### 1. What cookies are
Cookies are small text files stored on the user’s device when visiting a website. They make the site work, remember preferences and collect statistical and marketing information.
### 2. Types of cookies we use
| Category | Purpose | Basis | Examples |
|—|—|—|—|
| Essential | Site operation, cart, checkout and security | Necessary (no consent) | Session, shopping cart |
| Analytics | Measure audience and site performance | Consent | Google Analytics |
| Marketing | Optimise and measure advertising | Consent | Meta Pixel (Facebook/Instagram) |
### 3. Consent
Analytics and marketing cookies are only activated after consent, given via the cookie banner shown on the first visit. Users can accept, reject or customise choices, and withdraw consent at any time in the site’s cookie settings.
### 4. Third-party cookies
**Google** (Google Analytics) and **Meta** (Meta Pixel) may set their own cookies and process data as independent controllers. See their privacy policies (google.com and meta.com).
### 5. Browser management
Users can block or delete cookies in their browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may impair the site’s operation.
### 6. Retention
Cookies have varying lifetimes, from session (deleted when the browser closes) up to a maximum period set by each provider.
### 7. Changes and contact
This Policy may be updated. Questions: [email protected].