Last updated: June 2026
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website work properly, improve your experience, and provide information to the website owner.
How we use cookies
This website (nestkillin.co.uk) is operated by Nest at Wester Lix, a project of Shed Collective Ltd — the data controller for any personal data collected through this website, registered with the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO). We use a small number of cookies, grouped into the following categories:
1. Essential cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are set in response to actions you take, such as submitting a form.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
_GRECAPTCHA | Google reCAPTCHA v3 — verifies you are a real visitor and protects our contact form from spam | 6 months |
2. Analytics cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the website, which pages are most popular, and how people navigate the site. All data is anonymous. These cookies are only set if you give consent.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique visitors | 2 years |
_ga_* | Google Analytics 4 — maintains session state | 2 years |
Analytics cookies are only activated when you consent. We use Google Analytics 4, which anonymises IP addresses by default.
Managing your preferences
When you first visit our website, a cookie banner will appear allowing you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the button below.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Please note that blocking essential cookies may affect the functionality of the website.
Third-party cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. The third parties involved are:
- Google (reCAPTCHA spam protection) — Google Privacy Policy
- Google Analytics (with your consent) — Google Privacy Policy
More information
For more details on how we handle your personal data, please read our Privacy Policy.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please email us.