Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

BuyingWindow Ltd ("BuyingWindow", "we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website or use our Platform.

This Cookie Policy explains:

• what cookies are;
• how we use cookies;
• the types of cookies we may use;
• how third parties may use cookies;
• how you can manage your preferences.

This Cookie Policy should be read together with our:

• Privacy Policy;
• Terms of Service;
• Data Processing Addendum.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website or use an online service.

Cookies allow websites to:

• remember preferences;
• keep users authenticated;
• improve security;
• understand how services are used;
• improve performance.

Cookies may be:

First-party cookies

Cookies placed directly by BuyingWindow.

Third-party cookies

Cookies placed by external service providers used by BuyingWindow.

3. How BuyingWindow Uses Cookies

BuyingWindow uses cookies for several purposes.

These include:

• operating the Platform;
• authenticating users;
• maintaining security;
• remembering user preferences;
• analysing Platform performance;
• improving user experience;
• understanding how visitors interact with our website.

We do not use cookies to:

• sell personal information;
• create consumer advertising profiles;
• make automated decisions about individuals.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the Platform.

They may be used for:

• account authentication;
• login sessions;
• security controls;
• preventing fraudulent activity;
• maintaining Platform functionality.

Because these cookies are required for the Service to function, they generally cannot be disabled through our systems.

If these cookies are blocked, parts of the Platform may not operate correctly.

4.2 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow BuyingWindow to remember choices and improve usability.

Examples include:

• user preferences;
• interface settings;
• saved configurations.

These cookies help provide a more personalised experience.

4.3 Analytics and Performance Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how users interact with our website and Platform.

They may help us understand:

• which pages are visited;
• how users navigate the Platform;
• technical performance issues;
• areas where the experience can be improved.

Analytics information is generally used in aggregated or statistical form.

4.4 Marketing and Communication Cookies

Where applicable, BuyingWindow may use marketing-related technologies to understand engagement with communications and improve our marketing activities.

Where required by law, we will obtain consent before placing non-essential marketing cookies.

5. Third-Party Cookies

BuyingWindow may use third-party services that place cookies or similar technologies.

These providers may include:

Stripe

Used for:

• payment processing;
• subscription management;
• payment security.

Stripe may process information according to its own privacy and cookie policies.

Analytics and Technology Providers

We may use technology providers that assist with:

• website analytics;
• application monitoring;
• security;
• performance optimisation.

Third-party providers may change over time as our technology stack evolves.

6. AI and Cookies

BuyingWindow may use artificial intelligence technologies within the Platform.

Cookies do not determine AI-generated outputs.

AI functionality operates based on:

• platform functionality;
• user inputs;
• available data;
• analytical models.

Cookies are primarily used for:

• authentication;
• security;
• user experience;
• Platform operation.

7. Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through:

• your browser settings;
• cookie preference tools provided on our website;
• device settings.

You may choose to:

• block cookies;
• delete existing cookies;
• receive warnings before cookies are stored.

However, disabling certain cookies may prevent parts of the Platform from functioning properly.

8. Consent Management

Where required by applicable law, BuyingWindow will request consent before using non-essential cookies.

You may withdraw or change your preferences at any time.

Withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out before withdrawal.

9. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

• changes to our technology;
• changes to our Platform;
• changes to legal requirements;
• changes to third-party providers.

Updated versions will be published on our website.

Where changes are significant, we may provide additional notice.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact:

BuyingWindow Ltd

Registered Office:

24, Rydal Street, Leigh, WN7 4DR

Email:

info@buyingwindow.co.uk

BuyingWindow Ltd

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