Cookie

"Shining Windows - Cookie Policy

Clause 21: What Are Cookies?

21.1. A ""cookie"" is a small text file that our website asks your browser to store on your computer or mobile device. Think of it like a digital memory or a ticket stub; it allows our website to ""remember"" your actions or preferences over time. This is essential for providing a modern, functional online experience, such as keeping items in your shopping cart or remembering that you have logged
in. This policy explains how we use cookies and how you can manage them.

Clause 23: Our Approach to Cookies & Your Consent

23.1. We are committed to protecting your privacy. In line with UK regulations, including the
Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), we operate on a principle of explicit, opt-in consent.

23.2. This means that when you first visit our website, we will ask for your permission before placing any cookies on your device that are not ""Strictly Necessary"" for the website to function. You can accept or reject these non-essential cookies through the cookie banner that will appear on your screen. Your preferences will be saved, but you can change them at any time.

Clause 24: The Types of Cookies We Use

24.1. Our website, which is built on the Wix platform, uses different types of cookies to function correctly and to help us improve your experience. We have categorized them below for clarity.

Cookie Category Purpose & Explanation

Strictly
Necessary
Cookies
Functionality
Cookies
Performance
(Analytics)
Cookies
Marketing
Cookies

These cookies are essential for you to browse the website and use its core features.
They are fundamental to the site's operation. Examples include cookies that enable
our shopping cart to work, secure logins for your account, and ensure the website's
security.

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your
username or region) and provide enhanced, more personal features. For example,
they might remember your details so you don't have to fill them in again.

These cookies collect anonymous information about how visitors use our website.
They help us understand which pages are most popular, how long visitors spend on
the site, and if they encounter any errors. We use this data to improve how our
website works. We may use tools like Google Analytics for this purpose.

These cookies may be used to track your browsing habits across websites to build a
profile of your interests. This profile can be used to show you more relevant adverts
on other sites. Currently, we do not use marketing or targeting cookies. If we do in
the future, we will update this policy.

Do They Require Your Consent?

No. The law allows us to place
these without your consent
because the website cannot
function without them.

Yes. These will only be placed on
your device if you actively
consent to them via our cookie
banner.

Yes. These will only be placed on
your device if you actively
consent to them via our cookie
banner.

Yes. These would only be placed
on your device if you actively and
explicitly consent to them.

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Clause 25: How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences

25.1. You are in full control of your cookie preferences.

Here are the ways you can manage them:
25.2. Using Our Website's Consent Banner: When you first visit our site, you can use the options on the cookie banner to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can typically change your preferences at any time by clicking on a ""Cookie Settings"" link in the footer of our website.

25.3. Through Your Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to block some or all cookies, or to alert you when websites set or access cookies. You can find instructions on how to do this for the most popular browsers at the links below:

➢ Google Chrome
➢ Mozilla Firefox
➢ Microsoft Edge
➢ Apple Safari

25.4. Please be aware that if you block Strictly Necessary Cookies through your browser settings, some parts of our website may become inaccessible or not function properly.

Clause 26: Changes to This Policy
26.1. We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect, for example, changes to the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please revisit this policy regularly to stay informed.

Clause 27: Contact Us

27.1. If you have any questions about our use of cookies, you can contact us at:

27.1.1. Email: info@shiningwindows.co.uk

27.1.2. Postal Address: The Firtrees, 6 Wood Lane, Hartwell, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN7 2HG"