Cookies
Cookie policy
How we use cookies and similar technologies — including analytics and Google Ads — and how you stay in control of them.
Last updated: 30 July 2026
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They're widely used to make sites work, to remember your preferences, and to help owners understand how their site is used. This policy also covers similar technologies such as pixels, tags and local storage.
How we ask for your consent
When you first visit, we show a consent banner. Only strictly necessary cookies are set by default — analytics and advertising cookies are used only after you choose Allow all. You can change or withdraw your choice at any time below.
We use Google Consent Mode, so Google's analytics and advertising tags adjust their behaviour based on the consent you give. Until you consent to advertising cookies, those tags run in a restricted, cookieless mode where available.
The categories of cookies we use
Strictly necessary
Required for the site to work and to remember your cookie choices. These are always on and cannot be switched off.
Analytics / performance
Google Analytics helps us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it. Only runs if you accept analytics cookies.
Advertising / targeting
Google Ads and related services measure our adverts and may show you relevant ads elsewhere. Only runs if you accept advertising cookies.
Cookies we set
The table below lists the main cookies you may encounter. Exact names and lifespans can vary as Google and our tools update them.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Category | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| uoc_consent | Under One Cloud | Stores your cookie consent choices so we can respect them. | Strictly necessary | 6 months |
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users and sessions to measure site usage. | Analytics | 13 months |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users to measure site usage. | Analytics | 24 hours |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads | Conversion linker — attributes ad clicks to actions on our site. | Advertising | 90 days |
| _gcl_aw | Google Ads | Stores ad-click information for conversion measurement. | Advertising | 90 days |
| IDE, test_cookie | Google (DoubleClick) | Measures ad performance and helps show relevant ads across sites. | Advertising | Up to 13 months |
Google Analytics & Google Ads
We use Google Analytics to measure how the site is used, and Google Ads (including conversion tracking and remarketing) to measure and improve our advertising. These services may set the cookies listed above and process data such as your IP address and online activity.
You can read how Google uses information from sites that use its services at policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites, and opt out of Google Analytics with the Google Analytics opt-out add-on.
Managing your cookies
Change or withdraw your consent at any time using the button below. You can also block or delete cookies through your browser settings (see the help pages for Chrome, Edge, Safari or Firefox). Blocking all cookies may affect how parts of the site work.
For ad-personalisation controls, visit Google My Ad Center.
Contact us
Questions about this policy or how we use cookies? Email getintouch@underonecloud.com or write to Under One Cloud, Langstone Gate, Solent Road, Havant PO9 1TR.