Cookie Policy

Stylecraft Yarns (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on https://www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk/ (“the Site”) to improve your experience and help us understand how the Site is used. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage them.

By using our Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy, except where required by law to obtain prior consent (for non-essential cookies).

1. What are cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. They help websites remember your preferences, improve functionality, and provide information about how visitors interact with the Site. Cookies do not give us access to your computer or any personal information beyond what you choose to share.

2. Categories of cookies

We use the following types of cookies:

a) Necessary/Essential Cookies
These cookies are required for the Site to function and cannot be disabled. They include:

  • Remembering login sessions and security settings.
  • Ensuring notifications are displayed only once.

b) Analytics/Functional Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the Site, so we can improve content and usability. They include:

  • Tracking pages visited, time spent, and interaction with pages.
  • Analysing how users arrived at the Site.

We use Google Analytics to collect this information. All data is anonymous and does not identify you personally.

c) Marketing/Advertising Cookies
Currently, we do not use marketing cookies to track visitors across websites or serve targeted ads.

3. Cookie consent

Non-essential cookies (analytics, marketing) will not be placed on your device without your consent. When you first visit our Site, you will see a cookie banner asking you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Manage your cookie preferences

You can change or withdraw consent at any time via your browser settings or by clicking the cookie settings link on the Site.

4. Managing and disabling cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. You can delete existing cookies, block cookies, or be notified when a cookie is set. Please note that some parts of the Site may not function correctly if cookies are disabled.

For guidance, see the ICO website: https://ico.org.uk/for-the-public/online/cookies/

5. Cookie duration

  • Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser.
  • Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a specified period (e.g., Google Analytics cookies may last up to 2 years).

6. Third-party cookies

Some cookies may be set by third-party services we use, such as Google Analytics, to monitor Site performance. These services are subject to their own privacy policies and handle data in accordance with UK GDPR.

7. Updates to this policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the revised “Last updated” date. Please check this page periodically to stay informed.

8. Contact us

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

Stylecraft Yarns
Website: https://www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk/
Email: info@stylecraftltd.co.uk
Address: Spectrum Yarns, Spa Mill, New Street, Slaithwaite, HD7 5BB
Telephone: 01484 848435