This Cookie Policy explains how Alekta Ltd. (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.britishcoreparts.com (“Website”) to ensure functionality, improve user experience, and, with your consent, analyze usage or provide personalized content. We use Complianz to manage cookies and obtain your consent in compliance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR), the ePrivacy Directive, and Latvian Consumer Rights Protection Law. This policy is part of our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions. Last updated: September 21, 2025.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (e.g., computer, smartphone) when you visit our Website. They help us recognize your device, store preferences, and enhance functionality. Other technologies, like local storage, may serve similar purposes.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Functional Cookies: Essential for Website operation, such as managing your shopping cart, checkout process, and user sessions. These do not require consent.
- Analytics Cookies: To understand how you use our Website (e.g., pages visited, time spent), improving performance and user experience. Used only with your consent.
- Marketing Cookies: To deliver personalized ads or content (e.g., via Google Ads, if enabled). Used only with your consent.
3. Cookies We Use
Below is a list of cookies typically used on our Website, as detected by our Complianz Cookie Scanner. The exact cookies depend on your Website interactions and enabled services (e.g., Google Analytics). For the full list, manage preferences via our cookie banner or visit britishcoreparts.com/cookie-policy.
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
woocommerce_cart_hash | Functional | Tracks changes to your shopping cart for a seamless checkout experience. | Session | WooCommerce |
woocommerce_items_in_cart | Functional | Stores items in your cart during your visit. | Session | WooCommerce |
wp_woocommerce_session_* | Functional | Maintains your session for account and order functions. | 2 days | WooCommerce |
_ga (if enabled) | Analytics | Tracks Website usage for Google Analytics (e.g., page views). | 2 years | |
_gid (if enabled) | Analytics | Distinguishes users for Google Analytics. | 24 hours | |
| Marketing cookies (if enabled) | Marketing | Delivers personalized ads or content (e.g., via Google Ads). | Varies (up to 1 year) | Third-party (e.g., Google) |
4. Managing Cookies
You can manage cookies via:
- Complianz Cookie Banner: On your first visit, choose “Accept”, “Deny”, or “Manage Preferences” to allow or block non-essential cookies (analytics, marketing). Update preferences anytime via the banner or britishcoreparts.com/cookie-policy.
- Browser Settings: Block or delete cookies through your browser settings (e.g., Chrome, Firefox). Note that blocking functional cookies may affect Website functionality (e.g., cart, checkout).
Complianz ensures non-essential cookies (e.g., analytics, marketing) are blocked until you consent, per GDPR and ePrivacy Directive.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies come from third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics, PayPal). We ensure these providers comply with GDPR where applicable (e.g., via data processing agreements). Review their privacy policies for details:
- Google (if enabled): policies.google.com/privacy
- PayPal: www.paypal.com/privacy
- Stripe (if enabled): stripe.com/privacy
6. Data Protection
Cookies collecting personal data (e.g., IP address for analytics) are processed per our Privacy Policy. For non-EU/EEA users, data may be transferred to third countries (e.g., Google servers in the USA) under GDPR-compliant safeguards (e.g., standard contractual clauses). Contact us at sale@britishcoreparts.com for details.
7. Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have rights to access, rectify, erase, or restrict data collected via cookies. To exercise these rights, email sale@britishcoreparts.com. You may also lodge a complaint with the Latvian Data State Inspectorate (dvi.gov.lv) or your local data protection authority. EU/EEA residents can use the ODR platform (ec.europa.eu/odr).
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this policy, with notice via the Website or email. Continued use constitutes acceptance. Check britishcoreparts.com/cookie-policy for the latest version, updated by Complianz based on periodic scans.
9. Contact
For questions or complaints, contact:
- Email: sale@britishcoreparts.com
- Address: Aviacijas str. 35, LV-1057, Riga, Latvia]
EU/EEA residents may contact PTAC (ptac.gov.lv) or use the ODR platform (ec.europa.eu/odr).