you to refuse all cookies or to indicate when a cookie is being sent. The Help menu on the menu bar of most browsers also tells you how to prevent your browser from accepting new cookies, how to have the browser notify you when you receive a new cookie, or how to disable cookies altogether.
- You can delete cookies that are already on your device by using the browser functionality.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website may use third-party services, such as Google Analytics, which set their own cookies for their own purposes (e.g., tracking site performance). These are subject to their own privacy policies and terms. We do not have control over these cookies, so please check the third party’s website for more information about their use of cookies and how to manage them.
Consent and Control
By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. If you prefer to avoid certain types of cookies, you can adjust your settings as outlined above. Please note that by disabling or blocking any or all cookies, some parts of the site may not function correctly.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We reserve the right to modify this Cookie Policy at any time. When we make changes to this Cookie Policy, they are indicated by updating the “Last Updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review our Cookie Policy frequently to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns regarding our Cookie Policy or if you would like to contact us about cookie-related issues, please email us at: [email protected].
This Cookie Policy is compliant with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), ePrivacy Directive, and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). We are committed to protecting your personal data and ensuring that our use of cookies aligns with these regulations.
Please note that this Cookie Policy is a guideline and should be reviewed by a legal expert to ensure full compliance with all relevant laws and regulations, including but not limited to GDPR, ePrivacy, CCPA, and UK GDPR.