Cookie Policy

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1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how The McLaren Group (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website mclarengroup.com. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

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2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites’ function, remember your preferences, and collect analytical data. Some cookies are set by us, while others are set by third parties.

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3. Types of Cookies We Use

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies Essential for website functionality (e.g., security, load balancing). These do not require user consent.
  • Performance and Analytics Cookies Help us understand how visitors use our site. These require user consent.
  • Functionality Cookies Enable enhanced features like remembering preferences. These require user consent.
  • Targeting or Advertising Cookies Used to deliver relevant ads and measure campaign effectiveness. These require user consent.

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4. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

We rely on user consent for all non-essential
cookies. Consent must be:

  • Freely given
  • Specific
  • Informed
  • Unambiguous

We do not use pre-ticked boxes or assume consent through continued site use.

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5. User Consent Management

We use a Cookie Consent Management Platform (CMP) to ensure compliance with ICO requirements:

  • A cookie banner appears on your first visit, allowing you to accept, reject, or customise cookie settings.
  • A cookie settings panel is accessible at any time via a persistent link in the website footer.
  • You can opt in or out of specific cookie categories.
  • We log and securely store your consent preferences for audit purposes.
  • We will refresh consent periodically or when cookie practices change significantly.

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6. Managing Cookies via Browser Settings

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. This may affect website functionality.

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7. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services, such as:

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Name Type
reCAPTCHA Essential
GSAP Essential
currentYear Essential
SplideJS Essential
Google Analytics (GA4) Essential

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These providers may process your data in accordance with their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their policies for more information.

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8. Sensitive Data and Explicit Consent

If any cookies collect special category data (e.g., health, biometric, behavioural tracking), we will obtain explicit consent before placing them.

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9. Data Protection and Your Rights

Any personal data collected via cookies is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

You have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Request correction or deletion
  • Withdraw consent
  • Object to processing

To exercise your rights, contact our Data Protection Officer: dpo@mclarengroup.com

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10. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.