Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how The WhatEver Shop (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.
By continuing to browse or use our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website.
They help websites work efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to the site owners.

Cookies can be:

Session cookies – deleted automatically when you close your browser.
Persistent cookies – remain on your device until they expire or you delete them.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

Ensure our website functions properly.
Improve site performance and load times.
Remember your preferences (such as location or language).
Keep track of items in your shopping cart.
Analyse how visitors use our website so we can improve services.
Provide personalised content and promotions where applicable.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies
- Required for the website to operate correctly.
- Enable core features like security, account login, and checkout.
- Cannot be turned off in our systems.
Performance Cookies
- Collect anonymous information about how visitors use the site.
- Help us understand which pages are most popular and how visitors move around the site.
Functional Cookies
- Remember your settings and choices (e.g., preferred currency, shipping country).
- Improve your browsing experience.
Targeting / Advertising Cookies
- May be set by us or third-party partners.
- Used to deliver adverts relevant to you and measure their effectiveness.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our site are placed by third-party service providers, such as:

Analytics services (e.g., Google Analytics) to track website performance.
Payment providers to process transactions securely.
Social media platforms to enable sharing and interaction with our content.

We do not control third-party cookies, and they are subject to the providers’ own cookie policies.

5. Managing and Disabling Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

Browser Settings – Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies.
Cookie Banner – Our website’s cookie consent tool lets you choose which cookies to accept or reject.
Opt-Out Tools – Some third parties offer direct opt-out options for their cookies.

Note: If you disable some cookies, parts of our website may not function properly.

6. Consent to Cookies

When you visit our website for the first time, you will see a cookie consent banner.
By clicking “Accept” or continuing to browse, you consent to our use of cookies as outlined in this policy.
You can update your preferences at any time using our cookie settings link.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our business operations.
The “Last Updated” date at the top will always show the latest version.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us:
📧 thewhatevershops@gmail.com
📞 07391 483199
📍 The WhatEver Shop, 48–49 West Street, Bridlington, YO15 3DZ, United Kingdom