Effective Date: 19th September 2024
Fentons (referred to as “we,” “us,” or “our”) operates the website www.fentons.co.uk (the “Site”). This Cookie Policy outlines how we use cookies and similar technologies to collect and store information when you visit our Site.
1. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) by websites that you visit. They are widely used to ensure the efficient operation of websites, as well as to provide information to the website owners. Cookies allow websites to remember your actions and preferences over time, enhancing your browsing experience.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our Site:
a. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of the Site. Without them, services like page navigation, secure access, and form submissions may not work properly.
- Purpose: These cookies ensure the security and accessibility of the Site.
- Duration: These cookies are usually session-based and expire once you leave the website or close your browser.
b. Performance Cookies
These cookies collect anonymous data about how visitors interact with the Site. This information helps us improve the performance and design of our website to better serve you.
- Purpose: To monitor website traffic and optimize the user experience.
- Examples: Google Analytics cookies.
- Duration: Some performance cookies expire once you close your browser, while others may persist longer.
c. Functionality Cookies
Functionality cookies allow the website to remember your choices, such as your language preferences or login details, and provide enhanced, more personal features.
- Purpose: To enhance user experience by storing preferences.
- Duration: These cookies remain on your device until you delete them or they expire.
d. Advertising & Targeting Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements to you and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns. They track your browsing habits on our Site and other websites.
- Purpose: To show targeted ads that are relevant to your interests.
- Examples: Google Ads, Facebook Pixel.
- Duration: These cookies may remain on your device for a set period or until you clear your cookies.
3. Third-Party Cookies
We may allow third-party service providers, such as analytics companies or advertising networks, to place cookies on your device through our Site. These third parties may collect information about your browsing activities on our Site and other websites in order to provide you with targeted advertising.
Some of the third-party services we use that may set cookies include, but are not limited to:
- Google Analytics
These third-party cookies are governed by the respective privacy policies of these service providers.
4. Managing and Disabling Cookies
You have control over the cookies stored on your device and can manage or disable them at any time. Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie preferences through their settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect your ability to use some features of our Site.
To manage or disable cookies, follow these steps:
- For Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data.
- For Mozilla Firefox: Go to Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data.
- For Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data.
- For Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Site permissions > Cookies and site data.
You can also choose to opt-out of targeted advertising by visiting the following sites:
5. Consent to Use Cookies
When you first visit our Site, you will be presented with a banner explaining our use of cookies. By continuing to browse our Site or by clicking “Accept All Cookies,” you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. If you do not consent, you may choose to manage your cookie preferences as outlined above.
6. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated effective date.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
Fentons
Email: info@fentons.co.uk
