Cookie Policy
Last updated: 21 March 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences and perform core functions. UK law (Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 – PECR) requires us to obtain your consent before placing any cookies that are not strictly necessary.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function. They cannot be switched off. We set them automatically when you use the site.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
PHPSESSID | PHP session identifier – keeps you logged in and remembers form data within a session. | Session (deleted when browser closes) |
cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences so we don't ask again on every visit. | 365 days |
cart_* | Remembers your shopping cart contents. | Session |
Legal basis: Legitimate interests (they are essential for the service you requested).
2.2 Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the website so we can improve it. We only set these if you consent.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| None currently set | – | We do not yet use a third-party analytics service. If this changes, this policy will be updated. | – |
Legal basis: Consent (Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR and Regulation 6 PECR).
2.3 Marketing / Third-Party Cookies (Optional)
If you consent to "Marketing" cookies, we may load Tawk.to live chat, which may set its own cookies to enable the chat widget and measure engagement.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
TawkConnectionTime, twk_* | Tawk.to | Live chat functionality and session tracking. | Session / persistent |
Tawk.to's privacy policy is available at tawk.to/privacy-policy.
Legal basis: Consent.
3. How to Manage Your Cookies
You can change your preferences at any time using the Cookie Preferences link in the footer. You can also control cookies through your browser:
Note: Disabling strictly necessary cookies will affect core website functionality, including login, cart, and form submissions.
4. Do Not Track
We respect the browser "Do Not Track" signal. If your browser sends a DNT header, we disable any optional tracking scripts regardless of your cookie consent settings.
5. More Information
For further information about data processing, see our Privacy Policy. To ask questions about our use of cookies, contact us at info@aovwebdesigns.com.
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner's Office at ico.org.uk.