Last updated: 25/11/2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Forest Wood (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It also explains your choices regarding these technologies.

By continuing to browse our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

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1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function properly, remember your preferences, improve performance, and provide insights into how visitors use the site.

Cookies may be:

• Session cookies (removed when you close your browser)

• Persistent cookies (remain stored until they expire or are deleted)

• First-party cookies (set by our website)

• Third-party cookies (set by external services we use)

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2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

a. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are required for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They include:

• WooCommerce cart & checkout cookies

• Login/session cookies

• Security & anti-fraud cookies

• Cookie consent preferences

Without these cookies, the website cannot operate correctly.

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b. Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand visitor behaviour, improve performance, and analyse website usage.

We use:

• Google Analytics (anonymised visitor statistics)

These cookies may collect information such as:

• Pages visited

• Time spent on site

• Click behaviour

• Device/browser type

All IP addresses in Analytics are anonymised.

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c. Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the site to remember your preferences, such as:

• Saved items in your cart

• Login information

• Previously viewed products

• Language or region settings

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d. Advertising & Marketing Cookies (only if enabled)

These cookies allow us to show relevant ads to you on other websites, such as Google or Facebook.

They may track:

• Your browsing behaviour

• Products viewed

• Interaction with ads

If you use remarketing tools (optional), cookies may also be placed by:

• Google Ads

• Facebook/Instagram Ads

• Other advertising partners

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3. Cookies Used by WooCommerce

WooCommerce uses several essential cookies, including:

These cookies do not store personal information unless you create an account or place an order.

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4. Managing Cookie Preferences

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• Block cookies

• Delete cookies

• Allow cookies only from trusted websites

• Receive notifications before cookies are placed

Learn how to manage cookies here:
https://www.allaboutcookies.org/manage-cookies/

Please note:
Blocking cookies may affect website functionality, especially checkout, login, and cart features.

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5. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that place cookies on your device, including:

• Google Analytics

• Google Ads (if enabled)

• Facebook Pixel (if enabled)

• WooCommerce payment providers (Stripe, PayPal)

These providers have their own privacy and cookie policies.

Google’s policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
Stripe’s policy: https://stripe.com/privacy
PayPal’s policy: https://www.paypal.com/uk/webapps/mpp/ua/privacy-full

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6. Consent

When you visit our site, you will see a cookie consent banner.
By continuing to use the site, you agree to the use of cookies as described.

You can change your cookie preferences at any time through your browser or plugin settings (if your site uses a consent manager).

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7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, law, or our website.
We recommend reviewing it regularly.

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8. Contact Us

For questions about our cookie policy or data practices, please contact us:

📧 support@forest-wood.co.uk
📍 Warfield, Bracknell  RG42 6EG, United Kingdom