Cookie Policy
How TBSM Collections+ uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience.
1. Introduction
TBSM Collections+ ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website to ensure the website functions correctly, improve user experience, understand how visitors interact with our website and help us improve our services.
This Cookie Policy explains:
- What cookies are
- Why we use them
- The types of cookies we may use
- How third parties may use cookies
- How you can manage your cookie preferences
Related Information
- This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, process and protect personal information.
- We process information in accordance with applicable UK data protection legislation, including the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, tablet or mobile device when you visit a website.
Cookies allow websites to recognise your device and remember certain information about your visit.
How Cookies Help Websites
- Function correctly
- Remember user preferences
- Improve security
- Understand visitor behaviour
- Improve website performance
Important Notes
- Cookies do not normally identify you directly by name, although some information collected through cookies may be considered personal data where it can be linked to an identifiable individual.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Cookies are generally divided into four categories.
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
- Essential for the operation of our website
- Allow visitors to navigate the website, submit forms, access secure areas, maintain website security, and ensure basic website functionality
- Cannot normally be disabled because they are necessary for the website to operate
- Do not require consent
3.2 Preference and Functionality Cookies
- Allow our website to remember choices you make
- Examples include remembering preferences, improving website functionality, and providing a more personalised experience
- May require consent depending on their purpose
3.3 Analytics Cookies
- Help us understand how visitors use our website
- May collect information such as number of visitors, pages viewed, time spent on the website, visitor journey, and website performance
- Help us improve website content, identify areas for improvement, and understand visitor needs
- Will only be used where appropriate consent has been provided
- Examples may include services such as Google Analytics
3.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies
- Help measure marketing activity and understand how users interact with promotional content
- May be used to measure campaign performance, track website visits from marketing activity, and provide more relevant content
- Will only be placed where appropriate consent has been provided
4. Cookies Used on Our Website
The exact cookies used on our website may vary depending on the services, plugins and technology implemented.
Your website developer should maintain an up-to-date cookie list.
Below is an example of cookies that may be used on our website:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _session_id | TBSM Collections+ | Website functionality & session management | Essential | Session |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Website analytics & visitor tracking | Analytics | 2 years |
| _ga_ID | Google Analytics | Analytics session tracking | Analytics | 2 years |
| theme_preference | TBSM Collections+ | User preference for dark/light mode | Functionality | 1 year |
| cookie_consent | TBSM Collections+ | Record of cookie consent choices | Essential | 1 year |
5. Third-Party Services
Our website is built using third-party services, plugins or tools that place cookies or process information.
- Website security providers
- Hosting providers
- Website analytics providers
- Form submission providers
- Customer relationship management tools
- Embedded content providers
- Marketing platforms
Our Approach
- We only use reputable service providers
- We will take reasonable steps to ensure appropriate privacy safeguards are in place
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed by third parties when you visit our website.
Third Parties May Include
- Analytics providers
- Website hosting providers
- Security providers
- Social media platforms
- Embedded content providers
Important Information
- These organisations may process information according to their own privacy policies
- We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of third-party providers where applicable
7. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you may see a cookie banner allowing you to manage your preferences.
Your Cookie Choices
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Select specific cookie categories
Non-Essential Cookies
- Non-essential cookies will only be placed where valid consent has been provided
8. How to Withdraw or Change Your Cookie Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Using the cookie preference settings available on our website
- Adjusting your browser settings
- Deleting stored cookies from your device
Browser Cookie Controls
- Most internet browsers allow you to control cookies through settings
- Please note that blocking certain cookies may affect website functionality
9. Browser Cookie Controls
You can manage cookies through your browser settings.
Most Browsers Allow You To
- View stored cookies
- Delete cookies
- Block cookies
- Receive warnings before cookies are placed
Additional Help
- Further information can usually be found in your browser's help section
10. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to ensure information collected through cookies is handled securely.
Our Security Measures
- Use appropriate technical and organisational measures to protect information
- Protect information from unauthorised access, loss, misuse, and unlawful processing
11. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes to our website
- New technology
- Changes to cookies used
- Legal or regulatory requirements
Updates
- Any updates will be published on this page with the revised date
12. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us using the contact details on our website.
Cookie Scan Report
A comprehensive cookie scan has been performed on this website to identify all cookies and tracking technologies in use. The cookie register above represents the main cookies identified. For a complete cookie audit report including third-party scripts and tracking pixels, please contact your web developer or IT team.
Regular cookie scans should be performed to ensure compliance with data protection regulations and this policy remains current.