Cookie Policy

Information about how Havely Store Ltd uses cookies on this website

Last Updated: May 2026

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites remember information about your visit and your preferences.

When you visit our website, a cookie may be placed on your device. This policy explains what cookies we use and how we use them.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential / Necessary Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They are always active and do not require your consent. We use essential cookies for:

  • Dark Mode Preference: To remember your dark mode / light mode preference across pages.
  • Navigation State: To maintain your navigation and form state as you browse the site.
  • Cookie Consent: To remember your cookie consent choices so the consent banner doesn't appear repeatedly.

Duration: These cookies typically expire after 365 days or when you clear your browser cookies.

Analytics Cookies (Optional)

We may use optional analytics cookies to understand how visitors use our website. These cookies are only active if you accept them through our cookie consent banner.

  • Pages Visited: Which pages you view on our website.
  • Time on Site: How long you spend on our website.
  • Basic Device Information: Browser type and operating system (anonymised).

Usage: This data helps us improve our website content and layout. Data is anonymised and used only in aggregate form.

Duration: Analytics cookies are typically retained according to the analytics service provider's policy (usually 12–24 months).

Third-Party Cookies

Currently, our website does not use third-party advertising or marketing cookies. If we add third-party services in the future, we will update this policy accordingly.

3. Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner at the bottom of the page. This banner explains our cookie usage and asks for your consent to use non-essential cookies.

You can:

  • Accept All: Accept both essential and optional analytics cookies.
  • Reject Non-Essential: Use the website with only essential cookies.
  • Manage Preferences: Choose which non-essential cookies to accept.

Your choice is remembered for 365 days. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the website.

4. How to Manage Your Cookies

Through Your Browser

Most modern browsers allow you to control cookies through settings:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Clear browsing data

You can choose to block all cookies, block only third-party cookies, or delete cookies when you close your browser.

Through Our Cookie Banner

You can manage your cookie preferences directly through the cookie consent banner on our website when you first visit or by clearing your cookies and revisiting the site.

Important Note

Disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website. However, disabling optional analytics cookies will not impact your ability to use the site.

5. Third-Party Analytics (If Enabled)

If we enable third-party analytics services in the future, we will:

  • Update this policy to explain which service is used
  • Ensure the service is GDPR-compliant
  • Require explicit consent before deploying analytics cookies

Currently, we do not use third-party analytics. This policy will be updated if that changes.

6. International Data Transfers

Our website is hosted in the UK. Cookie data is stored locally on your device and is not transferred internationally unless you explicitly consent to third-party analytics services that may use international servers.

7. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Choose whether to accept non-essential cookies
  • Delete cookies from your browser at any time
  • Block cookies through your browser settings
  • Request information about what cookies we use

For questions about our cookie usage, please contact admin@havely.co.uk.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this cookie policy if our website's cookie usage changes (e.g., if we add new analytics services or third-party tools). Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.

If we make significant changes, we will display a new cookie consent banner to inform you.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our cookie usage, please contact:

10. Additional Information

For more information about cookies and how to manage them, you can visit:

11. Important Note

This is a draft cookie policy provided as general guidance. Before publishing this website, you should ensure this policy accurately reflects your website's cookie usage. If you add analytics services, advertising pixels, or other tracking technologies, you must update this policy accordingly and obtain appropriate user consent.

Consider consulting with a legal professional to ensure this policy complies with current UK cookie law and GDPR requirements.