Cookie Policy
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device and remember information about your visit, such as your language preferences or items in your shopping cart.
Cookies are set by the website you are visiting (first-party cookies) or by third-party services the website uses (third-party cookies). They may be session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (stored on your device for a set period).
2. How We Use Cookies
Street Icon Studio Ltd uses cookies on streeticon.co.uk to:
- Ensure the website functions correctly (essential operation)
- Remember your shopping cart and session information
- Understand how visitors use our website (analytics)
- Deliver relevant advertising and measure ad performance (marketing)
- Personalise your experience and remember your preferences
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies — these are essential for the website to operate. They cannot be disabled. They include:
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| woocommerce_cart_hash | Street Icon (WooCommerce) | Stores a hash of cart contents to trigger cart updates | Session |
| woocommerce_items_in_cart | Street Icon (WooCommerce) | Indicates whether the cart has items | Session |
| wp_woocommerce_session_* | Street Icon (WooCommerce) | Manages your session and cart data | 2 days |
| wordpress_logged_in_* | Street Icon (WordPress) | Used to authenticate logged-in users | Session / 14 days |
| wordpress_sec_* | Street Icon (WordPress) | Security cookie for admin area | Session |
Analytics Cookies — these help us understand how visitors interact with our website. We use this data to improve our site. These cookies require your consent.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics (GA4) | Stores and counts page views | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users (short-term) | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
Marketing and Advertising Cookies — these are set by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites. These cookies require your consent.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Meta (Facebook/Instagram) | Facebook Pixel — tracks visits and conversions for ad targeting | 3 months |
| _fbc | Meta (Facebook/Instagram) | Stores last click attribution for Facebook Ads | 3 months |
| sc_anonymous_id | Snapchat | Snapchat Pixel — tracks visits for Snapchat ad targeting | 1 year |
| NID, IDE, DSID | Google Ads | Google remarketing and ad personalisation | 6 months – 2 years |
Functional Cookies — these remember your preferences and improve your experience. These cookies require your consent.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| sbjs_* | Sourcebuster (WooCommerce) | Tracks order attribution and traffic source data | 1 year |
4. Your Cookie Choices and Consent
Under the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and UK GDPR, we are required to obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Accept only essential cookies
- Manage your preferences by category
You may change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer of our website.
5. Managing Cookies in Your Browser
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies currently stored on your device
- Delete cookies individually or all at once
- Block cookies from specific websites or third parties
- Block all cookies (note: this may prevent some parts of our website from functioning correctly)
For guidance on managing cookies in your specific browser, visit:
6. Third-Party Cookies and Opt-Outs
You can opt out of third-party advertising and analytics cookies directly with the providers:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
- Google Ads: Google Ad Settings
- Meta / Facebook: Facebook Ad Preferences
- Snapchat: Snapchat Ad Preferences
- General opt-out (UK): Your Online Choices
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our use of cookies or regulatory requirements. We will update the date at the top of this page and, where the changes are significant, notify you via our cookie banner.
Questions About Cookies?
Street Icon Studio Ltd
Unit 117, Bradley Fold Trading Estate, Bolton BL2 6RT
Email: office@streeticon.co.uk
Website: streeticon.co.uk