Cookie Policy
Last updated: 6 October 2026
This page explains what cookies and similar browser storage this website uses, and how you can control them.
Manage your settings
You can change your choices at any time:
You can also clear cookies and site data in your browser settings. Blocking essential storage may stop some features (like forms) from working.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small files saved on your device. “Similar technologies” include browser storage (localStorage) and tracking pixels. We call them all “cookies” here.
Essential (always on)
Needed for the site to work and stay secure. They don’t need consent.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookie-consent | Winston's Driving School (localStorage) | Remembers your cookie choices | Until you clear it or we change categories |
| Visitor ID (reactions) | Winston's Driving School (localStorage) | Allows one reaction per visitor on client stories | Until you clear it |
| reCAPTCHA / App Check | Spam and bot protection for forms and the database | Session, up to a few weeks [PLACEHOLDER: verify] | |
| Firebase storage | Keeps the site’s connection to our database working | Session / persistent |
Third-party content
Our footer map is an embedded Google Map. Loading it may let Google set its own cookies. See the Google cookies page. [PLACEHOLDER: if you later gate the map behind consent, update this]
Analytics (optional)
Helps us understand which pages are used so we can improve the site. These only run if you turn them on.
Currently in use: none. [PLACEHOLDER: list the tool here if you add e.g. Google Analytics]
Marketing (optional)
Used to measure and show relevant ads. These only run if you turn them on.
Currently in use: none. [PLACEHOLDER: list the tool here if you add e.g. Meta Pixel / Google Ads]
More information
See our Privacy Policy, or contact us at winstonsdrivingschool12@gmail.com.