Cookie Policy

The Hamper Boutique Co
ABN 76 693 489 702
https://www.thehamperboutique.com.au

  1. Introduction
    1. This Cookie Policy ("Policy") is issued by The Hamper Boutique Co ("we", "us", "our", or "the Company") and applies to all users ("you", "your") who access or interact with our website: https://www.thehamperboutique.com.au.
    2. This Policy explains how and why we use cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website, and how you can control those settings in accordance with applicable privacy laws, including the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth).
  2. What are Cookies?
    1. Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or device by websites you visit. They are widely used to make websites work, improve browsing experiences, and provide information to website owners about user activity.
    2. Cookies can be categorised as session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser; persistent cookies, which are stored on your device for a defined period; first-party cookies, which are set by our website; and third-party cookies, which are set by external services we use such as analytics and advertising providers.
  3. What Cookies We Use and Why
    1. Strictly Necessary Cookies are essential for the operation of our website and enable you to use basic shopping cart functions, navigate pages securely, and access account login areas. These cookies cannot be disabled and do not collect personal data for marketing purposes.
    2. Performance & Analytics Cookies are used to collect anonymous data about how visitors use our website, including pages visited, time spent, site navigation patterns, device type, browser, and geographic location. We use Google Analytics and Shopify Analytics to improve user experience and website performance.
    3. Functionality Cookies allow our website to remember your preferences, such as saved delivery addresses, currency and language settings, and items left in your shopping cart.
    4. Marketing & Advertising Cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track the performance of ad campaigns across platforms, which may include tracking your browsing behaviour across other websites, displaying personalised product recommendations, and integrating with platforms like Meta Pixel, Google Ads, or Klaviyo.
    5. You may see our ads on other websites based on your browsing behaviour.
    6. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies are typically retained for 12 months from the date they were set, unless you delete them sooner through your browser settings. Analytic cookies are generally retained for up to 12 months, in line with data minimisation best practices.
  4. Managing Cookie Preferences
    1. By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge our use of cookies as outlined in this Policy. Strictly necessary cookies are essential for website operation. You can manage your preferences for non-essential cookies through your browser settings at any time.
    2. You can manage or block cookies at any time through your browser settings, with instructions varying by browser, including Google Chrome, Safari, and Firefox, each with their own cookie management features.
    3. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality and user experience of our website.
  5. Third-Party Cookies
    1. Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages or are integrated into our marketing platforms. These third parties may track your activity across multiple websites and use your information in accordance with their own privacy policies.
    2. Third-party services such as Google Analytics, Meta Pixel, and other analytics or advertising partners may collect personal information including your IP address, device identifiers, and browsing behaviour. These third parties are subject to their own privacy policies and may store data overseas. We encourage you to review their privacy policies at Google, Meta, and Klaviyo. We do not sell or share personal information collected via cookies with third parties for their independent marketing purposes.
  6. Updates to This Policy
    1. We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulations, or our practices. All changes will be published on this page and are effective upon posting.
  7. Contact Us
    1. If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Policy, please contact us at info@thehamperboutique.com.au