Last Updated: May 13, 2025

This Cookies Policy explains how DIY Blinds (“we”, “us” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website https://www.diyblinds.co.uk (the “Site”). By continuing to browse or use the Site, you consent to our use of cookies as described here.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet or mobile) when you visit a website. They help the site remember your actions and preferences (such as login details, language or region) over a period of time, so you don’t have to re-enter them each time you return or navigate between pages.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Category Purpose Examples
Strictly Necessary Enable core site functionality (e.g., security, network management, accessibility). Session ID, Security tokens
Performance & Analytics Collect information about how visitors use the Site (e.g., pages visited, errors, load times). Google Analytics (_ga, _gid); Hotjar
Functional Remember choices you make (e.g., language, cookie settings, video player preferences). Language preference, Cookie banner flag
Targeting & Advertising Deliver relevant adverts, track ad performance, limit how often you see an ad. DoubleClick, Facebook Pixel, AdRoll

3. First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies

  • First-Party Cookies are set directly by diyblinds.co.uk and only our domain can access them.

  • Third-Party Cookies are set by services we include on our Site (such as analytics or advertising partners). Third parties may use these cookies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites.

4. How We Use Cookies

  • Remembering Your Preferences: So your region, language, and shopping-basket contents persist between sessions.

  • Analytics & Performance: To understand Site usage, improve features, monitor and resolve errors.

  • Security & Fraud Prevention: To protect your session, verify your identity and prevent malicious activity.

  • Marketing & Retargeting: To measure ad effectiveness and show you personalised offers on the Site and across third-party platforms.

5. Managing and Disabling Cookies

You can manage or delete cookies at any time by adjusting the settings in your browser:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data

  • Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data

  • Edge: Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data

For detailed instructions, please consult your browser’s help documentation. Disabling or deleting cookies may impair the functionality of the Site and your ability to use certain features.

6. Cookie Consent Banner

On your first visit to the Site, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to:

  • Accept All Cookies

  • Reject All Cookies (except strictly necessary)

  • Manage Preferences for each category

You may revisit and change your choices at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the Site footer.

7. Third-Party Services and Links

Our Site may include content, plugins or links to third-party websites. These third parties may set cookies on your device when you interact with their content. This Cookies Policy does not cover their use of cookies; please refer to their privacy or cookies policies for more information.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. The “Last Updated” date at the top indicates when this policy was most recently revised.

9. Contact Us

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

  • Email: info@diyblind.co.uk

  • Address: DIY Blinds Ltd, DIY Blinds,
    65 Yarm Lane,
    Stockton-on-Tees,
    TS18 3DU

Thank you for visiting DIY Blinds. We hope this policy helps you understand and control how cookies are used on our Site.