Cookie Policy
thecuriouscreative.co.uk
Last updated: 2 June 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how The Curious Creative (“we”, “us”, or “our”), operated by Justin from East Sussex, uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website thecuriouscreative.co.uk.
By continuing to browse our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time — see Section 5 for details.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information to site owners.
Cookies can be:
• Session cookies — temporary files deleted when you close your browser.
• Persistent cookies — files that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
• First-party cookies — set by us directly.
• Third-party cookies — set by a third-party service we use (e.g. Google Analytics, PayPal).
3. Cookies We Use
The table below summarises the categories of cookies used on this website:
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Examples | Duration |
| Strictly Necessary | Essential for the website to function — login sessions, shopping cart, security. | Session cookies, CSRF tokens | Session / short-term |
| Analytics | Help us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it. | Google Analytics (_ga, _gid) | Up to 2 years |
| Functional | Remember your preferences (e.g. items viewed, newsletter signup). | Preference cookies | Up to 1 year |
| Marketing / Third-party | Set by embedded services such as social media share buttons or payment processors. | PayPal, Facebook Pixel | Varies |
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for you to browse the website and use its features, such as adding items to your shopping cart, processing orders, and accessing secure areas. Without these cookies, services you have asked for cannot be provided. These cookies do not require your consent under UK law.
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to collect anonymised information about how visitors use our website — for example, which pages are most visited and how users navigate between pages. This helps us improve the site over time. These cookies collect information in an anonymous form and do not identify you personally.
Google Analytics sets the following cookies:
• _ga — used to distinguish users, expires after 2 years.
• _gid — used to distinguish users, expires after 24 hours.
• _gat — used to throttle request rate, expires after 1 minute.
Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personalised features. For example, they may remember your preferences or whether you have previously signed up for our newsletter.
Marketing & Third-Party Cookies
Where our website includes embedded content or integrations with third-party services — such as social media sharing buttons, embedded maps, or our payment processor (PayPal) — those third parties may set their own cookies. We do not control these cookies, and you should refer to the relevant third party’s privacy or cookie policy for more information.
4. Third-Party Services
The following third-party services may set cookies or collect data when you use our website:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to monitor website traffic and user behaviour. Google may use this data in accordance with its own privacy policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
PayPal
When you make a purchase through our shop, you may be directed to PayPal for payment processing. PayPal may set cookies in accordance with their own privacy and cookie policies, which can be found at paypal.com.
Newsletter / Email Marketing
If you subscribe to our newsletter, we may use a third-party email marketing service. This service may set cookies and track email interactions. You can unsubscribe at any time using the link in any of our emails.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the right to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can manage your preferences in the following ways:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
• View cookies currently stored on your device.
• Delete individual or all cookies.
• Block cookies from specific websites.
• Block all third-party cookies.
• Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is being set.
Please note that restricting cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Links to guidance for major browsers:
• Google Chrome: support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
• Mozilla Firefox: support.mozilla.org/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences
• Apple Safari: support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471
• Microsoft Edge: support.microsoft.com/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-in-microsoft-edge
Opt-Out Tools
You can also opt out of interest-based advertising by visiting the following resources:
• Your Online Choices (EU/UK): youronlinechoices.eu
• Network Advertising Initiative: networkadvertising.org/choices
6. Legal Basis (UK GDPR)
We operate in accordance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
• Strictly necessary cookies — used on the basis of our legitimate interest in operating a functional website. No consent is required.
• Analytics, functional, and marketing cookies — used only with your consent, which you can withdraw at any time.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. When we make significant changes, we will update the “Last updated” date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we handle your data, please get in touch:
The Curious Creative
Website: thecuriouscreative.co.uk
Location: East Sussex, England
Contact: via the contact form at thecuriouscreative.co.uk/contact
This policy was prepared for The Curious Creative and is governed by the laws of England and Wales.