Cookies

1. Introduction

Explain briefly what cookies are and their purpose. Example:

Our website, engravia.co.uk, uses cookies and similar technologies to improve user experience, analyze site traffic, and enable certain functionality. This policy provides information on what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding cookies.

2. What Are Cookies?

A simple definition of cookies. Example:

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or other electronic devices) when you visit a website. They help the website recognize your device, store your preferences, and facilitate various functions such as navigation and user interaction.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Break down the types of cookies used on your site.

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the functioning of the website (e.g., for login sessions or shopping carts).
• Performance and Analytics Cookies: Used to gather data about website performance and how visitors use the site (e.g., Google Analytics).
• Functional Cookies: Enable enhanced functionality, such as remembering preferences (e.g., language settings).
• Targeting/Advertising Cookies: If applicable, describe how cookies may be used to deliver personalized ads (though only include this if you use such cookies).

Example:

We use the following types of cookies:

• Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are essential for you to browse the website and use its features, such as accessing secure areas of the site.
• Performance Cookies: These collect anonymous information on how visitors use our site. For example, we use Google Analytics to understand how users navigate through our site.
• Functional Cookies: These allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your language or region) and provide enhanced, more personal features.

4. Third-Party Cookies

If you use any third-party services (like Google Analytics or social media plugins), mention them. Example:

Some of the cookies we use are from third-party companies to provide us with insights into how our site is used or to provide functionality, such as embedded videos from YouTube or links to social media.

5. How You Can Control Cookies

Provide information on how users can manage or disable cookies via their browser settings. Example:

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete cookies already stored on your device, or alert you when websites are setting or accessing cookies. However, if you choose to disable or reject cookies, some parts of our website may not function properly.

Include links to browser-specific instructions on managing cookies (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari).

6. Changes to This Policy

Notify users that the policy may be updated and when it was last modified. Example:

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal obligations. Please revisit this page periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. This policy was last updated on [insert date].

7. Contact Information

Provide contact details for further inquiries. Example:

If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, feel free to contact us at contact@engravia.co.uk .