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Cookie Policy

MyDIYHire.com Ltd

Last updated: 24/12/2025

This Cookie Policy explains how MyDIYHire.com Ltd (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit www.mydiyhire.com (the “Website”).

Cookies help us run a fast, secure, and reliable hire platform while improving your experience.


1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They allow websites to recognise your device, remember preferences, and understand how users interact with the site.

Cookies do not give us access to your device or personal files.


2. Types of Cookies We Use

a) Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Website to function correctly and cannot be switched off.

They are used to:

  • Enable core site functionality
  • Manage secure logins and sessions
  • Process bookings and payments
  • Prevent fraud and misuse

Without these cookies, the Website cannot operate properly.


b) Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Website so we can improve performance and usability.

They allow us to:

  • Monitor page visits and traffic sources
  • Understand user journeys
  • Identify errors and improve speed and functionality

All data collected is aggregated and anonymised.


c) Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the Website to remember your preferences and choices.

They help with:

  • Remembering settings (e.g. location, preferences)
  • Enhancing personalised features
  • Improving overall user experience

d) Marketing & Advertising Cookies (Where Applicable)

These cookies may be used to deliver relevant advertising and measure campaign effectiveness.

They may:

  • Track interactions with adverts
  • Limit how often ads are shown
  • Help us understand marketing performance

These cookies are only used where consent is provided.


3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by trusted third-party services that support our platform, such as:

  • Analytics providers
  • Payment and checkout services
  • Identity verification and security tools
  • Marketing platforms (where enabled)

These third parties may process data in accordance with their own privacy policies and applicable law.


4. Consent & Cookie Control

When you first visit our Website, you will be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Manage your cookie preferences

You can change or withdraw your consent at any time through your browser settings or cookie preferences tool (if enabled).


5. How to Manage Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings, including:

  • Viewing cookies stored on your device
  • Blocking or deleting cookies
  • Setting preferences for specific websites

Please note: disabling certain cookies may impact Website functionality and your ability to use some features.


6. Legal Basis

We use cookies in accordance with:

  • UK GDPR
  • Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR)

Strictly necessary cookies are used based on legitimate interest. All other cookies are used based on user consent.


7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our services. Any updates will be posted on this page.


8. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us:

📧 contact@mydiyhire.com
🌐 www.mydiyhire.com