Cookie Policy
The Studio Bookshop
Last updated: 29 January 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how The Studio Bookshop (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect and use personal data.
By using our website, you agree to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time (see Managing Cookies below).
- What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.
Cookies may be set by us (“first-party cookies”) or by third parties whose services we use (“third-party cookies”).
- Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on The Studio Bookshop website:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website and online shop. They enable core functionality such as:
- Adding items to your basket
- Completing the checkout process
- Processing payments securely
- Maintaining site security
Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and how users move through the site.
We use this information to improve the design, content, and performance of the website. For example, we may use tools such as Google Analytics or similar services.
The data collected is aggregated and does not directly identify individual users.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember your preferences, such as:
- Language or region
- Cookie consent choices
They help provide a smoother and more personalised browsing experience.
Marketing and Advertising Cookies (if used in future)
If we run marketing or advertising campaigns in the future, these cookies may be used to:
- Measure the effectiveness of campaigns
- Show relevant promotions or advertisements
Examples may include services such as Meta (Facebook) Pixel or Google Ads. These cookies will only be used where you have given consent.
- Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed on your device by third-party services we use, including:
- Analytics providers (e.g. Google Analytics)
- Payment providers (to enable secure checkout and transactions)
- Embedded content or social media tools (if present on the site)
These third parties may collect information about your online activity across different websites. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing the relevant third-party privacy and cookie policies for further information.
- How Long Cookies Stay on Your Device
- Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them manually.
- Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Use the cookie consent banner on our website to accept or reject non-essential cookies
- Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies
- Opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of the website or online shop.
- Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or how we operate the website. Any updates will be posted on this page with an updated “last revised” date.
- Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Address:
Acanthus Media & Publishing
St Andrew’s Castle
33 St Andrew’s St. South
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk, IP33 3PH
Email: hello@thestudiobookshop.co.uk