Effective Date: 25th October 2024


House of Linn ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, https://www.houseoflinn.com/ (the "Site"), to provide a more personalized and efficient experience. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your rights to control their use.


By continuing to browse or use our Site, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy.



1. What Are Cookies?


Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device, store preferences, and enhance your browsing experience. Cookies may either be session-based (temporary and deleted once you close your browser) or persistent (remain on your device for a set period or until deleted).



2. Types of Cookies We Use


We use the following categories of cookies on our Site:


a. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our Site and enable core functionality, such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, certain services on our Site may not function correctly.


Examples:


Remembering your shopping cart items.

Allowing you to log in to secure areas of the Site.


b. Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use this information to improve the performance and functionality of our Site.


Examples:


Gathering data on which pages are visited most frequently.

Monitoring site traffic and performance.

c. Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow us to remember your preferences and settings (such as language preferences) to provide a more personalized experience.


Examples:


Remembering your login details for future visits.

Saving your preferences for viewing certain content on our Site.


d. Targeting/Advertising Cookies

We use these cookies to display relevant ads to you based on your interests, both on our Site and across the internet. They track your browsing habits and help us measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.


Examples:


Showing personalized ads on social media or other websites.

Limiting the number of times you see an ad.


e. Third-Party Cookies

We may also allow third-party service providers (such as analytics services or advertising networks) to place cookies on your device to gather information about your online activity on our Site and other websites.


Examples:


Google Analytics to track and report website traffic.

Social media sharing buttons that track user behavior across websites.



3. How We Use Cookies


We use cookies to:


Provide essential functionality on our Site.

Improve your browsing experience by remembering your preferences.

Analyze traffic patterns and site usage to improve performance.

Provide targeted marketing and advertising to deliver relevant content.

Enable third-party services (such as social media sharing and analytics tools).



4. Your Choices Regarding Cookies

You have several options for controlling and managing cookies on your device:


a. Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to manage cookie settings through their preferences. You can typically:


  • Delete all cookies.
  • Block all cookies.
  • Accept only certain types of cookies.
  • Receive a notification before a cookie is stored.
  • Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our Site, and you may not be able to access some features.


b. Third-Party Opt-Out Mechanisms

To opt out of certain types of tracking or interest-based advertising, you can visit:


Google Analytics Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) Opt-Out: https://www.networkadvertising.org/choices/

Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) Opt-Out: https://www.aboutads.info/choices/


c. Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that allows you to signal your preferences regarding tracking by websites. Our Site does not currently respond to DNT signals.



5. Third-Party Cookies and Analytics


We use third-party service providers, such as Google Analytics, to help analyze how users interact with our Site. These third-party cookies collect information such as your IP address, browser type, device type, and browsing activities.


For more information on how Google Analytics collects and processes data, please visit https://policies.google.com/technologies/partner-sites.


6. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.


7. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us at:


House of Linn

Email: info@houseoflinn.com

Phone: +44 (0) 161 766 4837

Registered Office: Peine House, Hind Hill Street, Heywood 0L10 1JZ.