Cookie Policy (UK)
Cookie Policy – Caravan Auto Shop
Last Updated: 30 July 2026
Website: https://caravanautoshop.co.uk
Company: Caravan Auto Shop
📋 Policy at a Glance
| Section | What You’ll Find |
|---|---|
| 1. Introduction | Who we are and why this policy matters |
| 2. What Are Cookies? | Plain‑English explanation |
| 3. Cookie Categories | 4 clear groups with examples |
| 4. Consent Mechanism | How we ask and how you control |
| 5. Third‑Party Cookies | Who else sets cookies via our site |
| 6. Your Rights | How to manage, delete, or opt out |
| 7. Policy Updates | How we notify changes |
| 8. Contact Us | How to reach us |
Introduction
Caravan Auto Shop (“we”, “us”, “our”) operates this website to sell caravan auto and spare parts. We respect your privacy and are committed to being transparent about how we use cookies.
This policy explains:
What cookies are
Which cookies we use and why
How you can control them
We comply with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), including guidance updates effective from February 2026.
What Are Cookies?
📌 In simple terms: Cookies are tiny text files that websites save onto your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit. They help the website remember you and your preferences.
We also use:
Local Storage / Session Storage – similar to cookies but can store more data temporarily in your browser.
Tracking Pixels – tiny invisible images that help us understand how you interact with our content (e.g., which emails you open).
Cookie Categories – The Four Blocks
We group our cookies into four distinct blocks. Each block has a different purpose and legal basis.
🔹 Strictly Necessary Cookies
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| What they do | Enable core functions: logging in, adding items to your cart, checking out, and secure payments. |
| Are they optional? | ❌ No – the website will not work properly without them. |
| Consent needed? | ❌ No – exempt under UK PECR (contractual necessity). |
| How long they stay | Usually session‑based (deleted when you close your browser) or a few hours for cart items. |
| Examples | Session ID, authentication token, CSRF security cookie. |
🔹 Preference / Functionality Cookies
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| What they do | Remember your choices: language, currency, region (to show local stock), and display preferences. |
| Are they optional? | ✅ Yes – but disabling them may reduce personalisation. |
| Consent needed? | ✅ Yes – we ask for your consent unless the cookie is strictly required for a service you requested (e.g., remembering your cart across pages). |
| How long they stay | Up to 12 months or until you clear them. |
| Examples | language_pref, currency, region_code. |
🔹 Performance / Analytics Cookies
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| What they do | Collect anonymous data about how visitors use our site: which pages are popular, error rates, and load times. |
| Are they optional? | ✅ Yes – you can opt out. |
| Consent needed? | ⚠️ No explicit consent if used solely for aggregate statistics (per February 2026 ICO guidance). However, we must offer a clear way to object. |
| How long they stay | Typically 24 months (depending on the analytics provider). |
| Examples | Google Analytics (anonymised IP), internal performance metrics. |
🔹 Targeting / Marketing Cookies
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| What they do | Show you relevant ads on other websites, limit ad frequency, and measure campaign success. Placed by advertising partners. |
| Are they optional? | ✅ Yes – entirely optional. |
| Consent needed? | ✅ Explicit consent is always required before we place these. |
| Data sharing | Your data may be transferred to third‑party providers outside the UK (e.g., USA), which may have different protection standards. |
| How long they stay | Varies by provider (typically 30–90 days for retargeting). |
| Examples | Facebook Pixel, Google Ads remarketing tags, Bing Ads. |
How We Obtain Your Consent – The Consent Flow
We follow a clear, user‑friendly process:
| Step | Action | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | On your first visit, a cookie banner appears at the bottom of the screen. | |
| 2. | The banner gives you two equally prominent options: ✅ “Accept All” | ❌ “Reject Non‑Essential” |
| 3. | You can also click “Customise Settings” to choose which categories (Preference, Analytics, Marketing) you accept. | |
| 4. | Your choice is saved for 6 months (shelf life). After that, or if you clear your browser cache, we will ask again. | |
| 5. | You can change your mind at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in our website footer. | |
| 6. | If you withdraw consent, we stop placing non‑essential cookies within 24 hours. |
Third‑Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by external services we use to enhance your experience. Here is a list of the main ones:
| Third Party | Purpose | Cookie Category | More Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Analyse site traffic and usage | Performance | Google Privacy Policy |
| Google Ads | Display relevant ads & measure campaigns | Marketing | Google Ads Settings |
| Facebook / Meta | Retargeting and social media advertising | Marketing | Meta Privacy Policy |
| Stripe / PayPal | Secure payment processing | Strictly Necessary | Their respective privacy policies |
We do not control these third parties’ data practices. Please review their policies for full details.
Your Rights and How to Control Cookies
You have several ways to manage cookies:
| Method | How It Works |
|---|---|
| Our Cookie Settings | Click the “Manage Cookies” link in the footer of every page to update your preferences instantly. |
| Browser Controls | Most browsers let you block or delete cookies via their settings. Below are links to popular browsers: • Chrome • Firefox • Edge • Safari |
| Third‑Party Opt‑Outs | For Google and Facebook, you can use their dedicated ad preference tools. |
| Do Not Track | Our site respects your browser’s “Do Not Track” setting where possible. |
⚠️ Important: Disabling all cookies may break core functionality like your shopping cart and checkout.
Updates to This Policy
We keep this policy under regular review.
We may update it to reflect changes in law, technology, or our business.
If we make significant changes, we will:
Update the “Last Updated” date at the top.
Display a notice banner on our website for 14 days.
We encourage you to check this page periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or your data, please get in touch:
| Contact Method | Details |
|---|---|
| info@caravanautoshop.co.uk | |
| Phone | +44 7882 723165 |
| Postal Address | 52, Arrotshole Rd, East Kilbride, Glasgow G74 5DN |
You also have the right to raise a concern with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO):
Website: www.ico.org.uk
Helpline: 0303 123 1113
📎 Quick Reference – Cookie Dashboard
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Consent Needed | Can Disable? | Typical Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Core site functions | ❌ No | ❌ No | Session / few hours |
| Preference | Remember choices | ✅ Yes* | ✅ Yes | Up to 12 months |
| Analytics | Anonymous usage stats | ⚠️ Opt‑out | ✅ Yes | Up to 24 months |
| Marketing | Personalised ads | ✅ Yes | ✅ Yes | 30–90 days |
*Unless essential to a service you explicitly requested.
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