At Story Bay, we aim to provide you with the best possible online experience while ensuring transparency about the data we collect. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on storybay.org, and how you can manage them. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy.
📞 Phone: +44 077 3821 8933 📧 Email:[email protected] 🏠 Address: 32 Ilchester Rd, Liverpool L16 3NQ, United Kingdom
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, improving functionality, user experience, and performance.
Cookies can be:
Session cookies: Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent cookies: Stored on your device for a set period, helping recognise returning visitors.
First-party cookies: Set by storybay.org itself.
Third-party cookies: Set by external services integrated into our site, such as analytics or payment providers.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several purposes, including:
Essential Cookies
Necessary for website operation, shopping cart functionality, and secure checkout.
Without these, certain features (e.g., completing a purchase) may not work.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use our website.
Collect information such as pages visited, time spent on each page, and referral sources.
Examples: Google Analytics, Hotjar.
Functional Cookies
Remember your preferences (language, region, login details).
Provide a personalised browsing experience.
Marketing and Advertising Cookies
Track your browsing habits to show relevant ads.
May be used by third-party advertising partners.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Our website may include third-party services that set their own cookies. These could include:
Analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
Payment gateways
Social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram)
Story Bay does not control third-party cookies. Please check the privacy policies of these providers for more information.
4. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. You may:
Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Delete existing cookies
Disabling cookies may affect website functionality, including login features, shopping cart, and personalised recommendations.
By continuing to use storybay.org, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
For first-time visitors, we display a cookie consent banner where you can accept or customise your preferences. You may withdraw consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings.
6. Legal Basis
We use cookies in accordance with UK data protection laws, including the UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
Essential cookies are necessary for contract performance (e.g., completing purchases).
Non-essential cookies are processed based on your consent.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices, services, or legal requirements. Updates will be posted on this page with the “Last Updated” date revised.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, or wish to withdraw consent, please contact us:
📞 Phone: +44 077 3821 8933 📧 Email:[email protected] 🏠 Address: 32 Ilchester Rd, Liverpool L16 3NQ, United Kingdom
