Cookie Policy

Effective Date:

Last Updated: 24/7/25

This Cookie Policy explains how Virtually Hebden ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website [www.virtuallyhebdenbridge.com].

By continuing to browse or use our site, you agree to our use of cookies as described below — unless you change your preferences or disable cookies in your browser.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, improve user experience, and analyse site performance.

Cookies can be:

  • First-party: Set by the website you’re visiting
  • Third-party: Set by a different domain (e.g. Stripe, Google)

2. What Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies:

a) Essential Cookies

These are required for the site to function properly (e.g. shopping cart, login, navigation).

Example: Session cookies to keep you logged in.

b) Performance & Analytics Cookies

Used to understand how visitors interact with the site.

Example: Google Analytics — helps us improve speed, layout, and experience.

c) Functionality Cookies

Help personalise your experience (e.g. remembering your preferences or recently viewed items).

d) Marketing Cookies (if applicable)

Used to deliver relevant ads or track campaign performance via platforms like Meta or Instagram.

3. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted services like:

  • Stripe (for secure payments)
  • Google Analytics (to improve performance)
  • Meta/Facebook Pixel (for ad targeting, only with consent)

These services may place cookies on your device. Each has its own privacy policy.

4. Your Cookie Choices

When you first visit the site, you’ll see a cookie banner allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customise your preferences

You can also manage cookies through your browser settings at any time.

5. How to Disable Cookies (Browser-Level)

Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. See guides here:

Disabling some cookies may impact site functionality.

6. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or your data privacy, please contact:

virtuallyhebden@gmail.com