Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 19 February 2026
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⚖️ Compliant with: UK PECR | EU ePrivacy Directive | UK GDPR | EU GDPR | Google Consent Mode v2 (mandatory from March 2024) |
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how TjsPets uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on TjsPets.co.uk. It provides clear information about what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can control or withdraw your preferences at any time. By continuing to browse, you consent to our use of strictly necessary cookies. All other cookies require your explicit, informed consent.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are used to make websites function properly, enhance your experience, and provide information to site owners.
• Session Cookies: Expire when you close your browser.
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device until they expire or you delete them.
• First-Party Cookies: Set directly by TjsPets.
• Third-Party Cookies: Set by trusted partners (e.g., Google, Meta/Facebook).
3. Legal Compliance (UK & EU)
• UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR)
• EU ePrivacy Directive (Directive 2002/58/EC as amended)
• UK GDPR & EU GDPR
• Google EU User Consent Policy & Google Consent Mode v2 (mandatory for all EU users since March 2024)
For strictly necessary cookies, no prior consent is required. For all other cookies (analytics, marketing, functional), we obtain your explicit, informed consent before placing them. You may withdraw consent as easily as you granted it.
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🔧 Google Consent Mode v2: We have implemented Google Consent Mode v2. Your consent preferences are automatically communicated to all Google services (GA4 and Google Ads). If you decline, Google operates in a privacy-safe, cookieless mode — no personal data is used for personalised advertising or tracking. |
4. Types of Cookies We Use
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Category |
Purpose |
Examples |
Duration |
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Strictly Necessary |
Essential for the website to function. Enable security, cart, and payment. Cannot be opted out. |
Shopping cart, login session, payment security, load balancing |
Session / Persistent |
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Functional |
Enhance experience by remembering preferences. Consent required. |
Currency selection, saved wishlist, recently viewed products |
Up to 1 year |
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Performance & Analytics |
Understand how visitors interact with our site. GA4 with automatic IP anonymisation. Consent required. |
Google Analytics 4 (GA4), Shopify Analytics |
Up to 2 years |
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Marketing & Targeting |
Deliver relevant ads, limit frequency, measure effectiveness. Subject to Google Consent Mode v2. Consent required. |
Facebook Pixel, Google Ads conversion tracking, retargeting |
Up to 90 days |
5. Third-Party Cookies & Data Processing Agreements
• Shopify Inc. (Data Processor): Essential platform cookies. DPA in place. shopify.com/legal/cookies
• Google Analytics 4 (GA4): Traffic analysis IP anonymised automatically. Data Processing Amendment completed with Google. policies.google.com/privacy
• Google Ads: Conversion tracking and remarketing, subject to Google Consent Mode v2. policies.google.com/technologies/ads
• Facebook (Meta) Pixel: Targeted advertising on Facebook/Instagram. Requires your consent. facebook.com/policy/cookies
• Payment Processors (Stripe, PayPal): Strictly necessary cookies for payment security and fraud prevention.
6. Google Analytics & IP Anonymisation
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4). GA4 automatically anonymises IP addresses no full IP addresses are stored or processed on our behalf by Google. We have executed a Data Processing Amendment (DPA) with Google as required for EU/UK compliance. We use Google Consent Mode v2: if you decline analytics cookies, GA4 operates in a privacy-safe mode using only aggregated, modelled data and does not collect or use your personal data.
7. Cookie Management & Consent
7.1 Consent Management Platform (CMP)
When you first visit TjsPets.co.uk, a cookie consent banner allows you to:
• Accept all cookies.
• Decline all non-essential cookies.
• Customise preferences by category.
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⚡ Withdrawing Consent: You can change or withdraw cookie preferences at any time by clicking 'Cookie Settings' in the footer. Withdrawal takes effect immediately non-essential cookies are removed within seconds. This is as easy as giving consent originally. |
7.2 Browser Controls
• Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data
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⚠️ If you disable cookies, some parts of our website may not function properly, including shopping cart and checkout features. |
7.3 Opt-Out of Targeted Advertising
• Google Ads: adssettings.google.com
• Facebook (Meta) Ad Preferences: facebook.com/adpreferences
• Your Online Choices (EU/UK): youronlinechoices.com/uk
• Network Advertising Initiative: optout.networkadvertising.org
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in our cookie use, legal requirements, or operational practices. Material changes will be communicated via website notice or email before taking effect.
9. Contact Us
• Email: contact@TjsPets.co.uk
• Phone: +44 7415 742035
• Post: 308 Stanningley Rd, Bramley, Leeds LS13 3EG, United Kingdom
This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.