Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Future Hooper ("we", "us", "our") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit futurehooper.co.uk. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences and understand how you use it. We also use similar technologies such as localStorage and sessionStorage, which store data in your browser.
2. How We Use Cookies
We group cookies and similar technologies into the following categories:
Strictly Necessary
These are essential for the website to function. They enable core features like your shopping cart, checkout, and security. You cannot opt out of these.
| Name | Purpose | Type | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| fh_cart_id | Stores your Shopify cart ID so your basket persists between visits | localStorage | Until cleared |
| fh_cart_count | Stores the number of items in your cart for the header badge | localStorage | Until cleared |
| fh_cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie consent preferences | localStorage | Until cleared |
| fh_product_*, fh_col_*, fh_all_*, fh_page_* | Caches product and collection data to reduce page load times | sessionStorage | End of session |
Analytics (requires your consent)
These help us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it. The data collected is anonymised.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users and tracks site usage | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Identifies users for a 24-hour period | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles the request rate | 1 minute |
Marketing (requires your consent)
These cookies are used to show you relevant advertisements and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns. We do not currently use marketing cookies, but this category exists should we introduce them in the future.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| No marketing cookies are currently in use. | |||
3. Your Choices
When you first visit our site, a cookie banner will ask for your consent. You can:
- Accept All — enables all cookie categories
- Reject All — only strictly necessary cookies will be used
- Manage Preferences — choose which categories to allow
You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser's local storage for this site, which will cause the consent banner to reappear on your next visit.
4. Browser-Level Controls
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies (note: this may prevent parts of our site from working)
- Clear all cookies when you close the browser
For instructions specific to your browser, visit its help/support pages.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. For more information, visit the relevant third party's privacy policy:
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The date at the top of this page reflects the latest version. If we make significant changes, we will reset your consent preferences so you can make a new choice.
7. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, contact us at:
Future Hooper | Limited Company
16 Brogden Terrace, Sale, Manchester, M33 7UF
Phone: 07397 270409
Company Registration: 17041770
Also see our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.