Cookie Policy
How we use cookies and tracking technologies on our website
Last updated: 15 January 2024
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What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience by remembering your preferences, analyzing how you use our site, and enabling certain features.
Cookies cannot harm your device or files. They can only be read by the website that created them and contain no personal information unless you specifically provide it.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Always ActiveThese cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include:
- • Session management: Keeping you logged in during your visit
- • Security: Protecting against cross-site request forgery (CSRF)
- • Preferences: Remembering your theme choice (light/dark mode)
- • Cookie consent: Storing your cookie preferences
Legal basis: Legitimate interest - essential for website functionality
Analytics Cookies
OptionalHelp us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve it. These cookies:
- • Google Analytics: Tracks page views, session duration, and user behavior
- • Performance: Identifies slow-loading pages and errors
- • Content optimization: Shows which articles are most popular
- • User journey: Understands how users navigate our site
Legal basis: Consent - only active if you approve analytics cookies
Data retention: 26 months (Google Analytics default)
Advertising & Marketing Cookies
OptionalUsed to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of our affiliate partnerships:
- • Affiliate tracking: Amazon Associates and other partner programs
- • Personalization: Show relevant product recommendations
- • Remarketing: Display ads to previous visitors (when implemented)
- • Campaign tracking: Measure effectiveness of marketing efforts
Legal basis: Consent - only active if you approve advertising cookies
Third parties: Amazon, Google Ads (when applicable)
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Our Cookie Settings
Use our cookie consent banner to control which cookies we can use.
Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality.
Browser Cookie Controls
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 → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services we use. These include:
Website analytics and performance monitoring
Affiliate link tracking and commissions
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make significant changes, we will notify you by posting the updated policy on this page with a new "Last Updated" date.
Questions About Cookies
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: cookies@topshelffinds.co.uk
Website: TopShelfFinds.co.uk
For more information about cookies in general, visit www.allaboutcookies.org