Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your browser that help websites function properly. They can be session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (stored longer).
2. Essential Cookies Only
TheShapeStoryUK uses only essential cookies required for basic site functionality. Essential cookies are exempt from consent requirements under UK GDPR and ePrivacy Regulations because they are necessary for the website to operate properly.
Our Essential Cookies:
- Cookie Consent: Stores your cookie consent preference (accept/reject) to remember your choice
- Session Cookies: Maintain your session while browsing the site
3. No Tracking or Analytics Cookies
We do NOT use:
- Google Analytics or similar tracking services
- Advertising or marketing cookies
- Third-party cookies
- Cookies for profiling or user behavior analysis
4. Consent Mode v2
Our cookie banner implements Consent Mode v2, which enables us to communicate our essential-only approach to advertising and analytics platforms in compliance with regulations.
5. Managing Your Cookies
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies and other site data
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some third-party services (such as embedded content providers) may set cookies. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies directly. We do not control third-party cookies.
7. Cookie Consent
When you first visit TheShapeStoryUK, you will see our cookie banner. You can:
- Accept: Acknowledge our essential cookies
- Reject: Decline non-essential tracking (though essential cookies still function)
- Learn More: Review this policy
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Changes will be reflected here with an updated date.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 1904 625 739
Address: 28 Story Lane, York, YO1 8AS, United Kingdom