Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
1. What is a Cookie?
A cookie is a small text file placed on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. It allows the site to store information about your visit and preferences.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and manage your shopping experience:
- cookieConsent: Stores your cookie preferences (duration: 12 months)
- sessionId: Maintains your session while browsing
- cartData: Temporarily stores shopping basket information
2.2 Functional Cookies
These cookies improve your experience on our website:
- userPreferences: Saves your preferences (currency, product filters)
- recentlyViewed: Stores recently viewed products for easy reference
2.3 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website:
- Google Analytics: Collects anonymised statistics on website usage
- Retention period: Maximum 26 months
2.4 Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to display relevant offers:
- Google Ads: Enables conversion tracking and targeted advertising
- Retention period: Variable (typically 90 days)
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Manage your shopping basket and checkout process
- Remember your product preferences
- Improve website performance
- Analyse traffic and website usage
- Personalise product recommendations
- Measure the effectiveness of our marketing
- Provide relevant content and offers
4. Managing Cookies
4.1 On Your First Visit
A banner informs you about cookies and allows you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Configure your preferences
4.2 At Any Time
You can modify your preferences by:
- Clicking "Manage Cookies" at the bottom of the page
- Configuring your browser to refuse cookies
5. Browser Settings
Google Chrome
Menu > Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
Firefox
Menu > Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari
Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
Microsoft Edge
Settings > Privacy, search and services > Cookies
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services:
7. Consequences of Refusing Cookies
Refusing essential cookies may prevent:
- Completing purchases and checkout
- Saving product preferences
- Access to certain website features
Refusing non-essential cookies does not limit browsing but may reduce personalisation of your experience.
8. Cookie Retention
Cookies have limited lifespans:
- Session cookies: Deleted when browser is closed
- Persistent cookies: Variable duration depending on purpose (maximum 13 months)
9. Contact Us
For any questions about our cookie policy:
Email: sales@hall-fast.com
Telephone: 01623 645645
Address: Unit 4, Aria Park, Mansfield, NG18 4ZE, UK
10. Changes to This Policy
This policy may be modified at any time. The date of the last update is shown at the top of the page.