Cookies Policy

Effective Date: December 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Catalyst-DBC Ltd (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, www.catalyst-dbc.co.uk. It explains what cookies are, why we use them, and your choices regarding their use.

1. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences, improve performance, and provide a better user experience.

Cookies can be:
 Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
 Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until deleted
 First-party cookies: Set by our website
 Third-party cookies: Set by external services integrated into our website (e.g.,
analytics tools)

2. Cookies We Use
Catalyst-DBC Ltd uses the following cookies on our website:

Cookie Name / Provider	Type	Purpose	Duration
_ga (Google Analytics)	First-party / Analytical	Tracks user interaction on the website to understand visitor behavior and improve services	2 Years
_gid (Google Analytics)	First-party / Analytical	Differentiates users on our website	24 Hours
_gat (Google Analytics)	First-party / Analytical	Limits the rate of requests to Google Analytics	1 Minute
cookieconsent_statu s	First-party / Functional	Remembers your consent choice for cookies	1 Year
Other essential cookies	First-party / Functional	Required for website functionality, such as navigation and login	Session or Persistant

Note: If you integrate other tools such as marketing platforms, live chat, or video
players, they may set additional cookies.

3. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:

1. Ensure website functionality: Some cookies are essential to allow you to navigate the site and use services.

2. Improve your experience: Cookies remember your preferences and display settings.
3. Website analytics: Analytical cookies help us understand how users interact with our website so we can improve it.
4. Legal compliance: We use cookies to manage cookie consent and comply with UK data protection law.

4. Managing Cookies
You can manage or withdraw your cookie consent at any time by:
 Using the cookie banner on our website to adjust your settings
 Changing your browser settings to block or delete cookies (note: some parts of the site may not function if cookies are disabled)

Browser Settings:
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. For example:
 Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
 Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-in-microsoft- edge-63947406-40ac-c3b8-57b9-2a946a29ae09
 Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences

5. Third-Party Cookies
Our website may include third-party services such as Google Analytics to help us analyse traffic. These cookies are subject to the third-party provider’s privacy policy We do not control how third-party cookies are stored or used beyond the website.

6. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy occasionally. The latest version will always be available on our website. Any material changes will be highlighted on the site where appropriate.

7. Contact Us
For questions about our use of cookies or privacy practices, please contact:

Catalyst-DBC Ltd
Email: support@catalyst-dbc.co.uk
Address: 200 Streets Ln, Cheslyn Hay, Great Wyrley, Walsall WS6 7AW