1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive and allow us to recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions.
2. How We Use Cookies
Pristine Pouch uses cookies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Understand how you use our website
- Improve your browsing experience
- Provide personalized content and services
- Analyze website traffic and performance
- Ensure the security of our website
- Remember your cookie consent preferences
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include:
- Session cookies: Allow you to navigate the website smoothly
- Security cookies: Help detect malicious activity and protect user data
- Functionality cookies: Remember your preferences and settings
- Cookie consent cookies: Remember your choice about cookie acceptance
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information:
- Google Analytics: Tracks website usage, visitor numbers, and popular pages
- Performance monitoring: Identifies technical issues and loading times
- User behavior: Helps us understand navigation patterns and preferences
- Conversion tracking: Measures the effectiveness of our content and services
Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track advertising effectiveness:
- Social media cookies: Enable social sharing and track social media interactions
- Advertising cookies: Display relevant ads based on your interests
- Remarketing cookies: Show you relevant ads when you visit other websites
- Campaign tracking: Measure the success of marketing campaigns
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services. These include:
Google Services
- Google Analytics: Website traffic analysis and user behavior tracking
- Google Fonts: Web font loading and display optimization
- Google Maps: Location services and map display (if applicable)
Social Media Platforms
- Facebook: Social sharing and Facebook Pixel tracking
- Twitter: Tweet sharing and social media integration
- LinkedIn: Professional sharing and networking features
- Instagram: Photo sharing and social media integration
5. Cookie Duration
Session Cookies
These cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser. They include:
- Shopping cart contents
- Login session information
- Form data during completion
- Navigation preferences for the current visit
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device until they expire or are deleted:
- Remember me settings: 30 days
- Language preferences: 1 year
- Analytics data: 2 years
- Marketing cookies: 30-90 days (varies by provider)
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept All: Allow all cookies for the best experience
- Necessary Only: Only allow essential cookies
- Custom Settings: Choose which categories of cookies to allow
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions
Cookie Management Options
- Block all cookies: May affect website functionality
- Delete existing cookies: Clears stored preferences and data
- Block third-party cookies: Prevents external tracking
- Notify before storing: Prompts before each cookie is set
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling cookies may affect your browsing experience:
Essential Cookies Disabled
- Website may not function properly
- Unable to remember your preferences
- Forms may not work correctly
- Security features may be compromised
Analytics Cookies Disabled
- We cannot track website performance
- Unable to identify and fix technical issues
- Content optimization becomes difficult
- User experience improvements are limited
Marketing Cookies Disabled
- Less relevant advertising content
- Repeated display of the same advertisements
- Social sharing features may not work
- Personalized content recommendations unavailable
8. Cookie Data Security
We implement appropriate security measures to protect cookie data:
- Encryption: Sensitive data in cookies is encrypted
- Secure transmission: Cookies are transmitted over HTTPS
- Access controls: Limited access to cookie data
- Regular audits: Periodic review of cookie usage and security
- Data minimization: We only collect necessary cookie data
9. Updates to Cookie Policy
We may update this cookie policy periodically to reflect:
- Changes in our use of cookies
- New technologies and tracking methods
- Legal and regulatory requirements
- Improvements to our services
We will notify you of significant changes by:
- Updating the "Last updated" date on this page
- Displaying a notice on our website
- Sending email notifications for major changes
- Requesting renewed consent when required
10. Legal Basis for Cookie Use
We use cookies based on the following legal grounds:
Essential Cookies
These are necessary for the performance of our contract with you and to provide the service you requested.
Analytics and Performance Cookies
We use these based on our legitimate interest in understanding website performance and improving user experience.
Marketing Cookies
These are used only with your explicit consent, which you can withdraw at any time.
11. Your Rights
Under UK data protection law, you have the following rights regarding cookies:
- Right to be informed: This policy explains our cookie use
- Right to access: Request information about cookies we use
- Right to rectification: Correct inaccurate cookie-related data
- Right to erasure: Delete cookies from your device
- Right to restrict processing: Limit cookie usage
- Right to object: Opt out of non-essential cookies
- Right to withdraw consent: Change your cookie preferences
12. Contact Information
For questions about our cookie policy or to exercise your rights, please contact us:
13. Useful Links
For more information about cookies and how to manage them: