Cookie Policy
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They allow websites to remember information about you, such as your preferences, login status, and browsing behaviour. Cookies are widely used on the internet and are essential for making websites function effectively.
Cookies can be categorised by:
- Duration: Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (stored until they expire or you delete them)
- Type: First-party cookies (set by the website) or third-party cookies (set by external domains)
- Function: Essential, functional, analytical, or marketing cookies
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies on andreasemporium.com to:
- Provide essential website functionality (shopping cart, user authentication)
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Measure website performance and user behaviour (analytics)
- Deliver personalised content and recommendations
- Show relevant advertising to you
- Prevent fraud and enhance security
3. Essential Cookies
Essential cookies are necessary for the Site to function properly. They do not require your consent.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains your session while browsing the Site | Session |
| csrf_token | Prevents cross-site request forgery attacks | Session |
| shopping_cart | Stores items in your shopping cart | Until checkout or 30 days |
| user_login | Maintains your login session | 30 days |
| cookie-consent | Records your cookie preference choices | 1 year |
| language_preference | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
4. Functional Cookies
Functional cookies enhance your user experience by remembering your choices. These cookies require your consent.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Provider | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Stores your display preferences (theme, font size) | Andrea's Emporium | 1 year |
| recently_viewed | Tracks products you've recently viewed | Andrea's Emporium | 90 days |
| wishlist | Stores your product wishlist | Andrea's Emporium | 1 year |
5. Analytical and Performance Cookies
Analytical cookies help us understand how you use the Site and identify areas for improvement. These cookies require your consent.
| Cookie Name/Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| [PLACEHOLDER: Analytics Provider, e.g., Google Analytics] | Tracks page views, user flows, and site performance metrics | 26 months |
| site_performance | Measures page load times and user interaction performance | 30 days |
6. Marketing and Advertising Cookies
Marketing cookies allow us to show you relevant advertising and measure the effectiveness of our campaigns. These cookies require your explicit consent.
| Cookie Name/Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| [PLACEHOLDER: Ad Platform, e.g., Facebook Pixel, Google Ads] | Enables retargeting and personalised advertising | Up to 2 years |
| [PLACEHOLDER: Another Ad Platform, e.g., Instagram] | Measures advertising campaign performance | Up to 1 year |
| marketing_consent | Records your marketing communication preferences | 1 year |
7. Third-Party Cookies
Third-party cookies are set by external domains and services we use. We may use the following third-party services:
7.1 Analytics Services
- [PLACEHOLDER: Analytics Service Name and Website] — to measure Site traffic and user behaviour
7.2 Advertising Services
- [PLACEHOLDER: Ad Network Name and Website] — to deliver targeted advertisements
7.3 Payment Processors
- [PLACEHOLDER: Payment Provider Name and Website] — to process payments securely
7.4 Social Media Integration
- Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest — for social sharing and retargeting
These third parties have their own cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies to understand how they use your data.
8. How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences
8.1 Using Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit our Site, a cookie consent banner appears. You can:
- Accept All: Accept all cookies
- Reject: Reject all optional cookies (essential cookies will still be used)
- Manage Preferences: Choose which types of cookies to accept
8.2 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Disable all cookies
- Allow only first-party cookies
- Disable third-party cookies
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect Site functionality.
8.3 Browser Cookie Management Links
- Chrome: chrome://settings/cookies
- Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data → Cookies and other site data
8.4 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of targeted advertising through:
- Your Advertising Preferences in your browser or advertising platform account
- Industry opt-out tools like the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) at www.networkadvertising.org
- The Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) at www.aboutads.info
9. Withdrawing Your Consent
You can withdraw your cookie consent at any time by:
- Clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in the footer of our Site
- Clearing your cookies in your browser settings
- Contacting us at [PLACEHOLDER: Contact Email]
10. Data Security
All data collected through cookies is treated as personal data and is protected under UK GDPR and our Privacy Policy. We implement appropriate security measures to protect your data from unauthorised access.
11. International Data Transfers
Some of our third-party cookie providers may be located outside the UK. We ensure that all international data transfers comply with UK GDPR and include appropriate safeguards such as Standard Contractual Clauses.
12. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for recognising DNT signals. Our Site does not respond to DNT headers, but you can use browser settings to control cookies and tracking.
13. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices, new technologies, or legal requirements. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last updated" date and, if necessary, sending you an email notification. Your continued use of the Site constitutes your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.
14. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
- Email: [PLACEHOLDER: Data Protection Contact Email]
- Address: [PLACEHOLDER: Full Registered Address]
- Telephone: [PLACEHOLDER: Contact Telephone Number]