Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Sparkling Twig ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://sparkling-twig.com.

This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

Cookies can be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (remain on your device until they expire or you delete them).

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

• Essential cookies: Enable core website functionality
• Analytics cookies: Help us understand how visitors use our website
• Marketing cookies: Allow us to show relevant advertisements
• Preference cookies: Remember your choices and settings

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for our website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
cookie-consent	Stores your cookie consent preferences	1 year
session-id	Maintains your session while browsing	Session

4.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website, allowing us to improve user experience.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
_ga	Google Analytics - distinguishes users	2 years
_ga_*	Google Analytics - session and campaign data	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics - distinguishes users	24 hours

4.3 Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your browsing habits to enable us to show advertising which is more likely to be of interest to you.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
_fbp	Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions	3 months
ads-preferences	Stores advertising preferences	1 year

4.4 Preference Cookies

These cookies remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalised features.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
language-preference	Remembers your language choice	1 year
theme-preference	Stores display preferences	1 year

5. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:

5.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyse website usage. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how visitors use our site.

Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

5.2 Social Media Platforms

Our website includes social media sharing buttons which may set cookies from:

• Facebook: Cookie Policy
• Twitter: Cookie Policy
• LinkedIn: Cookie Policy

6. Legal Basis for Using Cookies

We use cookies on the following legal bases:

• Strictly Necessary: Legitimate interest (essential for website functionality)
• Analytics: Legitimate interest (improving user experience)
• Marketing: Consent (obtained through cookie banner)
• Preference: Legitimate interest (enhancing user experience)

7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

7.1 Cookie Consent Management

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner allowing you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Accept only necessary cookies
• Customise your cookie settings

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.

7.2 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

7.3 Mobile Devices

For mobile browsers, cookie settings are typically found in:

• Settings or Preferences menu
• Privacy or Security section
• Website Data or Cookies section

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality:

• Necessary cookies: Website may not function properly
• Analytics cookies: We can't measure website performance
• Marketing cookies: Advertisements may be less relevant
• Preference cookies: Settings won't be remembered

9. Cookie Retention

We retain cookies for the periods specified in the tables above. Some cookies are deleted when you close your browser (session cookies), while others remain until their expiry date or until you delete them.

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. Material changes will be communicated through:

• Updated "Last updated" date
• Website notification
• Email notification for significant changes

11. Contact Information

If you have questions about our cookie practices: