Cookie Consent Policy

1. Purpose

This Cookie Consent Policy explains how FARM & TABLE LTD obtains, records, manages and reviews consent for the use of cookies and similar technologies on farmandtable.co.uk.

The Company is committed to complying with UK data protection and privacy legislation while ensuring visitors have clear information and meaningful control over the cookies placed on their devices.

2. Scope

This Policy applies to:

• farmandtable.co.uk
• All landing pages operated by FARM & TABLE LTD
• Customer account pages
• Checkout pages
• Marketing landing pages
• Employees, contractors and third-party suppliers responsible for website management
• Third-party technologies integrated into our website

3. Legal Framework

This Policy has been prepared in accordance with:

• UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR)
• Data Protection Act 2018
• Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR)
• Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) guidance relating to cookies and similar technologies

The Policy will be reviewed whenever significant legislative or regulatory changes occur.

4. Policy Statement

FARM & TABLE LTD will only place non-essential cookies on a visitor’s device after valid consent has been obtained.

Consent must be:

• Freely given.
• Specific.
• Informed.
• Unambiguous.
• Capable of being withdrawn at any time.

Visitors must not be forced to accept non-essential cookies in order to browse the website or purchase products.

5. Cookie Categories

The Company categorises cookies as follows.

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the website and include functions such as:

• Shopping basket management.
• Customer login.
• Checkout security.
• Fraud prevention.
• Website security.
• Session management.
• Cookie preference storage.

These cookies do not require consent.

Functional Cookies

Functional cookies improve the customer experience by remembering user preferences such as language, region and accessibility settings.

Consent will be obtained where required by law.

Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how customers use the website.

Examples may include:

• Google Analytics.
• Microsoft Clarity.
• Cloudflare Analytics.

Analytics cookies are only activated after consent has been obtained.

Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies help us measure advertising effectiveness and improve the relevance of promotions.

Examples may include cookies associated with:

• Google Ads.
• Meta (Facebook and Instagram).
• Pinterest.
• TikTok.
• Affiliate marketing platforms.

Marketing cookies require prior consent.

6. Cookie Banner

Visitors will be presented with a cookie banner on their first visit to the website.

The banner will provide the option to:

• Accept all cookies.
• Reject non-essential cookies.
• Manage cookie preferences.

The design of the banner will not encourage or pressure visitors towards any particular choice.

7. Recording Consent

Where technically possible, the Company will maintain records of cookie consent decisions.

These records may include:

• Date and time of consent.
• Cookie preferences selected.
• Website version.
• Cookie banner version.
• Anonymous consent identifier.

These records assist in demonstrating compliance with applicable legislation.

8. Withdrawing Consent

Visitors may change or withdraw their cookie preferences at any time.

The website will include an accessible method for reviewing and updating cookie choices, such as a “Cookie Settings” link.

Withdrawal of consent will not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before consent was withdrawn.

9. Consent Management Platform

The Company will use an appropriate Consent Management Platform (CMP) or equivalent solution to:

• Display cookie banners.
• Prevent non-essential cookies from loading before consent.
• Store consent records.
• Enable customers to update their preferences.
• Support ongoing legal compliance.

The CMP will be reviewed periodically to ensure continued effectiveness.

10. Third-Party Technologies

Third-party suppliers that place cookies through our website should operate in accordance with applicable privacy legislation.

Examples include:

• Payment providers.
• Analytics providers.
• Marketing platforms.
• Customer review platforms.
• Live chat services.
• Embedded video providers.

The Company will take reasonable steps to ensure that third-party integrations are reviewed before implementation.

11. Cookie Audits

Cookie audits will be carried out:

• At least annually.
• Following major website changes.
• Before introducing new tracking technologies.
• Following significant legal or regulatory changes.

The purpose of each audit is to identify:

• New cookies.
• Redundant cookies.
• Incorrect classifications.
• Compliance issues.

12. Responsibilities

Directors

The Directors are responsible for ensuring appropriate governance arrangements exist for cookie compliance.

Website Administrators

Website administrators are responsible for:

• Maintaining the cookie banner.
• Updating cookie categories.
• Monitoring third-party integrations.
• Maintaining consent records where applicable.

Employees and Contractors

Anyone introducing new website functionality or third-party software must ensure that cookie implications are assessed before implementation.

13. Training

Relevant personnel responsible for website management should receive periodic awareness training covering:

• Cookie legislation.
• Consent requirements.
• Privacy obligations.
• Website compliance.
• Data protection.

14. Monitoring and Compliance

Compliance with this Policy will be monitored through:

• Website reviews.
• Cookie scans.
• Internal compliance checks.
• Third-party supplier reviews.
• Governance reporting where appropriate.

Where issues are identified, corrective action will be taken promptly.

15. Related Documents

This Policy should be read alongside:

• Privacy Policy.
• Cookie Policy.
• Website Terms of Use.
• Online Sales Terms & Conditions.
• Data Protection Policy (if adopted).
• Information Security Policy (if adopted).

16. Policy Review

This Policy will be reviewed:

• Annually.
• Following changes in legislation.
• Following significant website updates.
• Following ICO guidance updates.
• Where improvements are identified through internal review.

17. Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this Policy or our use of cookies, please contact:

FARM & TABLE LTD

105 High Street

Brentwood

Essex

CM14 4RR

Telephone: 07432 689620

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://farmandtable.co.uk