Cookies Policy
MURPHY WALDRON ESTATES LIMITED
Last Updated: 01-12-2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies on our website www.murphy-waldron.com/ to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you use our website
- Improve your user experience
- Analyse website traffic and performance
- Enable certain website functions
Your Cookie Choices
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent. You can:
- Accept All Cookies – All cookies will be set
- Reject Non-Essential Cookies – Only essential cookies will be set
- Manage Preferences – Choose which types of cookies to accept
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by [clicking here] or through your browser settings.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They include:
Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
PHPSESSID | Maintains user session | Session |
cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 12 months |
security_token | Security and fraud prevention | Session |
2. Performance/Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how visitors interact with our website:
Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
_ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
_gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
_gat | Google Analytics | Limits request rate | 1 minute |
3. Functionality Cookies
These remember your preferences and choices:
Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
user_preferences | Stores display preferences | 30 days |
recently_viewed | Remembers properties you’ve viewed | 30 days |
search_criteria | Saves your search preferences | 7 days |
4. Marketing/Advertising Cookies
These track your browsing habits to show relevant advertisements:
Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
fr | Delivers relevant advertisements | 3 months | |
NID | Stores preferences and personalizes ads | 6 months | |
VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE | YouTube | Measures bandwidth | 6 months |
Third-Party Cookies
We work with third-party services that may set their own cookies:
Property Portals
- Rightmove – For property listings integration
- Zoopla – For property listings integration
- OnTheMarket – For property listings integration
Social Media
- Facebook – For social sharing and plugins
- Twitter/X – For social sharing
- LinkedIn – For professional networking features
- Instagram – For property showcases
Other Services
- Google Maps – For property location services
- YouTube – For property video tours
Managing Cookies
We work with third-party services that may set their own cookies:
Property Portals
- Rightmove – For property listings integration
- Zoopla – For property listings integration
- OnTheMarket – For property listings integration
Social Media
- Facebook – For social sharing and plugins
- Twitter/X – For social sharing
- LinkedIn – For professional networking features
- Instagram – For property showcases
Other Services
- Google Maps – For property location services
- YouTube – For property video tours
LiveChat – For customer support (if applicable)
Through Our Cookie Settings
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clicking the cookie settings link in our website footer
- Using our cookie management tool
- Adjusting your preferences in the popup
Through Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies
Useful Links
Learn more about cookies and how to manage them:
- All About Cookies: www.allaboutcookies.org
- Your Online Choices: www.youronlinechoices.com
- Network Advertising Initiative: www.networkadvertising.org
Impact of Refusing Cookies
If you choose to refuse or delete cookies:
- Essential Cookies: The website may not function properly
- Performance Cookies: We won’t be able to improve our services based on usage
- Functionality Cookies: Your preferences won’t be remembered between visits
- Marketing Cookies: You’ll still see ads, but they won’t be personalized
Cookies Set by Email
Please note that emails we send may contain tracking pixels that tell us:
- Whether you opened the email
- Which links you clicked
- Your device and email client
You can disable image loading in your email client to prevent this tracking.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:
- The cookies we use
- Legal requirements
- Our business practices
We will notify you of any material changes by updating the “Last Updated” date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Data Protection Officer Murphy Waldron Estates Limited 197 Eccles Old Road Salford, England, M6 8HA
Email: info@murphy-waldron.com
Phone: 0161 787 9195
Legal Basis
Our use of cookies is based on:
- Consent: For non-essential cookies
- Legitimate Interests: For essential cookies necessary for website operation
This policy complies with:
- UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
- Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR)
- EU Cookie Directive
Cookie Consent Management: This website uses [Insert Cookie Consent Solution] to manage cookie preferences in compliance with GDPR requirements.
