Cookie Policy

1. What is a cookie

A cookie is a small text file saved to your browser when you visit a website. It lets the site remember you, keep you signed in and preserve your basket. In this policy, records kept in your browser's local storage are treated the same way as cookies.

2. Why we use them

We use cookies at the minimum level required for the site to work: keeping you signed in, preserving your basket and discount code, remembering your theme preference and maintaining security verifications.

3. Cookies we use

Name	Purpose	Type	Duration
session	Identifies the session of a signed-in user. The token is readable only by the server.	Strictly necessary	30 days
cart	Stores the products in your basket so you can shop without signing in.	Strictly necessary	30 days
coupon	Stores the discount code you applied. Only the code is kept; the discount amount is recalculated every time.	Strictly necessary	7 days
phone_proof	Carries the completed phone verification through to the checkout step.	Strictly necessary (security)	30 minutes
theme	Remembers your light or dark theme preference. The same value is also kept in your browser's local storage.	Functional	1 year
cookie-consent	Stores your response to the cookie notice in your browser so it is not shown on every visit. This record is never sent to the server.	Strictly necessary	Until you clear it

None of these cookies are used for advertising or shared with advertising networks.

4. Third-party cookies

The site currently uses no third-party advertising or tracking cookies. If a service such as analytics or live chat is added later, this policy will be updated and non-essential cookies will run only with your consent.

5. Managing your preferences

• You can set your preference from the notice shown on your first visit.
• You can delete or block cookies in your browser settings — see the privacy settings sections of Chrome, Safari, Firefox or Edge.
• Clearing your browser data resets your theme preference and your response to the cookie notice.

6. If you block strictly necessary cookies

If strictly necessary cookies are blocked, you cannot sign in, your basket is not preserved and orders cannot be created. These cookies are used for the core functions of the site, not for personalisation or advertising.

7. Personal data

The legal basis for data processed through cookies and your related rights are explained in the Data Protection Notice. Strictly necessary cookies are processed on the grounds of legitimate interest and performance of the contract; non-essential cookies are processed only with your explicit consent.

8. Changes and contact

This policy may be updated; an updated text takes effect when published and receives a new version number. For questions: [email protected]