Cookies Policy for Hemm Bookshop
Hemm Bookshop ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and personalize content. This Cookies Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.
By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you opt out.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, login details, and browsing behavior to improve functionality and user experience.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies:
Essential Cookies
Necessary for the website to function properly (e.g., shopping cart, login sessions).Performance & Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors interact with our site (e.g., Google Analytics).Functionality Cookies
Remember your preferences such as language, region, or display settings.Advertising & Targeting Cookies
Used to deliver relevant ads and measure campaign effectiveness. These may be set by third-party services.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies may be placed by third-party services integrated into our website, such as payment gateways, social media plugins, or analytics providers. These third parties may collect data independently and are governed by their own privacy policies.
5. Consent and Control
Under Kenya’s Data Protection Act (DPA), we are required to obtain your explicit, informed, and freely given consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device
You can manage your cookie preferences through:
- Our cookie consent banner when you first visit the site.
- Your browser settings, where you can block or delete cookies.
- Opt-out links provided in third-party cookie disclosures.
6. Data Collected via Cookies
Cookies may collect the following types of data:
- Device information (browser type, operating system)
- IP address
- Browsing behavior (pages visited, time spent)
- Login status and session identifiers
We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal data.
7. Cookie Duration
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (e.g., 30 days to 1 year) unless deleted manually.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. We encourage you to review it periodically.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact: Hemm Bookshop