What are Cookies?
Cookies are small files of data that websites store on your device to help improve your browsing experience and provide more personalized features. They contain information such as preferences, login details, or items you have added to your basket.
Why do we use cookies?
We use cookies for a variety of purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of our website. They allow us to provide basic features like:
We cannot disable these cookies as they are essential to your browsing experience.
Session Cookies
Session cookies are temporary and only exist while you're on our website. They help with tasks such as:
They are automatically deleted when you close your browser or leave the site.
Persistent Cookies
Persistent cookies stay on your device even after you've left our site. We use them for features like:
These cookies can be removed by clearing your browsing data or adjusting your browser settings.
Functional Cookies
We also use functional cookies to enhance your experience on our website, such as:
Analytics and Performance Cookies
We analyze how you interact with our site using analytics tools. This helps us identify areas for improvement and optimize performance. We may collect data on:
This information is used to make technical improvements to the website.
Preference and Language Settings
We remember your language or font size preferences using cookies so you don't need to adjust these every time. We also store other settings such as:
Login/Session Continuity
Cookies help maintain a secure login session by remembering you're logged in and keeping track of your interactions with our website.
Device Recognition
We use cookies to recognize your device or browser so we can tailor content and recommendations specifically for you. This helps us provide a more personalized experience.
Security-Related Cookies
Some security-related features, like two-factor authentication, may rely on specific types of cookies to function correctly.
Browser Storage Technologies
Modern browsers come with storage technologies like:
These store data locally on your device for easier access. We use these technologies in conjunction with our main website functionality.
Third-Party Integrations
We partner with external services for specific features, such as analytics or payment processing. These integrations may also set cookies to function correctly.
Marketing/Communication Preferences
You can opt-in/out of marketing communications and adjust your preferences at any time through various means (e.g., email, account settings). We store these choices using cookies to ensure we respect your wishes.
Cookie Consent Management
We comply with the EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) regarding cookie consent. Depending on local laws or our platform, you may see a popup or banner asking for permission before certain types of cookies are set.
Browser Cookie Controls
All modern browsers offer built-in tools to control and manage cookies:
Check your browser's help section for more information on how to adjust these settings.
Clearing or Disabling Cookies
If you choose to clear or disable all cookies, our site may not function as smoothly. You can still access most content without logging in, but some features might require a secure connection and login credentials.
Site Functionality Impact When Cookies are Disabled
While disabling cookies will not significantly hinder your ability to browse the site:
We aim to inform you about specific issues or limitations resulting from cookie restriction.
Technical Diagnostics and Performance Optimisation
By analyzing your browsing behavior through cookies:
