Cookies Policy

Last Updated: 30 Jan 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookies Policy explains how Hags Pottery (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on www.hagspottery.org

We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect and use data. This policy complies with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

By using our website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You have the right to accept, reject, or customize your cookie preferences at any time.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help improve your browsing experience by remembering preferences, enabling site functionality, and gathering analytics data.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies:

Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary – Always Enabled)

  • These cookies are required for the website to function properly (e.g., security, login, navigation, and shopping cart functionality).

  • Without them, certain services may not be available.

Analytics & Performance Cookies (Requires Consent)

  • These cookies help us analyze website traffic and user interactions to improve site performance.

  • We may use third-party analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics) to track visitor activity.

  • These cookies will only be stored if you give consent.

Functionality Cookies (Requires Consent)

  • These cookies allow the website to remember your preferences (e.g., language, location, or login details) for a personalized experience.

Marketing & Advertising Cookies (Requires Consent)

  • These cookies track browsing habits to display relevant ads and promotions.

  • We may use third-party services (e.g., Facebook Pixel, Google Ads) to deliver targeted advertising.

4. Managing & Changing Cookie Preferences

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Accept all cookies

  • Customize preferences

  • Reject non-essential cookies

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner allowing you to set your preferences. You can update your settings at any time by clicking [insert link to cookie settings].

To manage cookies through your browser, visit:

5. Third-Party Cookies & Data Sharing

Some cookies on our website are placed by third parties, such as embedded social media content or payment gateways. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies:

We do not sell or share personal data collected via cookies with third parties for direct marketing without explicit consent.

6. Data Retention & Your Rights

We retain cookie data for as long as necessary to fulfil its purpose. Analytics and marketing cookies automatically expire after [e.g., 6 months] unless deleted manually.

Under GDPR, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data

  • Correct or delete your data

  • Withdraw consent at any time

To exercise your rights, contact us at annabel@hagspottery.org

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted here with an updated "Last Updated" date.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this policy or how we use cookies, please contact us:

Email: annabel@hagspottery.org

Address: Hags Pottery, 9 Orchard Lane, London SW20