Last updated: March 2026
This policy explains what cookies Asbestos Connect uses, why we use them, and how you can control them. We are committed to being transparent about our use of cookies in line with UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember information about your visit — such as whether you're logged in — and can also be used to understand how people use a site.
| Cookie / Storage | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session cookie | Essential | Keeps you logged in while you use the app. Set by our server when you sign in. | Until you log out or browser closes |
| Service Worker cache | Essential | Caches app resources for faster loading and limited offline access (PWA feature). | Until cache is cleared or updated |
| _ga, _ga_* | Analytics | Google Analytics — helps us understand how visitors use the app (pages visited, session duration, device type). Only set with your consent. | Up to 2 years |
| cookie_consent | Essential | Stores your cookie preference (accepted or declined) so we don't ask you again. | 1 year |
Essential cookies are necessary for the app to function. Without them you cannot log in or use core features. Under PECR, these do not require your consent.
We use Google Analytics (GA4) to collect anonymous data about how people use Asbestos Connect — for example, which sections are visited most or how long sessions last. This helps us improve the platform.
Google Analytics cookies are only set if you accept cookies via our consent banner. If you decline, Google Analytics is not loaded at all.
Google may transfer data to servers outside the UK. Google LLC is certified under appropriate safeguards. For more information, see Google's Privacy Policy.
When you first visit Asbestos Connect you will be shown a cookie banner. You can:
You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser cookies, which will reset the banner on your next visit.
You can also opt out of Google Analytics across all websites by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Most browsers allow you to view, delete, and block cookies. Here are links to guidance for the most common browsers:
Please note that blocking essential cookies will prevent you from logging in to Asbestos Connect.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at admin@asbestosconnect.co.uk.
For our full Privacy Policy, visit asbestosconnect.co.uk/privacy.html.