Cookie Policy
What cookies are, how Dead Simple Computing uses them, and how you can control them.
1. Introduction
Dead Simple Computing Ltd, trading as Dead Simple Computing and DSC - Cyber And Managed Services, uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can control them.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and provide information to website owners.
- Session cookies: Temporary, expire when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period
- First-party cookies: Set by the website you visit
- Third-party cookies: Set by a different website (e.g., analytics providers)
3. Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Necessary for the website to function. You cannot opt out of these.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session ID | Maintains your session while browsing | Session |
| Cookie consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 12 months |
| Security tokens | CSRF protection and security | Session |
Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_[ID] | Google Analytics | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
IP Anonymisation: We have enabled IP anonymisation in Google Analytics, so your full IP address is never stored.
Functional Cookies
Enable enhanced functionality and personalisation.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Preferences | Remembers your site preferences | 12 months |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third parties. We do not control these cookies:
- Google Analytics: Website analytics
- Cloudflare: Security and performance (if applicable)
We do not use advertising cookies or tracking pixels from social media platforms.
5. Your Cookie Choices
Cookie Consent Banner
- Accept all cookies: Enables all cookies including analytics
- Essential only: Only essential cookies will be set
- Manage preferences: Choose which categories to enable
Change preferences anytime via "Cookie Settings" in the website footer.
Browser Settings
- Chrome: Settings, Privacy and Security, Cookies
- Firefox: Options, Privacy & Security, Cookies
- Safari: Preferences, Privacy, Cookies
- Edge: Settings, Privacy, Search and Services, Cookies
Google Analytics Opt-Out
Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
6. Cookies and Our Tools
- Essential cookies may be used to maintain your session
- Analytics cookies (if consented) track Tool usage
- Password Generator does not use cookies, all generation happens client-side
7. Contact
Dead Simple Computing Ltd
Unit 6, 60 Portman Road, Reading, RG30 1EA
Email: privacy@deadsimplecomputing.co.uk
Phone: 0118 359 2220
Approved by
Daniel McClure Fisher
Director, Dead Simple Computing Ltd
December 2025
Effective: December 2025
Review Date: December 2026