Cookie Policy

Last updated: [DATE]

This policy explains how aponiacbd.co.uk uses cookies and similar technologies. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. What cookies are

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. We also use similar technologies such as the localStorage API in your browser to remember preferences (for example, that you have confirmed you are over 18 or that you have made a cookie choice). For brevity we refer to all of these as "cookies" below.

2. Categories of cookies we use

Strictly necessary

These are required for the site to work and cannot be turned off. They include cookies set by our hosting provider for security, by our payment processor on the checkout page, and by our consent banner to remember your cookie choice and your age confirmation. Strictly necessary cookies do not require your consent under PECR.

Functional

Set only if you opt in. These remember choices you make to give you a better experience — for example a saved cart, your last-viewed product, or interface preferences.

Analytics

Set only if you opt in. Anonymous cookies that help us understand how visitors use the site (which pages are popular, where people drop off) so that we can improve it. We aggregate this data and do not use it to identify you personally.

Marketing

Set only if you opt in. Used to measure the effectiveness of advertising and to personalise the messages you see on other websites.

3. Specific cookies in use

Below is a non-exhaustive list of the principal cookies and storage keys used on this site. Third-party cookies are governed by the relevant third party's policy.

  • aponia.ageVerified (localStorage, strictly necessary) — records that you confirmed you are over 18. Persists until cleared.
  • aponia.cookieConsent.v1 (localStorage, strictly necessary) — records your cookie preferences. Persists for 12 months.
  • [Vercel session/security cookies] (strictly necessary) — set by our hosting provider for site security and load balancing.
  • [Analytics provider cookies, if enabled] (analytics) — only set if you opt in to analytics.

We will keep this list up to date as the site evolves. If you spot a cookie not listed here, please email sales@aponiacbd.co.uk and we will investigate.

4. Managing your choice

You can change or withdraw your cookie consent at any time by clearing your browser's storage for this site, which will cause our consent banner to reappear on your next visit. We will also re-prompt you for consent at least every 12 months.

Most browsers also let you block or delete cookies from their settings menu. Note that blocking strictly-necessary cookies may stop parts of the site from working.

5. Changes to this policy

We will update this page when our use of cookies changes. The "last updated" date at the top reflects the latest version.