COOKIE POLICY FOR HOUSE OF NEEDLEWORK
Last updated: January 1st – 2026
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer, mobile device or tablet when you visit our website. Cookies are used to make the website function properly, optimise performance and – if you give consent – analyse traffic and tailor marketing.
Cookies cannot contain harmful code such as viruses.
2. Who sets cookies?
Cookies on our website may be set by:
- House of Needlework (first-party cookies)
- Third parties, whose services you allow through the cookie banner, such as:
- Klaviyo (email marketing performance)
- Google (analytics or embedded services – only if enabled)
- WooCommerce-related functionality (e.g. cart, checkout and session cookies)
You can see the full list of cookies in our cookie banner.
3. Types of cookies we use
We use the following categories of cookies:
3.1 Necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be turned off. They are used, for example, to:
- Remember items in your shopping cart
- Complete payment processes
- Ensure stability and security of the website
- Enable login and account features (Ultimate Member, WooCommerce)
3.2 Functional cookies
Functional cookies allow the website to remember your preferences to improve your user experience, such as:
- Language selection (TranslatePress)
- Display and layout preferences
These cookies are only used if you provide consent.
3.3 Statistical cookies
Statistical cookies help us understand how visitors use the website, such as:
- Pages visited
- Browser and device information
- Duration of visits
The data is anonymised and used solely to improve performance and user experience. These cookies are only activated if you give consent.
3.4 Marketing cookies
Marketing cookies are used to display relevant offers and measure the effectiveness of our marketing. This may include:
- Klaviyo tracking
- Social media integrations (if any pixels or embeds are used)
- Advertising platforms (only if enabled)
Marketing cookies are only set with your consent.
4. Your consent
When you visit our website for the first time, we display a cookie banner where you can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject all non-essential cookies
- Choose specific categories of cookies
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time via the “Cookie Settings” link at the bottom of the website.
5. How long are cookies stored?
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies – deleted automatically when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies – stored for a set period or until you delete them
You can see specific cookie durations in the cookie banner.
6. How to delete or block cookies
You can delete or block cookies by adjusting your browser’s privacy settings:
- Delete existing cookies
- Block cookies going forward
Guides for popular browsers:
- Chrome: support.google.com/chrome
- Safari: support.apple.com
- Firefox: support.mozilla.org
- Edge: support.microsoft.com
Please note: Blocking cookies may cause parts of the website not to function properly, such as the shopping cart and checkout.
7. Processing of personal data
When cookies collect personal data, the processing takes place in accordance with our Privacy Policy, available HERE.
Processing of data collected through non-essential cookies is based on your consent under GDPR Article 6(1)(a).
Necessary cookies are processed based on our legitimate interest in providing a secure and functional webshop, under GDPR Article 6(1)(f).
8. Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time if changes occur in our use of cookies or in applicable legislation. The latest version will always be available on our website.