GDPR CookiePolicy

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, the types of cookies we use, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve security, enhance user experience, and provide information to website owners about how the site is being used.

Some cookies are essential for the website to operate, while others are optional and require your consent.

How we use cookies

Our website uses both first-party cookies (set directly by us) and third-party cookies (set by external service providers).

We use cookies for the following purposes:

To ensure the website functions securely and correctly
To remember your cookie preferences
To enable core website features such as log-in, checkout, or form submission
To analyse website traffic and user behaviour
To improve website performance and user experience
To support embedded content such as videos
To deliver advertising and measure marketing effectiveness (only where consent is given)

Non-essential cookies will only be used with your prior consent in accordance with UK GDPR and PECR.

Types of cookies we use

Cookies are grouped into the following categories:

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as logging in, filling out forms, or setting privacy preferences.
These cookies do not require consent under UK GDPR/PECR.
wpEmojiSettingsSupports – Session cookie used to determine emoji compatibility
cookieyes-consent – Stores your cookie consent preferences (1 year)
DPX – Security cookie used to detect and block malicious activity (1 hour)
rc::a / rc::c – Google reCAPTCHA cookies used to prevent spam and abuse (session / persistent)

2. Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering preferences or enabling third-party features.
These cookies are only used where you have given consent where required.
WHMCS session cookies (e.g. vl-, WHMCSSYo8RXdW9x9A) – Manage login sessions, cart, and checkout functionality (session)
Stripe cookies (__stripe_mid, __stripe_sid) – Fraud prevention and payment processing support (varies)
g_state – Stores Google sign-in state (6 months)
YouTube cookies (VISITOR_INFO1_LIVE, yt-player-related cookies) – Video playback optimisation and interaction features (up to 6 months)

3. Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve performance and user experience.
These cookies are only used with your consent.
Google Analytics (_ga, ga*) – Tracks website usage and visitor behaviour (up to 1 year 1 month)
Microsoft Clarity (_clck, _clsk) – Provides session analytics and heatmaps (up to 1 year)
YouTube YSC – Tracks video interactions (session)
AWSALB / AWSALBCORS – Load balancing and performance optimisation (up to 7 days)
TrustedSite cookies (trustedsite_visit, tm_float_seen) – Security and trust verification analytics (short duration)

4. Advertising and Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used only where you have explicitly consented. They help deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign performance.
__Secure-YNID / __Secure-ROLLOUT_TOKEN – YouTube advertising, security, and feature testing cookies (up to 6 months)

We do not sell your personal data. Any advertising cookies are used solely to improve relevance and measure effectiveness.

Cookie consent

When you first visit our website, you will be shown a cookie banner allowing you to:

Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Customise your preferences

Non-essential cookies (analytics, functional, and advertising) will only be placed if you provide consent.

You can withdraw or change your consent at any time via the “Consent Preferences” link on our website.

Managing cookies in your browser

You can also control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.

Helpful links:

Changes to this Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal, technical, or business requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.

Contact us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

RUSD LTD
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 0161 451 5105
Registered Office: 82 Reddish Road, Stockport, SK5 7QU

Last Updated: 13 June 2026