Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 25 September 2025
Welcome to AutoFinder.je. This Cookie Policy explains how Granite Digital ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website (the "Website").
We are committed to transparency about our use of cookies and ensuring compliance with applicable data protection laws, including the Data Protection (Jersey) Law 2018.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our Website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our Website.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the Website to function properly
- Analytics Cookies: To understand how visitors use our Website and improve our services
- Functional Cookies: To remember your preferences and settings
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration | Essential |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics (_ga) | Distinguishes unique users and tracks website usage | 2 years | No |
| Google Analytics (_ga_*) | Stores session state and user interactions | 2 years | No |
| Google Analytics (_gid) | Distinguishes unique users for analytics | 24 hours | No |
| Session Cookies | Maintain your session and login state | Session | Yes |
| Preference Cookies | Remember your settings and preferences | 30 days | No |
| Consent Storage (cookie-consent) | Remembers your cookie consent choice | 1 year | Yes |
4. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our Website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of our Website, including:
- Pages you visit and time spent on each page
- How you arrived at our Website (referring website)
- Your general location (country/region level)
- Device and browser information
This information is used to:
- Analyze Website traffic and usage patterns
- Improve our Website's functionality and user experience
- Understand which content is most valuable to our users
Important: Google Analytics data is processed by Google in accordance with their Privacy Policy. We do not have access to personally identifiable information through Google Analytics.
5. Your Cookie Choices
5.1 Browser Settings
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete cookies individually or all at once
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies (though this may affect Website functionality)
5.2 Google Analytics Opt-Out
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by:
- Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Using your browser's "Do Not Track" setting
- Disabling JavaScript in your browser (though this will affect Website functionality)
5.3 Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that:
- Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the Website to function
- Disabling analytics cookies will not affect your ability to use our Website
- Some features may not work properly if you disable certain cookies
6. Third-Party Cookies
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or services that may set their own cookies. We do not control these third-party cookies, and this Cookie Policy does not apply to them. We encourage you to review the cookie policies of any third-party websites you visit.
7. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:
- Accept: Allow all cookies including Google Analytics
- Essential Only: Only allow essential cookies required for the Website to function
Your choice is stored locally on your device and will be remembered for future visits. You can change your preference at any time by:
- Clearing your browser's local storage
- Using your browser's cookie settings
- Using the Google Analytics opt-out tools mentioned above
If you do not consent to our use of cookies, please:
- Disable cookies in your browser settings
- Use the Google Analytics opt-out tools mentioned above
- Refrain from using our Website
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of any significant changes by:
- Posting the updated policy on our Website
- Updating the "Last Updated" date
- Providing notice through our Website for significant changes
9. Data Protection Rights
Under the Data Protection (Jersey) Law 2018, you have the right to:
- Access information about cookies we use
- Request that we stop using certain cookies
- Withdraw your consent to cookie usage
- Request deletion of data collected through cookies
10. Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: info@autofinder.je
- Subject Line: "Cookie Policy Inquiry"
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days of receipt.
This Cookie Policy is effective as of the date listed above and applies to all cookies used by AutoFinder.je.