Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

Our website, https://fionamelrose.com (the “website”), uses cookies and similar technologies. Cookies may also be placed by third parties engaged by us. This policy explains how we use these technologies.

2. What Are Cookies?

A cookie is a small file sent with pages of this website and stored by your browser on your device. The information stored in a cookie may be returned to our servers or to the servers of relevant third parties during a subsequent visit.

3. What Are Scripts?

A script is a piece of code that enables the website to function properly and interactively. Scripts may run on our server or on your device.

4. Web Beacons and Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, the website may use web beacons (also known as tracking pixels or pixel tags). These are small, invisible elements embedded in pages or emails that help us understand whether content has been viewed. Web beacons do not store information on your device, but they may work with cookies to collect limited data such as your IP address, the time a page was accessed, or whether an email has been opened. We use these technologies to measure performance, improve the site, and support analytics or marketing where you have given consent.

5. Types of Cookies We Use

5.1 Technical or Functional Cookies

These cookies ensure that certain parts of the website function correctly and that your preferences are remembered. They make your visit easier by preventing you from repeatedly entering the same information. We may place functional cookies without your consent.

5.2 Statistics Cookies

Statistics cookies help us understand how visitors use the website so we can improve its performance and user experience. We request your consent before placing these cookies.

5.3 Marketing/Tracking Cookies

Marketing or tracking cookies, or other forms of local storage, are used to create user profiles, display relevant advertising, or track user behaviour across websites for similar marketing purposes.

6. Consent

When you first visit the website, you will see a pop‑up explaining our use of cookies. By clicking “Save preferences”, you consent to the categories of cookies you have selected. You can disable cookies through your browser settings, but some parts of the website may not function correctly as a result.

7. Enabling, Disabling, and Deleting Cookies

You can use your browser to delete cookies automatically or manually, block specific cookies, or receive a notification each time a cookie is placed. Please refer to your browser’s Help section for instructions.

If you delete cookies, they may be placed again after you give consent when you next visit the website.

8. Your Rights With Respect to Personal Data

If you are located in the European Union, you have specific rights under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). These rights apply to any personal data collected through cookies or similar technologies.

Right of Access

You may request confirmation that we process your personal data and obtain a copy of that data.

Right to Rectification

You may ask us to correct or complete any personal data that is inaccurate or incomplete.

Right to Erasure

You may request the deletion of your personal data where it is no longer required, where you withdraw consent, or where processing is unlawful.

Right to Restrict Processing

You may ask us to limit the use of your personal data while accuracy, legality, or objections are being assessed.

Right to Object

You may object to the processing of your personal data, including profiling or marketing activities based on cookies.

Right to Data Portability

You may request your personal data in a structured, commonly used, machine‑readable format and ask for it to be transferred to another controller where technically feasible.

Right to Withdraw Consent

Where processing relies on your consent, such as non‑essential cookies, you may withdraw that consent at any time.

Right to Lodge a Complaint

You may raise concerns with your local data protection authority if you believe your rights have been infringed.

To exercise these rights, please contact us.

9. Contact Details

For questions or comments about this Cookie Policy, please contact us using the following details:

mail@fionamelrose.com