Last updated: 15th January 2026
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners. Cookies help us understand how you use our website and improve your browsing experience.
Silvershard uses cookies for several purposes:
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
We use Google Analytics to collect information about how visitors use our website. These cookies help us understand which pages are most popular, how long visitors stay on our site, and how they navigate through our content. This information helps us improve our website and services.
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference or cookie consent choices) and provide enhanced, more personalised features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. We use Google Ads and other advertising services that may place these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year | Necessary |
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 24 hours | Analytics |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads - conversion tracking | 90 days | Marketing |
| _gcl_aw | Google Ads - conversion tracking | 90 days | Marketing |
| IDE | Google Ads - advertising personalisation | 2 years | Marketing |
We use several third-party services that may place cookies on your device:
We implement Google Consent Mode v2, which adjusts how Google services behave based on your consent choices. When you deny consent for analytics or marketing cookies, Google services operate in a privacy-enhanced mode that respects your preferences whilst still providing basic functionality. This ensures compliance with privacy regulations whilst maintaining service quality.
You have several options for managing cookies:
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
You can opt out of specific tracking services:
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly:
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable regulations. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy. For general terms and conditions, please see our Terms of Service.