Cookie Policy
The EU General Data Protection Regulation and the Privacy and Electronic Communication Regulations require website operators to inform web users if a website uses cookies and or similar technologies.
Cookies:
This website contains cookies. A cookie is a small file, typically of letters and numbers, downloaded on to a device when the user accesses certain websites. Cookies are then sent back to originating website on each future visit. Cookies are useful because they allow a website to recognize a user’s device. We use session cookies and persistent cookies.
Session cookies are temporary. They are only active when you open your browser and expire immediately when you exit your browser. Session cookies help to remember products that you have put in the shopping cart as you browse around the site. These cookies are also used to authenticate users and keep you logged in as you browse different pages around the website.
Persistent cookies are stored on your device in between browser sessions. They help the website to remember user preferences and choices when using a site including for example preferred language or display preferences.
We also use third party services to track website usage, these include Google Analytics and Facebook and Pinterest pixels. These third party services may set third party cookies which track and measure visitor behaviour. Please be aware that our cookies do not collect any personal information or install any program on your device.
Third-party cookies:
Our website will set several types of third-party cookie. We don't control the setting of these cookies, so you might like to check the third-party website for more information about their cookies and how to manage them.
The third party cookies which may be set include:
Google Analytics – we use Google Analytics to collect data about website usage. This data does not include personally identifiable information. You can view the Google Privacy Policy here: http://www.google.com/policies/privacy/
Jetpack – we use Jetpack for our blog comments and comments subscriptions. You can view Jetpack’s Privacy Policy here: https://jetpack.me/support/privacy/
AddThis – the AddThis cookie is used when you use the social sharing service on our website to share a link to social media sites such as Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, etc. You can read the AddThis Privacy Policy here: http://www.addthis.com/privacy/privacy-policy.
Facebook Pixels – we use Facebook Pixels to retarget website users for occasional Facebook advertisements. This means that if you browse our website, you’re more likely to see our Facebook ads. You can view the Facebook Privacy Policy here: https://www.facebook.com/policy.php
Pinterest Pixels – we use Pinterest Pixels to retarget website users for Pinterest ads. This means that if you browse our website, you’re more likely to see our Pinterest promoted pins. You can view the Pinterest Privacy Policy here: https://policy.pinterest.com/privacy-policy
Akismet – we use Akismet to block spam and suspicious comments (including suspicious IP addresses). You can view the Akismet terms of service here: https://akismet.com/tos/
Controlling Cookies
When you visit the site, you will be notified of the presence of cookies. By continuing to use our website, you are deemed to consent to the use of those cookies. Please note that you have the option to control cookies by configuring your browser’s cookie settings. You can either block and/or delete cookies that have been placed on your device. You can also choose to receive cookies only from specific websites. Please note that by blocking or clearing all cookies from katehadfielddesigns.com you may not be able to access all or parts of our site. To learn more about cookies, please visit http://www.allaboutcookies.org/
