Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Pick Up the Paws ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website www.pickupthepaws.co.uk.

This is required under the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and the UK GDPR.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences, improve performance, and offer a better user experience.

Types of Cookies We Use

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Type of Cookie                                          Purpose          

               

Essential Cookies                              Necessary for site functionality (e.g., shopping cart, login)

Performance Cookies                       Track usage data to help us improve website performance (e.g., Google Analytics)

Functional Cookies                            Remember your preferences (e.g., language, region)

Marketing/Targeting Cookies           Track browsing habits to show relevant ads (e.g., Facebook Pixel, Google Ads)

 

Cookies We Use (Examples)

Cookie Name                           Duration                 Purpose                                                                 Provider                                             

 _ga                                          2 years                   Google Analytics ID tracking.                              Google                                        

_fbp                                          3 months                Facebook tracking for retargeting ads.              Meta                                            

woocommerce_cart_hash.      Session                  Store cart info                                                      Pick Up the Paws.                  

 

Note : Actual cookies used may vary depending on your platform and tools (e.g., Shopify, WooCommerce).

Managing Cookies

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings. Here’s how:

• Chrome: chrome://settings/cookies

• Firefox: about:preferences#privacy

• Safari: Preferences → Privacy tab

• Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

You can also use the cookie banner on our site to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services we use (e.g., Google, Facebook). These providers may collect data about your online activity, subject to their own privacy policies.

Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at:

Email : Sarah@pickupthepaws.co.uk
Address : 6 Straw Plait Way, Arlesey, SG15 6SJ