Cookie Policy

1. What are Cookies?

1.1 Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, tablet, mobile phone or other device when you visit a website.

1.2 Cookies help websites function efficiently and improve the user experience.

1.3 Cookies may remember information about your visit, preferences and interactions with the website.

1.4 Cookies do not typically identify you personally, but they may be linked to personal information collected through other means.

2. Who is Responsible for Cookies on this Website?

2.1 This website is operated by Marsden Makes Co.

2.2 The website is hosted through Squarespace.

2.3 Squarespace and certain third-party services may place cookies on your device in accordance with their own policies.

2.4 Marsden Makes Co. does not control all third-party cookies and encourages users to review relevant third-party privacy policies.

3. Why We Use Cookies

3.1 Cookies may be used to: Ensure website functionality / Improve website performance / Remember user preferences / Enhance website security / Analyse website traffic / Monitor website usage / Improve customer experience / Support website administration / Measure marketing effectiveness

3.2 Cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website so that improvements can be made.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the website.

Without these cookies, certain website features may not function correctly.

Examples include: Security functions / Website navigation / Form submissions / Shopping cart functionality / Session management

These cookies cannot usually be disabled through our cookie management tools.

4.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use the website. Information collected may include:

Pages visited / Time spent on pages / Visitor behaviour / Traffic sources / Website performance

The information collected is generally aggregated and does not directly identify individual visitors.

4.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow the website to remember choices and preferences.

Examples may include: Language settings / Region preferences / User interface preferences / Accessibility settings

These cookies help provide a more personalised experience.

4.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies

Marketing cookies may be used to:

Measure advertising performance / Track campaign effectiveness / Deliver relevant content / Understand audience interests

These cookies may be placed by third-party advertising and marketing platforms.

5. Third-Party Cookies

5.1 Some cookies may be placed by third-party providers used by Marsden Makes Co.

Examples may include: Squarespace, Google Analytics, Google Maps, Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest, LinkedIn, YouTube, Email marketing providers, Payment processors

5.2 Third-party providers may collect information in accordance with their own privacy and cookie policies.

5.3 Marsden Makes Co. is not responsible for the practices of third-party providers.

6. Squarespace Cookies

6.1 This website is hosted by Squarespace.

6.2 Squarespace may use cookies necessary for: Website operation, Security, Analytics, User experience, Checkout functionality, Account management

6.3 Squarespace may update its cookies from time to time.

6.4 Further information may be available through Squarespace’s own privacy and cookie documentation.

7. Analytics

7.1 We may use analytics tools to better understand how visitors use the website.

7.2 Analytics information may include:

Browser type / Device type / Geographic location / Pages viewed / Time spent on site / Referral sources

7.3 Analytics data is used to improve website performance and customer experience.

8. Social Media Integrations

8.1 This website may include social media features, feeds, buttons or embedded content.

8.2 These services may place cookies on your device.

8.3 Social media platforms operate independently and have their own privacy policies.

9. Managing Cookies

9.1 Most web browsers allow users to: View cookies, Delete cookies, Block cookies, Control cookie settings

9.2 Cookie management settings are normally available within your browser preferences.

9.3 Blocking cookies may affect website functionality.

9.4 Some website features may not operate correctly if cookies are disabled.

10. Withdrawing Consent

10.1 Where consent has been provided for non-essential cookies, you may withdraw that consent at any time.

10.2 Consent preferences may be managed through: Cookie banners, Cookie preference centres, Browser settings

10.3 Changes may not immediately affect cookies already stored on your device.

11. Cookie Retention

11.1 Different cookies remain active for different periods.

11.2 Some cookies expire when your browser is closed.

11.3 Other cookies remain active for a longer period to remember preferences or support analytics functions.

11.4 Cookie duration may vary depending on the service provider.

12. Data Collected Through Cookies

12.1 Information collected through cookies may include:

Device information /  Browser information / Website usage information /Session information / General location information / Website preferences

12.2 Where cookie data is linked to personal information, such data will be processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

13. Children & Cookies

13.1 This website is not specifically directed at children.

13.2 We do not knowingly use cookies to collect personal information from children.

14. Security

14.1 Certain cookies help maintain the security and integrity of the website.

14.2 Security-related cookies assist in protecting against: Fraud, Unauthorised access, Website misuse, Malicious activity

15. Updates to this Cookie Policy

15.1 Marsden Makes Co. reserves the right to update this Cookie Policy at any time.

15.2 Updated versions will be published on this website.

15.3 Continued use of the website after updates constitutes acceptance of any revised policy.

16. Contact Information

16.1 If you have any questions regarding this Cookie Policy, please contact: Abi Marsden at Marsden Makes Co.

Email: hello@marsdenmakesco.uk

Website: www.marsdenmakesco.uk

17. Acceptance of this Policy

17.1 By continuing to use this website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.

17.2 Where consent is required, your continued use of the website following consent constitutes acceptance of the use of cookies as described in this policy.