Cookies Policy
Last updated: July 14, 2025
Book of Barbering (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your experience, analyze site usage, and provide personalized content. This policy explains what cookies are, which ones we use, why, and how you can control them.
1. What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences (e.g., language, login) and track how you use the site. Cookies do not usually contain personal information, though we may link them to personal data you’ve provided. (Cytrio)
2. Types of Cookies We Use
| Category | Type | Who Sets It | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | Session / Persistent | First-party | Enable core site functions (login, cart); cannot be disabled. |
| Preferences | Persistent | First-party | Save preferences like theme, language. |
| Analytics | Persistent | Third-party (e.g., Google Analytics) | Track site usage and UX improvements. |
| Marketing | Persistent | Third-party (e.g., Meta Pixel) | Provide personalized ads and measure campaigns. |
| Social Media | Persistent | Third-party | Enable social sharing and embedded content. |
3. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for:
- Ensuring essential site functionality
- Remembering your preferences
- Analyzing traffic to improve our content and user experience
- Offering relevant promotions (only with your consent)
- Powering social sharing tools (only with your consent)
4. Legal Basis
- Essential cookies are covered under legitimate interest (necessary for site use).
- All other cookies (analytics, marketing, social) require your explicit consent—obtained via our pop-up banner. (Cytrio, Termly)
5. Your Choices & Managing Cookies
You can manage or delete cookies anytime:
- Click the cookie settings link in our banner to adjust your preferences.
- Or, control cookies via your browser settings (delete/reject cookies). For example:
- Chrome: support.google.com/…/32050
- Safari: apple cookies
Please note: Disabling cookies may limit some site features.
6. Third-Party Cookies
We use trusted third parties (like Google Analytics, Meta, etc.) whose cookies are subject to their privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their terms for more details. (thegroomingbarn.co.uk, General Data Protection Regulation, Termly)
7. Policy Updates
This policy is reviewed and updated at least annually. Any changes take effect on the “Last updated” date above.
8. Contact Us
For questions about this Cookies Policy, please contact:
Email: khamis@bookofbarbering.com
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- Clear headings & table – easy to dig through
- Concise – covers GDPR/CCPA essentials in fewer than 600 words
- Updated – dated 2025 to show regulatory compliance
- Control-focused – emphasizes consent and user control
- Actionable links – directs users to browser-specific settings
- Third-party transparency – notes external tracking
Next steps to enhance compliance and SEO impact:
- Link this policy in your footer under “Cookies Policy.”
- Ensure your cookie banner links directly to this page.
- Run annual scans for new cookies via a consent tool (e.g., CookieYes or Termly). (cookieyes.com, Termly, Cytrio, Termly)
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