Cookie Policy
INTRODUCTION
This Cookie Policy explains how The Fine Jewellery Company, a trading name of Margarlit Ltd (Company No. 12653414), uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.
By continuing to browse our website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you choose to disable them via our cookie settings.
WHAT ARE COOKIES?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information to the site owner.
TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE
We use the following categories of cookies:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and cannot be switched off.
They are typically set in response to actions such as:
· Logging into your account
· Adding items to your basket
· Completing a purchase
Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.
Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information.
They allow us to:
· Measure website traffic
· Analyse which pages are most popular
· Improve site performance
Examples:
· Google Analytics
These cookies are only used with your consent.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation.
They may remember:
· Your preferences
· Your location
· Language settings
Disabling these may affect your experience on the website.
Targeting & Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to:
· Deliver relevant advertisements
· Track browsing behaviour across websites
· Measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns
They may be set by us or third-party advertising partners.
THIRD-PARTY COOKIES
We may allow third-party services to place cookies on your device, including:
· Shopify Inc. (website functionality and checkout)
· Google Analytics (performance tracking)
· Payment providers (e.g. PayPal, Klarna)
· Marketing and advertising platforms (e.g. Meta, Google Ads)
These providers may process your data in accordance with their own privacy policies.
LEGAL BASIS FOR USING COOKIES
Under the UK GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), we rely on:
· Strictly necessary cookies – legitimate interest (no consent required)
· All other cookies – your explicit consent
MANAGING YOUR COOKIE PREFERENCES
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to:
· Accept all cookies
· Reject non-essential cookies
· Customise your preferences
You can update your preferences at any time via our Cookie Settings link.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings.
HOW LONG COOKIES ARE STORED
Cookies may be stored for different durations:
· Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
· Persistent cookies – remain on your device until they expire or are deleted
CHANGES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page.
CONTACT US
The Fine Jewellery Company
A trading name of Margarlit Ltd (Company No. 12653414)
Registered Office:
Crown House, 151 High Road, Loughton, Essex, England, IG10 4LG
Email: info@thefinejewellerycompany.com