- Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Purecottontable (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, www.purecottontable.com (the “Website”). This policy is designed in accordance with the UK Data Protection Act 2018, the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), as well as applicable European Union regulations including the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive.
By accessing and using our Website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.
- What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used by website owners to make their websites work efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information and enhance user experience.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Purecottontable) are called “first-party cookies”. Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called “third-party cookies”. Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the website.
- Your Consent and Control
In compliance with UK and European regulations, we implement a strict opt-in consent mechanism for non-essential cookies.
Essential Cookies: These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of the Website and to provide core functionalities, such as page navigation and secure access. They do not require your prior consent.
Non-Essential Cookies: These include analytical, preference, and functional cookies. Non-essential cookies will only be placed on your device if you explicitly click the “Accept” button on our Cookie Banner.
Right to Withdraw Consent: You have the right to withdraw your consent at any time. You can manage your cookie preferences or withdraw consent by adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies. Please note that blocking certain cookies may impact your user experience on our Website.
- Categories of Cookies We Use
We utilize the following categories of cookies on www.purecottontable.com:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, security, and session management. Without these cookies, the services you have asked for cannot be provided.
Retention Period: These cookies typically expire at the end of your browsing session (session cookies) or remain stored for up to 30 days.
Analytics and Performance Cookies
With your explicit consent, these cookies collect information about how visitors use our Website, such as which pages are visited most often and if they encounter error messages. This helps us improve the performance and functionality of our Website.
Retention Period: These cookies are retained for a maximum period of 12 months from the date of your consent, unless deleted earlier via your browser settings.
Third-Party Cookies (Payment Processing)
To facilitate secure online transactions on our Website, payment processing is handled by Stripe. Stripe may set necessary cookies to process payments, prevent fraud, and ensure the security of financial transactions. These third-party cookies are managed directly by Stripe in accordance with their privacy and cookie policies.
Retention Period: The retention period for payment-related cookies is determined by Stripe and is typically limited to the duration necessary for transaction verification, session management, and fraud prevention, not exceeding 12 months.
- Retention Periods Summary
In accordance with data minimization principles under UK and European data protection laws, cookies are only retained for as long as necessary for the purpose for which they were collected:
Session Cookies: Automatically deleted when you close your web browser.
Persistent Cookies: Stored on your device for a fixed duration ranging from 30 days up to a maximum of 12 months, after which they are automatically purged unless renewed by a new visit and renewed consent.
- Managing Cookies via Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can configure your browser to refuse cookies, delete existing cookies, or notify you when a cookie is set. Guidance for managing cookies on popular browsers can be found through their respective support pages:
Google Chrome
Microsoft Edge
Mozilla Firefox
Apple Safari
- Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal, regulatory, or operational requirements. Any updates will be posted directly on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.