This Cookie Policy explains how Aritel Limited T/A Step Away Debt (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website (stepawaydebt.com). It supports transparency and ensures compliance with the UK GDPR, PECR, and ICO guidelines.
By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of non-essential cookies when you choose to accept them.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember preferences, analyse performance, and tailor content.
Cookies may be:
- Essential (required for the website to function)
- Non-essential (analytics, performance, advertising, personalisation)
We explain these below.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These enable core website functions such as:
- Page navigation
- Form submission
- Security controls
- Load balancing
You cannot disable these cookies through our cookie banner, as the site cannot function without them.
2.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies
These help us understand how visitors use our website. Examples include:
- Pages visited
- Button clicks
- Session duration
- Traffic sources
- We use tools such as Google Analytics (IP anonymisation enabled). These cookies are optional and only activate with your consent.
2.3 Functionality Cookies
These allow the website to remember your choices, such as:
- Preferred contact time
- Form preferences
- Location (approximate, based on your input)
They improve your user experience but are not essential.
2.4 Advertising & Marketing Cookies
We may use limited advertising cookies to measure campaign performance or track conversions from approved marketing partners. We do not use invasive behavioural advertising tools. These cookies run only if you opt in.
3.Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be set by trusted third-party providers such as:
- Analytics platforms
- Hosting/security providers
- Marketing partners
- Tracking pixels used for campaign measurement
All partners are reviewed for UK GDPR compliance before data is shared.
4. How You Can Control Cookies
When you visit our website, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Manage individual preferences
You may also adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website performance or functionality.
5. How Long Cookies Are Stored
Cookie retention depends on type and purpose:
- Session cookies: deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: stored for a defined period or until manually deleted
We do not retain cookies longer than necessary.
6. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy to reflect:
- Changes in law
- Updates to our cookie practices
- New website functionality
The latest version will always be available on this page.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about how cookies are used, please contact:
Step Away Debt
Suite 25,Lavenham Business Centre,Parsons Street, Oldham, OL9 7AH
Email: info@stepawaydebt.com
Phone: 0203 793 4392
