Cookie PolicyThis Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies on our website https://www.gatesgardencentre.co.uk and https://gatesfarmshop.co.uk . By accessing or using our websites, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.1. What Are Cookies?Cookies are small pieces of data stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile device) when you visit a website. Cookies serve various functions, such as remembering your preferences, improving your browsing experience, and helping us to analyse how you interact with our website.2. How We Use CookiesWe use cookies for the following purposes:Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the proper functioning of our website and enable you to use its features. They help with tasks such as accessing secure areas, maintaining your shopping cart, and processing payments. Analytical and Performance Cookies: Analytical cookies enable us to gather data regarding the way visitors utilise our website. This data helps us understand user behaviour, identify areas for improvement, and optimise the Website’s performance. We use these cookies to generate anonymous statistical data that does not personally identify you. Functional Cookies: Functional cookies allow the website to remember your choices and preferences (such as language or region selection) to provide a more personalised experience. Marketing and Advertising Cookies: We may use marketing and advertising cookies to deliver relevant advertisements and promotional content based on your interests and browsing activities on our website. These cookies also help us measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.3. Third-Party CookiesWe may allow third-party service providers, such as analytics and advertising companies, to place cookies on your device while you interact with our website. These companies may use cookies to collect information about your visits to our website and other websites, which they may combine with other data to deliver targeted advertising or improve their services.4. Managing CookiesMany web browsers offer options to manage cookies through their settings. Typically, you can adjust your browser preferences to either reject cookies or receive notifications when a cookie is being sent. However, it’s essential to be aware that choosing to block or delete cookies might affect your browsing experience on our website and restrict access to certain functionalities.To learn more about managing cookies, visit your browser’s help menu for more information.Chrome Internet Explorer Firefox Safari Edge Opera5. Changes to This Cookie PolicyOur Cookie Policy may be periodically updated to align with changes in the cookies we utilise or for other operational, legal, or regulatory purposes. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies, as well as our Privacy Policy to understand when, how and why we collect your personal data.6. Contact UsIf you have any questions or concerns about our Cookie Policy or how we use cookies on our website, please contact us at info@gatesgardencentre.co.ukThis Cookie Policy was last updated on 24th July 2023.