Cookie Policy
Last updated: 27 May 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how COLAN UK (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit https://www.colan-uk.net/.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve performance, remember your preferences, and provide information about how visitors use the site.
Cookies may be set by us (“first-party cookies”) or by third-party services we use.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Website Functionality
Some cookies are necessary for the operation of the website and online store. These cookies help with:
- Shopping cart and checkout functionality
- Security and fraud prevention
- User sessions and website performance
- Remembering customer preferences
- Form submissions and spam protection
Without these cookies, certain parts of the website may not function correctly.
Ecommerce and Payment Processing
Our website uses WooCommerce to provide ecommerce functionality.
When making a purchase, payment providers such as Stripe and PayPal may use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Process payments securely
- Prevent fraudulent transactions
- Verify payment sessions
- Support checkout functionality
We do not store full payment card details on our servers.
For more information, please review:
Analytics and Performance
We use Google services, including Google Tag Manager and Google Analytics, to help us understand how visitors use our website.
These services may collect information such as:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the website
- Browser and device information
- Approximate geographic location
- Website performance and usage data
This information helps us improve our website and services.
For more information, please visit:
https://policies.google.com/privacy
Spam Protection and Security
We use Google reCAPTCHA to help protect our forms, login areas, and website from spam and automated abuse.
reCAPTCHA may analyse user behaviour and collect hardware and software information to determine whether interactions are made by humans.
For more information, please visit:
https://policies.google.com/privacy
Types of Cookies We May Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Required for essential website and ecommerce functionality.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
Used to understand website usage and improve performance.
Functionality Cookies
Used to remember preferences and improve user experience.
Security Cookies
Used to help detect fraud, spam, and malicious activity.
Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookie settings. You can:
- Delete cookies
- Block cookies
- Receive alerts before cookies are stored
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality, including the checkout process.
You can learn more about managing cookies at:
https://www.aboutcookies.org/
Third-Party Services
We may use trusted third-party services including:
- Google Analytics
- Google Tag Manager
- Google reCAPTCHA
- Stripe
- PayPal
These providers may process data in accordance with their own privacy policies.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us through our website:
