Effective Date: 1 Jan 2025
Last Updated: 30 Jan 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how The Grumpy Geordie (www.thegrumpygeordie.uk) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and how you can control them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies – remain until they expire or are deleted.
- First-party cookies – set by our website.
- Third-party cookies – set by external services like Google Analytics.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Needed for site functionality (e.g. cart, checkout, login). |
| Performance & Analytics | Helps us understand website usage (e.g. Google Analytics). |
| Functionality Cookies | Remembers preferences (e.g. language, login status). |
| Marketing & Advertising | Tracks user behavior for personalised marketing (only if consented). |
3. Third-Party Cookies
We may use services from trusted providers, including:
- Google Analytics – to track and report website traffic.
- Facebook Pixel – for remarketing (if used).
- Print-on-demand partners – may set cookies for tracking order fulfilment.
These third-party services may collect data directly through their own cookies.
4. Managing Cookies
You can manage or block cookies via your browser settings. Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website.
Popular browser cookie management links:
- Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/cookies-information-websites-store-on-your-computer
- Safari: https://support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/safari/sfri11471/mac
5. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in cookies used or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page.
6. Contact
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, contact us at:
Email: privacy@thegrumpygeordie.uk
