Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 1, 2024
Introduction to Cookies
Cookies are small pieces of data that a website asks your browser to store on your device when you visit certain websites. These files do not contain personal data but can facilitate various functions and improvements to the user experience. They enable the website to remember your actions and preferences (such as login information, shopping cart contents, or preferred language) over a period of time, so you don’t have to enter this information each time you come back.
Types of Cookies Used on This Website
Our website “Southampton Silver” uses several types of cookies for different purposes:
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Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the operation of our website and enable you to navigate the site and use its features, such as accessing secure areas. Without these cookies, services you have asked for, like shopping basket or e-billing, cannot be provided.
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Performance Cookies: These collect information about how visitors use a website, for instance, which pages visitors go to most often, and if they get error messages from web pages. These cookies do not collect personal identification data; all information collected is aggregated and anonymous. We only use these cookies to improve how our website works.
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Functionality Cookies: These allow the website to remember your choices (such as your user name, language, or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personalized features. They can also be used to remember changes you make to improve your experience on our website.
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Targeting/Advertising Cookies: These are used to deliver ads that are more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement, as well as help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. If you are not logged into a website, they do not directly identify who you are, but they will monitor how you interact with the site.
Managing or Deleting Cookies
If you wish to control, manage, delete, or disable cookies on your device, you can do so through your browser’s settings. You can either remove individual cookies or block them all. However, be aware that removing or blocking cookies can impact your user experience and the functionality of the website. For more information on how to manage and delete cookies, visit aboutcookies.org or the help page of your browser.
Third-Party Cookies
We may use third-party service providers to serve ads on our behalf across the Internet and sometimes on this Website. These third parties may collect non-personal information about your visits to our website and your interactions with our products and services. They may also use cookies, tracking pixels, and other technologies to collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites. This information is used to make the advertising more relevant to you and your interests, and to measure its effectiveness.
Consent and Control
By using our website, you agree that we can place these types of cookies on your device. You can change your cookie settings at any time by clicking on the ‘Privacy Settings’ link found in the footer of our website. By adjusting your settings, you can enable or disable the cookies described above. Please note that if you disable certain cookies, some functionality may be limited.
Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns regarding our use of cookies, please contact us at:
- Email: [email protected]
This Cookie Policy is part of our commitment to protect your privacy and to be transparent about the technologies we use. We will update this policy as needed to stay compliant with GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, CCPA, and UK GDPR regulations and to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our procedures, or practices.
End of Policy
Please note that this Cookie Policy is tailored for the “Southampton Silver” website and reflects our commitment to your privacy and compliance with the relevant data protection laws. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.