Cookie Policy
Dead Simple Computing Ltd
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 - 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
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