How does MyApproved verify tradespeople?

We verify all tradespeople through a rigorous process including license checks, insurance verification, and review of qualifications and certifications.

Is MyApproved free to use?

Yes, MyApproved is completely free for customers to use. Get instant quotes and connect with verified professionals at no cost.

Are all tradespeople insured?

Yes, all tradespeople on MyApproved must have valid public liability insurance and professional indemnity insurance where applicable.

Cookie Policy | MyApproved - How We Use Cookies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our platform.

We also use similar technologies like web beacons, pixels, and local storage to collect information about your interactions with our services.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. They cannot be disabled.

Authentication and security cookies
Session management cookies
Load balancing cookies
Cookie consent preferences

Analytics Cookies

These help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information.

Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat)
Page view and user journey tracking
Performance monitoring
Error tracking and debugging

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.

Language and region preferences
Search filters and sorting preferences
Recently viewed tradespeople
Form auto-fill information

Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness.

Google Ads and Facebook Pixel
Retargeting and remarketing
Conversion tracking
Social media integration

Third-Party Cookies

We work with trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies:

Analytics:

Google Analytics
Hotjar
Microsoft Clarity

Marketing:

Google Ads
Facebook Pixel
LinkedIn Insight Tag

Functionality:

Stripe (payments)
Intercom (chat)
Trustpilot (reviews)

Social Media:

Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:

Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Customize your preferences by category
Learn more about each cookie type

Browser Settings

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:

Chrome:

Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies

Firefox:

Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies

Safari:

Preferences → Privacy → Cookies

Edge:

Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions

Note: Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website and limit your ability to use some features.

Cookie Retention

Different cookies have different lifespans:

Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies: Remain until expiry date or manual deletion
Analytics cookies: Typically expire after 2 years
Marketing cookies: Usually expire after 30-90 days

Updates to This Policy

We may update this cookie policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal reasons. We will notify you of any significant changes by updating the "last updated" date at the top of this policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies:

Email: privacy@myapproved.co.uk
Phone: 0800 123 4567
Address: MyApproved Ltd, 123 Privacy Street, London, UK, SW1A 1AA