1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how loafandbox (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on www.loafandbox.com (the “Website”) to recognise you when you visit. It details what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website operators to make websites work efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information.

Cookies set by the website operator (in this case, loafandbox) are called “first-party cookies”. Cookies set by parties other than the website operator are called “third-party cookies”. Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality to be provided on or through the Website.

3. Your Consent and Cookie Choices

In compliance with European regulations (including the GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive), non-essential cookies will only be placed on your device if you provide your explicit consent by clicking the “Accept” button on our cookie banner.

You retain the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your preferences through our cookie banner upon your initial visit or by modifying your browser settings at any time.

4. Categories of Cookies We Use

We utilise the following categories of cookies on the Website:

Strictly Necessary Cookies: These cookies are essential for the Website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation and access to secure areas of the Website. The Website cannot operate correctly without these cookies.
Performance and Analytics Cookies: These cookies collect information regarding how visitors interact with the Website, such as which pages are visited most frequently. All data collected is aggregated and processed anonymously.
Third-Party Processing Cookies (Stripe): We utilise third-party cookies managed by Stripe to process transactions and support payment infrastructure. Stripe places cookies to assist with fraud prevention, transaction authentication, and payment processing functionality. These cookies are governed by Stripe’s respective privacy policies.

5. Cookie Retention Periods

Cookies stored on your device have varying retention periods in accordance with European data protection standards:

Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and expire automatically once you close your browser or leave the Website.
Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device until you manually delete them or they reach their predetermined expiration date. Persistent cookies used on our Website typically remain active for a period ranging from 30 days up to 2 years, depending on their specific technical function and regulatory guidelines.

6. How to Control Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. If you wish to restrict or block cookies set by the Website, you can adjust your browser settings accordingly. The “Help” menu within your browser provides specific instructions on managing cookies.

Please note that restricting certain cookies may impact the functionality of specific features on the Website.

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory developments. Please review this page regularly to stay informed regarding our data practices.

8. Contact Us

If you have any enquiries regarding our use of cookies or related technologies, please contact us at:
Email: internal@loafandbox.com
* Website: www.loafandbox.com