Cookies

Cookie Policy

Last updated: October 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Dawn’s Pet Paradise (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.

We’re committed to being transparent about how your data is collected and used, so this page outlines what cookies are, which ones we use, and how you can control them.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit a website. They help the site remember your actions and preferences — such as login details, shopping baskets, and language settings — so you don’t have to re-enter them each time.

Some cookies are essential for the website to work properly, while others help us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several reasons:

Essential cookies – These are required for the website to function. For example, WooCommerce uses cookies to keep track of your basket and manage the checkout process.
Performance and analytics cookies – These help us understand how visitors use our site (e.g. which pages are most popular) so we can make improvements.
Functionality cookies – These allow the website to remember your preferences (like login details or form inputs) to make your visit smoother.
Marketing cookies (optional) – We may use these in the future to show relevant offers or updates, but only with your consent.

3. The Types of Cookies We Use

Here’s a breakdown of the main cookies you might encounter on our site:

	Name (Example)	Purpose	Duration
Essential	woocommerce_cart_hash, woocommerce_items_in_cart	Keeps your cart and checkout running properly.	Session
Essential	wp_woocommerce_session_	Stores a unique code to identify your cart data in the database.	2 days
Functional	wordpress_logged_in_	Keeps you logged in to your account (if applicable).	Session
Analytics	_ga, _gid (Google Analytics)	Helps us understand website traffic and usage patterns.	Up to 2 years
Consent	cookieyes-consent or similar	Remembers your cookie preferences.	1 year

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third parties (like Google Analytics or payment providers). These cookies may collect data such as your IP address, browser type, and time spent on pages.

We only use trusted third-party services that comply with UK GDPR.

You can learn more about how Google handles data here:

👉 https://policies.google.com/privacy

5. Managing or Disabling Cookies

You can control or delete cookies as you wish.

To manage cookies:

Adjust your browser settings to accept, refuse, or delete cookies.
Most browsers allow you to block all cookies or only certain types.

To learn more, visit:

https://www.aboutcookies.org or https://www.allaboutcookies.org

Please note: disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website — for example, you might not be able to make a booking or log in to your account.

6. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our services.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a new “last updated” date.