Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 9 July 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Stikaroo ("we", "our", "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit www.stikaroo.co.uk.

We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR), the Data Protection Act 2018, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge that cookies may be used in accordance with this policy and your cookie preferences.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, tablet or mobile device when you visit a website.

Cookies help websites:

• Remember your preferences
• Keep your shopping basket active
• Improve website performance
• Provide security
• Analyse website usage
• Personalise your experience
• Deliver relevant advertising (where consent has been given)

Cookies cannot access files stored on your device and do not contain viruses or malicious software.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website.

Without them, many website functions would not work correctly.

Examples include:

• Shopping basket functionality
• Secure checkout
• Customer login
• Fraud prevention
• Website security
• Load balancing
• Session management

These cookies cannot be disabled through our cookie settings because they are required for the website to function.

Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website.

They collect anonymous information including:

• Number of visitors
• Pages visited
• Time spent on pages
• Navigation paths
• Device types
• Browser information
• Website performance
• Error reporting

This information helps us improve our website and customer experience.

We may use services including:

• Google Analytics
• Google Search Console
• Shopify Analytics

Analytics cookies are only placed where required after you provide consent.

Functional Cookies

These cookies remember choices you make to improve your experience.

Examples include:

• Remembering cookie preferences
• Saving language or region settings
• Remembering recently viewed products
• Personalising website features

These cookies make using our website more convenient.

Marketing & Advertising Cookies

Marketing cookies help us display advertisements that are relevant to you.

These cookies may:

• Measure advertising effectiveness
• Track visits from advertisements
• Build audiences for advertising campaigns
• Limit the number of times advertisements are shown

We may use advertising platforms including:

• Google Ads
• Google Shopping
• Meta (Facebook & Instagram)
• Pinterest
• TikTok

Marketing cookies are only used where you have provided consent.

4. Shopify Cookies

Our website is built using Shopify.

Shopify uses essential cookies to provide services including:

• Shopping cart functionality
• Secure checkout
• Customer accounts
• Fraud detection
• Payment processing
• Website security

For more information about Shopify cookies, please visit Shopify's Privacy Policy.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are placed by trusted third-party providers that deliver services through our website.

These may include:

• Google
• Shopify
• Meta
• Pinterest
• TikTok
• YouTube
• Vimeo
• Payment providers
• Live chat services (if enabled)

We do not control how third-party providers use their own cookies.

Please refer to their individual privacy policies for further information.

6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit our website you will be asked to choose your cookie preferences.

You can choose to:

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

You can change your preferences at any time by using the cookie settings available on our website.

7. Browser Controls

Most web browsers allow you to:

• View cookies
• Delete cookies
• Block cookies
• Receive notifications before cookies are stored

Useful browser support pages include:

• Google Chrome
• Microsoft Edge
• Safari
• Mozilla Firefox

Please note that blocking essential cookies may prevent parts of our website from functioning correctly.

8. How Long Cookies Are Stored

Cookies remain on your device for different periods depending on their purpose.

Session Cookies

These are automatically deleted when you close your browser.

Persistent Cookies

These remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted.

Retention periods vary depending on the cookie.

9. Personal Data

Some cookies may collect information that can be considered personal data under UK GDPR.

Where this occurs, the information is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

We only collect and process personal information where we have a lawful basis for doing so.

10. International Transfers

Some third-party service providers may process information outside the United Kingdom.

Where this occurs, appropriate safeguards are used to protect your information in accordance with applicable data protection legislation.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

• Changes in legislation
• New technologies
• Website improvements
• New services
• Changes to our cookie usage

The latest version will always be published on this page.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Cookie Policy or how cookies are used on our website, please contact us.

Stikaroo

Website: https://www.stikaroo.co.uk

Email: hello@stikaroo.co.uk

We will be happy to answer any questions regarding your privacy or cookie preferences.

 

13. Cookie Declaration

The table below provides information about the cookies that may be used on our website. The exact cookies stored on your device will depend on how you use the website and whether you have accepted optional cookies.

Cookie	Provider	Category	Purpose	Duration
_shopify_y	Shopify	Essential	Tracks visitor behaviour to support analytics and improve the shopping experience.	1 year
_shopify_s	Shopify	Essential	Identifies a browsing session.	30 minutes
_shopify_sa_t	Shopify	Analytics	Marketing and referral attribution.	30 minutes
_shopify_sa_p	Shopify	Analytics	Marketing attribution.	30 minutes
_landing_page	Shopify	Functional	Remembers the page where you entered the website.	2 weeks
_orig_referrer	Shopify	Functional	Stores the original referring website.	2 weeks
cart	Shopify	Essential	Stores the contents of your shopping basket.	2 weeks
cart_sig	Shopify	Essential	Verifies the integrity of the shopping cart.	2 weeks
cart_ts	Shopify	Essential	Assists with secure checkout.	2 weeks
checkout	Shopify	Essential	Supports the checkout process.	Session
secure_customer_sig	Shopify	Essential	Identifies logged-in customers securely.	1 year
localization	Shopify	Functional	Stores country and language preferences.	1 year
_tracking_consent	Shopify	Essential	Records your cookie consent preferences.	1 year
_shopify_country	Shopify	Functional	Stores your selected country or region.	Session

Analytics Cookies

If you accept analytics cookies, the following services may place cookies on your device.

Cookie	Provider	Purpose	Duration
_ga	Google Analytics	Distinguishes individual visitors.	2 years
_ga_*	Google Analytics	Stores session and visitor statistics.	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics	Distinguishes users.	24 hours

Marketing Cookies

If you consent to marketing cookies, the following platforms may place cookies on your device.

Provider	Purpose
Google Ads	Measures advertising performance and remarketing.
Google Shopping	Tracks conversions from shopping campaigns.
Meta (Facebook & Instagram)	Delivers personalised advertising and measures campaign performance.
Pinterest	Measures advertising effectiveness and remarketing.
TikTok	Tracks advertising performance and audience engagement.

Managing Your Preferences

You can update your cookie preferences at any time by using the Cookie Settings link available on our website. You may also manage cookies through your web browser settings.

Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of certain areas of our website, including shopping basket, checkout and account features.