Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences when you visit our website. It should be read together with our [Privacy Policy]. 

1. What Are Cookies? 

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, mobile) when you visit a website. They allow the site to recognise your device and store certain information about your preferences or actions. 

Cookies can be: 

  • Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser. 

  • Persistent cookies – remain until they expire or are deleted. 

  • First-party cookies – set directly by our website. 

  • Third-party cookies – set by external services (e.g. Google, Facebook, Shopify) 

2. How We Use Cookies 

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes: 

(a) Essential Cookies 

Required for the site to function properly (e.g. to enable shopping baskets, secure checkout, account login). Without these, you may not be able to use some parts of our website. 

(b) Performance & Analytics Cookies 

Help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g. which pages are most visited, how long people spend on them). This allows us to improve functionality and customer experience. We use tools such as Google Analytics and Shopify analytics. 

(c) Functionality Cookies 

Remember your preferences (such as language or region) and improve personalisation when browsing. 

(d) Marketing & Advertising Cookies 

Used to deliver relevant ads and promotions across the web and social media platforms. These include Facebook Pixel, Google Ads, Instagram, TikTok, and similar tracking tools. They allow us to measure the effectiveness of our campaigns and provide content tailored to your interests. 

(e) Social Media Cookies 

Enable you to share content via social media (e.g. “Like” or “Share” buttons). These platforms may set their own cookies when you interact with them. 

3. Third-Party Cookies 

Some cookies are placed by trusted third parties, including: 

  • Shopify – for online store functionality. 

  • Google Analytics – to analyse traffic and usage patterns. 

  • Facebook/Instagram Pixel – to deliver targeted advertising. 

  • Klarna/PayPal/Stripe – for payment processing. 

We have no control over third-party cookies. Please check the relevant third-party privacy/cookie policies for more information. 

4. Your Choices: Managing Cookies 

When you first visit our site, you will see a cookie banner giving you the option to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can also: 

  • Change your preferences at any time via your browser settings. 

  • Block cookies altogether (though some site functions may not work properly). 

  • Opt out of personalised advertising here: 

5. Updates 

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or how we use cookies. Updates will be posted on this page. 

6. Contact Us 

If you have any questions about how we use cookies, please contact us: 

Oracle Opticians Ltd (t/a Spectacle Designer Studio) 
18 Market Street, Shipley, West Yorkshire, BD18 3QD 
Email: Info@SpectacleDesignerStudio.com or Info@OracleOpticians.com 
Telephone: 01274 019892