Cookies Policy

This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences. We use cookies to optimise our website so that we and trusted third parties can show you more relevant content. By clicking "CONTINUE SHOPPING" at the bottom of our home page on your first visit, you agree to our Cookie Policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences and how you interact with the site each time you return.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Remember your preferences
  • Track what’s in your shopping basket
  • Monitor website usage and performance
  • Tailor online advertising to your interests
  • Improve overall user experience

Cookies do not store personal information directly, but they may allow us to link usage data to your personal account when you are logged in or subscribe to our services.

Types of Cookies We Use

To help you understand their purpose, we’ve grouped our cookies into the following categories:

  • Strictly Necessary – These cookies are essential to make the website function properly.
  • Performance – These cookies help us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it.
  • Functionality – These remember your choices to improve your shopping experience.
  • Targeting & Advertising – These share limited information with third-party advertisers to help show you relevant content.

Cookies in Emails

Some of our emails may contain cookies or similar technologies to track whether you’ve opened them and interacted with the content. If you prefer, you can disable image loading or avoid clicking links to reduce tracking. You can also adjust browser or device settings to manage email cookies.

Session and Persistent Cookies

We use both session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) and persistent cookies (which remain for a set period of time or until deleted).

First- and Third-Party Cookies

First-party cookies are set by www.unusualdesignergifts.co.uk and support site functionality. Third-party cookies may be set by services like Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube when you interact with our links or embedded media. We do not control these and recommend reviewing their cookie policies.

Cookies We Use

Here are some of the cookies used on our website:

  • _session_id – Stores session details (referrer, landing page).
  • _shopify_visit – Used by Shopify’s stats tracker.
  • _shopify_uniq – Counts visits per customer.
  • cart – Stores cart contents for 2 weeks.
  • _secure_session_id – Secure session tracking.
  • storefront_digest – Used for password-protected shops.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can restrict or block cookies via your browser settings. Most browsers provide information on how to control cookies in their Help sections. Please note that disabling cookies may impact your ability to shop or use some features of our website.

For more information, visit www.allaboutcookies.org.