1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Crafty Kits ("we", "our", "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

By using our website, you may be asked to consent to the use of non-essential cookies through our Cookie Consent Banner.

2. Who We Are

Crafty Kits

Brian Russell (Sole Trader)

46 Helegan Close

Orpington

Kent

BR6 9XH

Email: brian@craftykits.co.uk

Telephone: 07865 324209

3. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, tablet or mobile device when you visit a website.

Cookies help websites:

• remember your preferences
• improve website performance
• keep websites secure
• remember shopping basket contents
• understand how visitors use the site

Cookies cannot normally identify you directly, but they may be linked to information we hold about you.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website.

Without them, certain services cannot function correctly.

Examples include:

• Shopping basket functionality
• Secure login
• Checkout process
• Security features
• Website navigation
• Cookie preference settings

These cookies do not require your consent.

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand:

• how visitors find our website
• which pages are most popular
• how visitors move around the website
• where improvements can be made

Examples may include:

• Google Analytics
• Website performance monitoring

These cookies are only used with your consent.

Functional Cookies

These cookies remember choices you make, such as:

• language preferences
• recently viewed products
• saved settings
• accessibility preferences

These cookies improve your experience but are not essential.

Consent may be required depending on how they are used.

Marketing Cookies

If enabled, marketing cookies may be used to:

• measure advertising performance
• show relevant adverts
• prevent repeated advertising
• understand marketing effectiveness

These cookies are only placed after your consent.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some services on our website may set cookies on behalf of third parties.

Examples may include:

• Payment providers
• Google services
• Social media platforms
• YouTube or Vimeo videos
• Embedded maps
• Live chat providers

Each third party has its own privacy and cookie policies.

We recommend reviewing these before using their services.

6. Cookies Used on Our Website

Depending on the features available, our website may use cookies for:

• Shopping basket management
• Checkout process
• Customer login
• Website security
• Fraud prevention
• Website analytics
• Marketing preferences
• Newsletter sign-up
• Personalisation
• Remembering cookie choices

The exact cookies may change as our website develops.

7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a Cookie Consent Banner.

You may choose to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customise your preferences

You can also change your preferences at any time through the cookie settings available on our website (where provided).

8. Browser Controls

Most web browsers allow you to:

• view cookies
• delete cookies
• block cookies
• receive notifications before cookies are stored

Please note that blocking some cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Useful browser support pages include:

• Google Chrome
• Microsoft Edge
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari

Refer to your browser's official help pages for instructions.

9. Consent

Under UK law, we ask for your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.

You may withdraw your consent at any time by changing your cookie preferences or adjusting your browser settings.

Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before consent was withdrawn.

10. Do Not Track

Some web browsers offer a "Do Not Track" setting.

As there is currently no universally accepted standard for responding to these signals, our website may not respond to them automatically.

11. Cookie Retention

Different cookies remain on your device for different periods.

Some are deleted when you close your browser (session cookies).

Others remain until they expire or are deleted (persistent cookies).

Retention periods vary depending on the purpose of each cookie.

12. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

• changes in legislation
• website improvements
• new services
• changes to the cookies we use

The latest version will always be available on our website.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact:

Crafty Kits

Brian Russell (Sole Trader)

46 Helegan Close

Orpington

Kent

BR6 9XH

Email: brian@craftykits.co.uk

Telephone: 07865 324209

Summary

For your convenience:

Essential Cookies
Required for the website to function correctly. These cannot be switched off.

Analytics Cookies
Help us improve our website by understanding visitor behaviour. Used only with your consent.

Functional Cookies
Remember your preferences to improve your experience.

Marketing Cookies
Used only where you have chosen to allow marketing and advertising cookies.

You remain in control of your cookie preferences and can change them at any time.