Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 1, 2024
Introduction to Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies are integral to the function of many websites, including Cardiff Costume Jewellery, and as such, can greatly enhance your user experience.
Types of Cookies Used on Our Website
Our website utilizes several types of cookies for different purposes:
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Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the functioning of our website and enable you to navigate the site and use its features, such as accessing secure areas. Without these cookies, services like shopping baskets and e-billing cannot function correctly.
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Performance Cookies: These cookies collect data on how you use our website, for instance, which pages you visit most often, and if you experience any errors. These cookies do not gather information that identifies you personally; the information collected is anonymous and is only used to improve the performance of our webpages.
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Functionality Cookies: These allow the website to remember your choices (such as your user name or the region you are in) for a later visit, thereby avoiding the need to re-enter these preferences every time you visit us.
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Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver content that is more relevant to you and your interests. They may be used to deliver our advertisements to you outside of the website or to measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
Managing or Deleting Cookies
If you wish to manage, delete or block cookies, you can do so by adjusting your browser’s privacy and security settings. These settings are typically found in the ‘Options’ or ‘Preferences’ menu of your browser. Click on the ‘Help’ option for guidance specific to your browser. Alternatively, you can use third-party tools such as browser extensions or plugins to manage cookies.
Third-Party Cookies and Their Usage
Our website may employ third-party cookies provided by external suppliers, such as Google Analytics, to help us understand your areas of interest so we can provide a better user experience. These suppliers are bound by confidentiality agreements and only use the information for the purposes outlined by us.
Consent and Control
We respect your right to privacy and will not place cookies on your device without your consent, which you can give by continuing to use our website beyond its homepage. However, should you wish to change your preferences at any time, you can do so by clicking on the ‘Cookie Settings’ link found in the website’s footer. This will allow you to accept or reject different categories of cookies.
Updates to Our Cookie Policy
Our Cookie Policy is regularly reviewed and may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in laws, our data collection practices, or the features we offer. Any updates will be effective upon posting for your acceptance. You are advised to review this Cookie Policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact our Data Protection Officer at:
Data Protection Officer
Cardiff Costume Jewellery
[email protected]
We are committed to protecting your personal data and your right to privacy is important to us. If you have any concerns about the use of cookies on our website, please do not hesitate to reach out.