Cookie Policy
Star Group Services LLC (“STAR,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies (collectively “cookies”) in connection with use and operation of this website (the “Website”). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (such as your computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies can be used for different purposes, including to help websites recognize your device, store your preferences, analyze how you interact with the site and improve your browsing experience. Cookies may be set by us (first-party cookies) or by third-party providers (third-party cookies).
Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Website to function correctly. They enable core features, such as navigation, security, and access to certain areas of the Website, as well as enabling the management of cookie consent preferences. Please note that, to the extent we use cookies that are strictly necessary to operation of the Website, then these are always enabled and do not require your prior consent.
2.2 Performance Cookies
Performance cookies collect information about how visitors use our Website, such as which pages are accessed most often and if any errors occur. These cookies help us improve the performance and usability of our Website.
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the Website to d provide enhanced functionality, such as remembering login details or language settings. Functional cookies improve your user experience but are not essential for the Website to operate. If you do not consent to the placement of functional cookies, then this could adversely affect operation of the Website and impact the quality of your user experience.
Specific details of the cookies or groups of cookies that we currently use on the Website, along with their respective purposes and storage durations, are set out below:
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly necessary cookies | ||
| _cf_bm | This is a third party cookie that is used for security purposes, to distinguish between humans and bots and for security reporting Purposes. | 30 Mins |
| CookieScriptConsent | This is a first party cookie that we use in order to remember your cookie consent preferences, which is necessary for the cookie banner to operate effectively. | 1 month |
| PHPSESSID | This is a first party cookie that acts as a general purpose identifier used to maintain user session variables. This usually creates a randomly generated number to allow us to determine log-in status between pages. | Session |
| Performance cookies | ||
| _ga | This is a first party cookie used in connection with the operation of Google Universal Analytics. This cookie is used to distinguish | 13 months |
| _ga_L5RHYQ9XKP | This is a first party cookie used in connection with the operation of Google Universal Analytics. This cookie is used to persist session state. | 13 months |
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- To ensure the Website operates smoothly.
- To provide a secure and user-friendly experience.
- To analyze Website traffic and understand visitor behavior.
- To store your preferences for a more personalized experience.
Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party cookies provided by trusted partners, such as analytics providers and advertising networks, to enhance your experience and measure performance. These third parties may use cookies to track your online activities across different websites.
Consent to Use Cookies
When you visit our Website for the first time, you will be presented with a banner requesting your consent to cookies that are not necessary to the operation of the website. For more information about how to modify or withdraw your consent, please read the section below.
Managing Cookie Consent Preferences
If you revisit the Website within 30 days, then your previous cookie preferences will be applied automatically. If your next visit is more than 30 days later, then the cookie banner will reappear, and you’ll be able to set your preferences. You can also modify your consent preferences at any time by selecting the cookie icon on the Website homepage. You can reset your cookie preferences at any time by clearing the cookies in your browser prior to visiting the Website again or by contacting us using the contact details set out below.
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View the cookies stored on your device.
- Block all or certain types of cookies.
- Delete cookies after browsing sessions.
Note: Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of the Website and limit your experience.
For more information about managing cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org or consult your
browser’s help documentation.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies or to comply with legal requirements. Please review this page when you access the Website to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us using the Contact Us form.
By consenting to the use of Cookies or continuing to use our Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy. Thank you for trusting Star Group Services LLC with your online experience.