DIY Alcove Cabinets Cookie Policy

At DIY Alcove Cabinets, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we use cookies and similar technologies. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences. It also outlines your rights under the UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you choose to disable them using the mechanisms provided.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to improve website functionality, enhance user experience, and provide valuable information to website owners.

We use cookies for several purposes, including:

  • To ensure our website functions correctly (strictly necessary cookies).
  • To remember your preferences and improve your user experience (functionality cookies).
  • To analyse website performance and make improvements (performance cookies).
  • To provide personalized advertisements (advertising cookies).

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have the right to control the use of cookies on your device. You can manage your preferences through:

1. Our Cookie Consent Banner: On your first visit, you will see a banner requesting your consent for non-essential cookies. You can accept all cookies, reject them, or customize your preferences.

2. Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Please note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.

3. Updating Your Preferences: You can change your cookie preferences at any time by revisiting the cookie settings on our website.

For more information on managing cookies, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. Without them, key features like navigating between pages and completing forms may not work.

Examples:

  • PHPSESSID: Ensures your session is maintained as you navigate our site.

2. Functionality Cookies

Functionality cookies remember your preferences and choices, such as your location or language settings, to provide a more personalized experience.

Examples:

  • catAccCookies: Stores your cookie consent preferences so you don’t see the notice again.

3. Performance Cookies

These cookies collect anonymized data about how visitors use our website, helping us improve its functionality and design.

Examples:

  • _ga: A Google Analytics cookie that tracks unique users and usage patterns.

4. Advertising Cookies

Advertising cookies are used to deliver ads that are relevant to your interests. These cookies may track your browsing activity across different websites to build a profile of your preferences.

Please note that this information is anonymized, and we cannot personally identify you.

Third-Party Cookies

Some features on our website may use third-party services, such as embedded videos or maps. These third-party providers may set their own cookies, which are subject to their privacy policies. We recommend reviewing the cookie policies of these providers to understand how they handle your data.

Retention of Cookies

Cookies are stored for different durations:

  • Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted.

We periodically review the retention periods of our cookies to ensure they comply with data protection regulations.

Your Rights

Under the UK GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access any personal data collected via cookies.
  • Request the deletion or restriction of personal data collected via cookies.
  • Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time.

To exercise these rights, please contact us via our Contact Page.

How to Opt-Out of Cookies

1. Browser Settings

You can block or delete cookies via your browser settings. For detailed instructions, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.

2. Opt-Out of Advertising Cookies

To manage advertising cookies and prevent targeted ads, visit Your Online Choices. Please note, opting out of advertising cookies will not stop ads but will make them less personalized.

Policy Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in legislation or our practices. When we make significant changes, we will notify you through our website or by other means. Please check this page regularly for updates.

We hope this policy provides clarity on how we use cookies and how you can manage your preferences. If you have any questions or require further information, please contact us through our Contact Page.