Our Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies to recognise you when you visit our website, 'A Family Space'. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.
What are Cookies?
- Cookies are small data files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website.
- They are widely used by website owners to make their websites work, or to work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.
- Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, A Family Space) are called 'first-party cookies'.
Why Do We Use Cookies?
- We use first-party and third-party cookies for several reasons.
- Some cookies are required for technical reasons in order for our website to operate, and we refer to these as 'essential' or 'strictly necessary' cookies.
- Other cookies enable us to track and target the interests of our users to enhance the experience on our website.
Your Cookie Choices
- You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies.
- You can exercise your cookie preferences by clicking on the appropriate opt-out links provided within the cookie consent banner.
- Most web browsers allow some control of most cookies through the browser settings.
Understanding Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are commonly used to remember your preferences, track your browsing activity, and provide a more personalised experience.
These files can contain information about your visit, such as your language preference or login details, making subsequent visits more efficient and tailored to your needs.
The data collected by cookies is typically anonymous and does not directly identify you, but it can be used to build a profile of your browsing habits.
Types of Cookies We Use
We utilise both session cookies, which are temporary and expire when you close your browser, and persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
Session cookies are crucial for maintaining your session as you navigate through our site, ensuring a seamless experience from one page to another.
Persistent cookies help us remember your preferences and settings for future visits, enhancing convenience and personalising your interaction with A Family Space.
First-Party Cookies
These cookies are set directly by our website, A Family Space, and are essential for the proper functioning of the site.
They enable core functionalities such as secure login, remembering items in your basket, and maintaining your language preferences.
Without these cookies, certain services on our website may not be available or function correctly, impacting your overall experience.
Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-parties cookies to report usage statistics of the service, deliver advertisements on and through the service, and so on.
These cookies are set by external domains and are often used for analytics, advertising, and social media integration.
We carefully select our third-party partners to ensure they adhere to high standards of data privacy and security.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the ability to accept or decline cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser setting to decline cookies if you prefer.
Please note that if you choose to decline cookies, you may not be able to fully experience the interactive features of our website.
Instructions for managing cookies are typically found in your browser's 'Help' or 'Settings' menu.
Changes to Our Cookie Policy
We may update our Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our services.
Any changes will be posted on this page, and we encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Your continued use of our website after any modifications indicates your acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.