Cookie Policy | Bee Solar UK

How cookie consent works on the Bee Solar website

On your first visit to the Bee Solar website, a cookie consent banner lets you accept or decline non-essential cookies. Strictly necessary (essential) cookies may still run so the site can function, even if you decline optional categories. The rules for using our site are set out in our website terms and conditions.

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "cookie settings" link in the footer of our website. This gives you a repeatable control point, so you are not limited to a one-time choice made in the banner.

This site is operated under UK law, specifically the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and the UK GDPR, which require transparency and consent for non-essential cookies. To identify the organisation behind this policy, you can learn more about Bee Solar. Refusing targeting, performance, or functionality cookies is a valid choice. You can use the site without agreeing to targeting cookies; essential cookies keep the session working. We do not guarantee the site will perform identically if cookies are limited, as some features may depend on them. For a complete overview of our web pages, you can browse a full directory of our pages.

How Bee Solar uses cookies

Bee Solar uses cookies in four categories: Essential, Performance, Functionality, and Targeting.

Decision point: choose essential-only if you prefer minimal tracking, or accept optional categories for an enhanced experience. Some features may not work if non-essential cookies are off, but core site functionality will remain.

Essential cookies

Necessary for the site to work, such as maintaining your session and enabling secure logins where used.

Performance cookies

Collect anonymous-style usage data about page visits, navigation patterns, and error reports.

Functionality cookies

Remember choices you make, such as language preferences or form inputs, to improve your experience.

Targeting cookies

May be set by advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites.

Third-party cookies, including Google Analytics

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services, not by Bee Solar, and we do not control how those parties set cookies. We use Google Analytics as an analytics and performance-related third party to understand site usage.

We also work with social media platforms generically, which may set cookies if you interact with their features. We recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties for full transparency.

Listing categories and naming Google Analytics does not mean we control or approve every third-party cookie that may be set. You should check those parties' policies directly for their specific practices, including any options they offer to opt out of their own tracking.

Cookie category	What it does	Status
Essential	Session maintenance and secure logins	Always on
Performance	Page visits, navigation and error reports	Optional
Functionality	Remembers language and form choices	Optional
Targeting	Interest profiles for relevant adverts	Optional

What cookies are

Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They help sites work efficiently and provide information to site operators. Cookies cannot access personal files on your device.

This Cookie Policy covers cookies and similar technologies. While cookies themselves are not personal data, processing of personal data is described in our Privacy Policy. For full transparency, you can also see how we handle information that identifies you. For a broader legal overview, please see our Terms & Conditions.

Managing cookies in Chrome, Firefox, Safari and Edge

You can refuse all cookies or allow only certain types through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect functionality and prevent some features from working correctly, so we advise using site controls first for non-essential choices.

Chrome: go to Settings, then Privacy and Security, and choose Cookies and other site data to manage options.
Firefox: open Settings, then Privacy & Security, and adjust the Enhanced Tracking Protection or cookie settings.
Safari: use Preferences, then Privacy, and select your cookie blocking preference.
Edge: navigate to Settings, then Cookies and site permissions to control cookies.

For detailed steps, consult the Help section of your chosen browser. Remember that clearing or blocking cookies is separate from withdrawing consent on our site, and may affect how the site works for you. Browser-level refusal can also affect essential cookies and core site features, whereas the footer cookie settings only apply to non-essential categories.

STEP 1

Use footer settings first

Click cookie settings in the footer to control non-essential categories.

STEP 2

Adjust browser controls

Use Privacy or Site settings in Chrome, Firefox, Safari or Edge.

STEP 3

Check Help if needed

Consult Help for detailed steps; blocking may affect essential features.

Updates to this Cookie Policy

Bee Solar may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Updates cover both cookie-stack changes and policy wording, not just template revisions. The latest version will always be available on this page, and you can find all our legal documentation in our legal document hub.

Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated last-modified date.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I accept Bee Solar's cookie policy?

You can accept or decline non-essential cookies. Essential cookies will still run for the site to function. Declining optional categories like targeting or performance cookies is a valid choice, but some features may not work as well without them. If you are researching energy options, you might also want to check how much commercial solar costs.

Can I use the Bee Solar website if I decline non-essential cookies?

Yes. The core website will still function with essential cookies only. Some optional features, such as personalised content or analytics-driven improvements, may be affected, but you can continue to browse and use the site. To explore your options, you can compare solar suitability across different sectors.

Do I have to accept targeting cookies?

No. Targeting cookies are optional. You can refuse them without losing access to the website. Bee Solar does not require you to accept advertising-related cookies to use the site.

How do I change or withdraw cookie consent later?

Click the "cookie settings" link in the footer of our website to reopen your preferences at any time. This lets you adjust or withdraw consent for non-essential cookies after your first visit.

How do I block or remove cookies in my browser?

Each browser provides settings to block or clear cookies. For Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge, use the browser's Settings or Preferences menu, then navigate to Privacy or Site settings. Consult your browser's Help section for detailed instructions.

What is the difference between this Cookie Policy and the Privacy Policy?

This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies, including categories and how to control them. The Privacy Policy covers how we process personal data that identifies you, such as contact details submitted through forms.

What are essential cookies versus performance, functionality and targeting cookies?

Essential cookies are necessary for the site to work, such as session maintenance and secure logins. Performance cookies collect usage data, functionality cookies remember your choices, and targeting cookies build interest profiles for advertising. Essential cookies cannot be turned off, while the other categories are optional.

Does Bee Solar use Google Analytics cookies?

Yes. Bee Solar uses Google Analytics as a third-party service to measure site usage, including page visits and navigation patterns. Google Analytics sets cookies that collect anonymous-style data for performance analysis. For more details, review Google's own privacy and cookie policies.

Contact Bee Solar about cookies

Questions about cookies can be sent via Bee Solar's published contact channels. Use our Contact page to reach us directly about this site's cookie practices.

Contact us at:

Bee Solar UK
Website: https://beesolar.co.uk/
Contact page: Contact Us

Note: our contact channels are for questions about Bee Solar's cookie usage, not for third-party policies such as Google Analytics. Those providers have their own contact routes.

If you have any questions about our cookie policy, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Contact Ushello@beesolar.co.uk