1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy dictates how StoreCraft Storage Solutions Ltd (“we”, “us”, or “our”) utilises cookies and similar tracking mechanisms on www.storecraftco.com (the “Website”). This policy is formulated in strict accordance with the privacy regulations of the United Kingdom, the European Union, and the United States of America. It is designed to provide you with clear, comprehensive information regarding the data we collect, its purpose, and the duration for which it is retained.
2. Consent And Applicability
We respect your privacy and autonomy regarding digital data collection. When you visit our Website, strictly necessary cookies are deployed to ensure basic operational functionality. However, we only utilise non-essential cookies (such as those used for analytical or marketing purposes) following your explicit consent. This consent is exclusively obtained when you actively click the “Accept” button on our initial Cookie Banner. If you do not provide this affirmative consent, no non-essential cookies will be placed on your device.
3. Definition Of Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) by your web browser when you visit a website. They allow the Website to recognise your device, retain your preferences, and facilitate a smoother browsing experience across multiple pages or future visits.
4. Categorisation And Retention Periods
To ensure compliance with UK, EU, and US regulations, we limit the retention of cookies to the minimum duration necessary to fulfill their intended purpose. The cookies deployed on our Website fall into the following categories:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies: These are essential for the fundamental operation of the Website, enabling you to navigate the pages and utilise features such as the shopping cart. Without these, the services you have requested cannot be provided.
- Retention: Typically retained only for the duration of your browsing session (Session Cookies), or up to twelve (12) months for functions such as remembering your privacy preferences.
- Functionality Cookies: These allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as your region or language preference) to provide a more personalised experience. These are deployed only upon your acceptance.
- Retention: Standard retention is up to twelve (12) months.
- Analytical and Performance Cookies: Subject to your explicit consent, these cookies collect anonymous data regarding how visitors utilise our Website, such as which pages are visited most frequently. This data is aggregated and used exclusively to improve Website functionality and user experience.
- Retention: Retained for a maximum period of twenty-four (24) months, after which the data is automatically purged.
- Third-Party Cookies (Stripe): Please be explicitly advised that certain third-party cookies are deployed and processed by Stripe. These specific cookies are strictly required to facilitate legitimate financial transactions and conduct standard fraud evaluation processes.
- Retention: The data collected by Stripe is governed by their respective retention protocols, typically held for up to thirteen (13) months, or as dictated by applicable financial record-keeping laws.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You maintain full control over your cookie preferences. Beyond our Cookie Banner, you may configure your web browser to refuse all or some cookies, or to alert you when websites set or access cookies. Please note that if you disable or refuse strictly necessary cookies, certain sections of the Website may become inaccessible or fail to function properly.
For further instructions on managing cookies, please consult the “Help” section of your specific browser (e.g., Chrome, Safari, Firefox, or Edge).
6. Data Protection
The information collected via cookies is handled with stringent organisational measures aligned with our Privacy Policy. We implement robust protocols to protect your data from unauthorised access or disclosure. While no digital infrastructure can be deemed completely impenetrable, our methods represent standard commercial practices for data protection.
7. Modifications To This Policy
We reserve the right to amend this Cookie Policy at our discretion to reflect changes in our operational practices or to ensure continued adherence to international regulatory updates. Any modifications will be posted directly on this page with an updated effective date.
8. Contact Information
If you have any formal inquiries regarding this Cookie Policy or our data practices, please contact us using the information provided below:
Company Name: StoreCraft Storage Solutions Ltd
Company Registration Number: 14278563
Registered Address: Unit 12, Riverside Business Park, 47 Thames Industrial Way, London, SE16 2XB, United Kingdom
Brand Name: storecraftco
Telephone: +44 121 728 5519
Email: storage@storecraftco.com