COOKIES POLICY
Welcome to the JCDecaux UK Cookies Policy
We use cookies and similar technologies ("Cookies") on our website, www.jcdecaux.co.uk, to improve your browsing experience, enhance our site’s performance, and ensure that any advertising you see is relevant to you. Some cookies are essential for the website to function properly, while others support analytics or additional features like social sharing and video playback.
This policy explains what cookies are, the types we use, how they work, and how you can manage your preferences. We comply with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018, ensuring your data is processed lawfully and transparently.
WHAT ARE COOKIES?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone) that collect information about your interaction with our website. Cookies serve various purposes, such as:
- Ensuring the proper functioning of the website.
- Remembering your preferences, such as language or cookie settings.
- Tracking website usage to improve performance.
- Delivering relevant advertising or enabling social sharing and video playback.
Cookies are categorised based on their purpose, source, and duration.
TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE
BY PURPOSE
Necessary Cookies (Essential)
These cookies are required for the website to function properly. They enable core features, such as:
- Ensuring the website’s content management system (Drupal) operates correctly.
- Saving your cookie preferences.
- Maintaining the security of the website.
These cookies are enabled by default and cannot be turned off, as they are critical for the site’s functionality.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us analyse how visitors interact with the website. They provide insights to improve user experience and optimise our services. For example:
- We use Google Analytics to monitor site usage and visitor behaviour.
These cookies will only be used if you give your explicit consent.
Social Media Sharing Cookies
These cookies enable you to share website content on social media platforms, such as LinkedIn or Facebook. For example:
- We use AddThis to provide social sharing functionality.
These cookies are only activated with your consent.
Video Cookies
These cookies allow you to view videos embedded on our site. For example:
- Vimeo and YouTube cookies enable video playback.
These cookies are only activated with your consent.
BY SOURCE
- First-Party Cookies: These are set directly by JCDecaux and are used for the core functionality of our website.
- Third-Party Cookies: These are set by our partners, such as Google, Vimeo, and YouTube, and are subject to their privacy policies.
BY DURATION
- Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device until they expire or you delete them manually.
HOW WE OBTAIN YOUR CONSENT
When you visit our website, you will be prompted to manage your cookie preferences through our Consent Management Platform. You can:
- Accept all cookies.
- Reject all non-essential cookies.
- Customise your preferences for specific cookie categories (e.g., analytics, social media, video).
Additionally, you can set preferences for individual partners, such as:
- Google Analytics: For audience measurement.
- AddThis: For social sharing.
- Vimeo and YouTube: For video playback.
Once you set your preferences, they will be saved and can be updated at any time via the Consent Management Platform or through your browser settings.
COOKIES USED ON OUR WEBSITE
Here’s an overview of the cookies we use:
Necessary Cookies
Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Source |
| cookieConsent | Saves your cookie preferences | 1 year | First-Party |
| Drupal_cookie | Ensures website CMS functionality | Session | First-Party |
Analytics Cookies
Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Source |
| _ga | Tracks site usage (Google Analytics) | 2 years | Third-Party |
Social Media Sharing Cookies
Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Source |
| AddThis | Enables content sharing on social media | Third-Party | AddThis |
Video Cookies
Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Source |
| Vimeo | Enables video playback | Third-Party | Vimeo |
| YouTube | Enables video playback | Third-Party | YouTube |
For more information about how these third-party providers process your data, visit their privacy policies via the Consent Management Platform.
MANAGING YOUR COOKIES
You can manage or change your cookie preferences in the following ways:
Through the Consent Management Platform
- Access it via the website footer at any time.
- Adjust preferences for all cookies or specific partners.
Through Your Browser Settings
- Disable all cookies or block specific categories.
- Instructions vary by browser (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari).
Please note that disabling necessary cookies may impact website functionality and degrade your browsing experience.
THIRD-PARTY DATA TRANSFERS
Some of our third-party partners process your data outside the UK or EEA. In such cases, we ensure compliance with UK GDPR by implementing appropriate safeguards, such as Standard Contractual Clauses or relying on adequacy decisions.
CONTACT US
If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy or your rights under UK GDPR, you can contact us:
- Email: uk.governance@jcdecaux.com
- Post: JCDecaux UK, 991 Great West Road, Brentford, Middlesex TW8 9DN
- You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO). Visit www.ico.org.uk for more information.
POLICY UPDATES
Last updated: January 2025
We may update this Cookies Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. Any significant updates will be communicated via a notice on our website.