Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Baines London (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, www.baineslondon.com (“Site”). By continuing to browse or use the Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you choose to disable them.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites operate, improve functionality, measure performance, and deliver a better, more personalised experience.

Cookies may be:

Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)
Persistent cookies (stored until expiry or deletion)
First-party cookies (set directly by us)
Third-party cookies (set by external providers such as analytics or social media tools)

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies

These cookies are required for the Site to function properly. They cannot be disabled through our website settings. They include:

Security and authentication cookies
Cookies that remember your privacy preferences
Cookies necessary for form submissions and navigation
Load-balancing and server-performance cookies

Purpose: To ensure basic website functionality, security, and a consistent browsing experience.

2.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies gather information about how visitors use the Site, such as:

Pages visited
Click behaviour
Session duration
Browser and device information

We may use third-party tools such as:

Google Analytics

Purpose: To understand user behaviour, improve website design, and monitor performance.

2.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to:

Remember user preferences
Store form inputs
Provide enhanced features and content

Purpose: To create a smoother and more personalised user experience.

2.4 Marketing & Advertising Cookies

These cookies track user activity to:

Deliver personalised advertisements
Measure advertising effectiveness
Support remarketing/retargeting campaigns

Examples include cookies from:

Social media platforms (Meta, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)
Advertising networks
Embedded media services (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo)

Purpose: To provide relevant advertising and measure campaign performance.

3. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be set by third-party providers when using our Site, such as:

Analytics platforms
Social media integrations
Embedded content providers
Advertising networks

We do not control these cookies.
Please refer to their individual cookie and privacy policies for more details.

4. Cookie Consent

Upon your first visit to the Site, you will see a cookie banner that:

Clearly outlines the types of cookies we use
Allows you to accept, reject, or customise cookie settings
Links to this Cookie Policy

You may withdraw or modify your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences or browser settings.

5. Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. You may:

Block all cookies
Block third-party cookies
Delete cookies already stored
Set your browser to notify you before cookies are placed

Please note:
Disabling certain cookies may impact website functionality and your user experience.

Browser instructions:

Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security
Safari: Preferences → Privacy
Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

6. How Long Cookies Are Stored

The storage duration varies:

Session cookies last only while your browser is open
Persistent cookies remain until their set expiry or until manually deleted

You can view cookie lifespans in your browser’s cookie settings.

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

Changes in technology
Changes to legal requirements
Updates to our business practices

Any updates will be displayed on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact:

Baines London
Email: baineslondonstationery@gmail.com