Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Spark Security Store (operated by Spark Security Solutions Limited) uses cookies and similar technologies on sparksecuritystore.co.uk.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function, remember your preferences, and understand how you use the site. We also use similar technologies such as local storage and pixels.
2. How we classify cookies
- Strictly necessary — required for core site functions like security, network management, and checkout. These cannot be switched off in our systems.
- Functional — enable enhanced functionality or personalisation (e.g., remembering choices). If you do not allow these, some services may not function properly.
- Analytics — help us measure and improve performance (e.g., page views and conversions). These run only with your consent.
- Advertising — used to deliver relevant ads and limit repeats. These run only with your consent.
3. Your consent choices
On your first visit we ask for your preferences via a cookie banner. You can update your choices at any time with the Change your cookie settings button at the top of this page.
- Opt-in basis: Analytics and advertising cookies are off unless you accept them.
- Device-specific: Your choices apply per browser and device. If you clear cookies, you may need to set your preferences again.
4. Cookies we use
Below is an overview of the cookies commonly used on our store. Actual cookies may vary depending on the features you use and your consent settings.
4.1 Strictly necessary
| Name | Purpose | Provider | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
woocommerce_cart_hash | Stores items in your cart | sparksecuritystore.co.uk | Session |
woocommerce_items_in_cart | Tracks cart items | sparksecuritystore.co.uk | Session |
wp_woocommerce_session_* | Unique code for each customer so the system can find the cart data | sparksecuritystore.co.uk | 2 days |
wordpress_logged_in_* | Authentication for logged-in users (e.g., My Account) | sparksecuritystore.co.uk | Session |
__stripe_mid, __stripe_sid | Payment processing & fraud prevention | Stripe | 1 year / 30 minutes |
4.2 Functional (optional)
| Name | Purpose | Provider | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
wp-settings-*, wp-settings-time-* | Stores user interface preferences (logged-in users/admin only) | sparksecuritystore.co.uk | 1 year |
rc::a, rc::b, rc::c | Bot detection on forms | Google reCAPTCHA | Persistent / Session |
4.3 Analytics (consent-based)
| Name | Purpose | Provider | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga, _ga_*, _gid, _gat | Google Analytics 4 — measures usage and performance | Up to 2 years |
4.4 Advertising (consent-based)
| Name | Purpose | Provider | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
_fbp | Delivers a series of advertising products such as real time bidding | Meta (Facebook) | 3 months |
IDE | Ad delivery and retargeting | 1 year |
Note: Analytics and advertising cookies are only set if you give consent via the banner. If you never accept, you should not see these cookies.
5. How to manage cookies
- Use the Change your cookie settings button above to review or withdraw consent.
- Most browsers let you block or delete cookies via settings. Blocking necessary cookies may break core functions (e.g., checkout).
- For third‑party cookies, you can also manage choices via the provider’s own tools.
6. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in technology, law, or our services. We will post updates here with a new date.
7. Contact us
07547 828110
Spark Security Solutions Limited,
1 St. Julians Buildings, King Street,
Abertillery, South Wales, NP13 1DX, UK
Company No: 16333958 • VAT: N/A