What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that websites place on your computer or mobile device when you visit them. These files help enhance your browsing experience, analyze traffic patterns, and facilitate ad personalization and measurement. Our site, along with our partners, uses cookies to ensure a smoother and more personalized experience for users.

 

If you wish to restrict or block cookies, you can do so through your browser settings. For detailed instructions, refer to the “How to Manage Cookies” section below.

 

How to Manage Cookies

Some cookies are essential for the proper functioning of a website, such as those used to store items in your shopping basket. Without these cookies, certain features may not work, potentially impairing the functionality of the site and preventing you from completing tasks like shopping.

 

You can choose which cookies you allow by adjusting your browser settings. Each browser offers different methods for managing cookies. For guidance on how to manage cookies in various browsers, visit the ICO website (note: we are not responsible for the content of external websites).

 

Additionally, most browsers offer private browsing modes, which typically do not save local data, including cookies, and automatically delete them when all windows are closed.

 

To opt out of Google Analytics tracking across all websites, you can install a browser add-on. Visit Google’s opt-out page for more details (note: we are not responsible for the content of external websites).

 

Types of Cookies

  • First-party cookies : Set by the website you are visiting. These cookies often remember preferences, such as your preferred language or items in your basket.
  • Third-party cookies : Set by a domain other than the one you are visiting. These are commonly used for advertising purposes.
  • Session cookies : Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
  • Persistent cookies : Remain on your device until they expire or are manually deleted.
 

Cookies Used on Our Website

We document the cookies created by our partners and tools, along with their purposes. Below is a breakdown of the cookies used on our site:

 

Google Analytics

These cookies collect anonymous data about how visitors interact with our site. The information helps us generate reports and improve the user experience. Data collected includes:

  • Number of visitors
  • Referral sources
  • Pages visited
 

To learn more about opting out of Google Analytics, refer to the “How to Manage Cookies” section. For additional details on Google’s use of data, visit Google’s privacy policy .

 

Google Ads (and DoubleClick)

Google Ads uses cookies to deliver targeted advertisements based on user interests. These cookies also help measure ad performance and prevent repetitive ads. For more information on Google’s data collection practices, see Google’s policies .

 

You can disable personalized ads from Google by visiting Google Ad Settings .

 

Google reCAPTCHA

This tool enhances security by verifying that users are human. It collects data using cookies, which may also be used for ad personalization. For further details, refer to Google’s privacy policy .

 

Other Cookies

  • Storefront functionality : Ensures the proper operation of the website, such as maintaining your shopping cart.
  • Reporting and analytics : Tracks site performance and user behavior.
  • Third-party cookies : Placed by external services to provide additional functionalities or insights.
 

How Long Do Cookies Stay on My Device?

The duration of cookies depends on whether they are “session” or “persistent.” Session cookies are deleted once you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain until they expire or are removed. Most of the cookies we use are persistent and will expire between 30 minutes and two years after being downloaded to your device.

 

For instructions on removing cookies before they expire, refer to the “How to Control Cookies” section above.

 

By understanding and managing cookies, you can control how your data is used and tailor your online experience to suit your preferences. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact us at contact@gizmosupplyco.shop or call us at +44(789) 707-5015 .