COOKIE POLICY
Effective date: 08 September 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site function correctly, remember your preferences, and — in some cases — track how you use the site for analytics and marketing purposes.
Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These are required for the website to function. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| next-auth.session-token | Admin authentication | Session |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preference | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies (requires consent)
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our site — pages visited, time spent, and general traffic patterns. No personally identifiable information is collected.
| Cookie | Provider | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics | 2 years |
Marketing Cookies (requires consent)
We use the Meta Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our advertising and to show you relevant ads on Facebook and Instagram.
| Cookie | Provider | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp, _fbc | Meta (Facebook) | 90 days |
Managing Your Preferences
When you first visit our site, a banner allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser's local storage or adjusting your browser settings.
Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies via their settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect some functionality of the site.
More Information
For details on how we handle your personal data more broadly, see our Privacy Policy.
Questions? Contact us at hello@smashpalace.co.uk.