Cookies Policy

What are Cookies?

A cookie is a small piece of data that is stored on your device by a website when you visit it. Cookies can contain information such as your preferences, session details, or analytical data. They help websites remember who you are and provide tailored experiences.

Why Do We Use Cookies?

We use cookies to improve your browsing experience and the functionality of our site. They enable us to:

Recognize returning visitors
Store user preferences and settings
Analyze website performance and usage patterns
Enhance security features

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of our site and cannot be disabled.

Session management: These cookies store information about your current session, such as login details or items in your basket.
Authentication: We use these cookies to verify user identities and prevent unauthorized access.

Session Cookies vs Persistent Cookies

Cookies can be classified into two main categories:

Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They do not store any data on your device permanently.
Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain stored on your device even after you close your browser and may persist for a longer period.

Functional Cookies

We use functional cookies to enhance user experience and improve the functionality of our site:

Language settings: We save your preferred language setting so that it is automatically applied when you return.
Currency preferences: You can choose to display prices in different currencies, and we store this preference using cookies.

Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with our site and identify areas for improvement:

Tracking visitor numbers and browsing patterns
Monitoring website loading times and performance

Preference and Language Settings

We use cookies to save your preferred settings:

Language: Choose from a range of languages, and we store this preference using cookies.
Currency: Select the currency you prefer, and we apply it automatically.

When you log in or continue an existing session, our site uses cookies to remember:

Your user ID and password
The current state of your shopping cart

Device Recognition

We may use device recognition technologies for analytics purposes. These allow us to identify repeat visitors from a specific location.

Security-Related Cookies

Some cookies are specifically used for security-related functions, such as:

Monitoring and preventing malicious activity
Identifying users who need enhanced security features

Browser Storage Technologies

We use local storage technologies in addition to traditional cookies. These allow us to store small amounts of data directly on your device.

Third-Party Integrations

Our site uses third-party integrations for services such as analytics and advertising:

Google Analytics: We share cookie information with Google for analytical purposes
Advertising networks: Cookies may be used by advertising partners to track user behavior

Marketing or Communication Preferences

If you choose to opt-in, we use cookies to manage your marketing preferences:

Email communication: You can control which types of communications you receive from us.
Push notifications: Choose to enable push messages for specific events.

Cookie Consent Management

You are always in charge. Our site allows you to accept or reject cookies on an ongoing basis:

Manage cookie settings through our user interface
Use your browser controls to block all cookies

Browser Cookie Controls

Use built-in features of popular browsers to control and remove cookies.

Clearing or Disabling Cookies

If you choose to clear all cookies or disable them entirely:

You may lose site preferences, such as language settings
Some functionalities may not work correctly

Site Functionality Impact When Cookies are Disabled

Our site is designed with multiple options for users who prefer to have cookies disabled. However, disabling certain types of cookies can impact user experience and functionality.

Technical Diagnostics and Performance Optimization

We use analytics data and cookie information to:

Identify technical issues
Improve website loading times

Aggregated Analytics Information

Aggregate cookie-based data helps us understand broader trends in usage patterns:

Number of visitors per month
Top pages visited by users