This Cookie Policy explains how Whoa Mart (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on https://whoamart.co.uk. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
We use cookies in compliance with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly and provide information to site owners.
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies – stored on your device for a set period
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to ensure our website works correctly, improve performance, and personalise your experience.
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. They enable core features such as:
- Shopping basket and checkout
- Secure login and account access
- Fraud prevention and security
These cookies do not require consent.
Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting anonymous data such as:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the website
- Error messages
We only use these cookies with your consent.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences, such as:
- Language settings
- Login preferences
- Region or location settings
These improve your user experience and are used with your consent.
Marketing & Advertising Cookies
These cookies track browsing behaviour to help us display relevant products or advertisements.
They may be set by us or by third-party advertising partners. These cookies are only used with your consent.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services integrated into our website, such as:
- Payment providers
- Analytics services (e.g. website traffic analysis)
- Embedded content (videos, social media feeds)
These providers may collect data according to their own privacy policies.
4. Your Consent
When you first visit our website, you will be asked to accept or reject non-essential cookies through our cookie banner.
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences via the cookie settings link on our website.
5. Managing Cookies Through Your Browser
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete cookies
- Block cookies from certain websites
Please note that blocking essential cookies may affect website functionality.
6. How Long Cookies Are Stored
Cookies remain on your device for different periods depending on their purpose:
- Session cookies expire when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies remain until deleted or expired automatically
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect legal or operational changes. Updates will be posted on this page.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact:
📧 support@whoamart.co.uk
📞 +44 (0)7444 095033
💬 Live Chat available during support hours