Cookie Policy
Last Updated: 03/03/2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Astko (referred to as "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, www.astko.com. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree with the use of cookies, you can disable them through your browser settings (see Section 5 below).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our website:
a. Essential Cookies
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Purpose: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.
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Examples: Session cookies that allow you to navigate the website and use its features.
- Duration: These cookies are usually deleted when you close your browser.
b. Performance Cookies
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Purpose: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting information anonymously. This data allows us to improve the performance and usability of our website.
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Examples: Cookies used by analytics tools like Google Analytics to track page views, bounce rates, and session duration.
- Duration: These cookies may persist for a few hours or up to 2 years, depending on the specific cookie.
c. Functional Cookies
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Purpose: These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences (e.g., language or region).
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Examples: Cookies that remember your login details or shopping cart items.
- Duration: These cookies may persist for a few days or up to several months.
d. Targeting/Advertising Cookies
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Purpose: These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements to you based on your interests. They also help us measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
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Examples: Cookies used by third-party advertising networks like Facebook or Google Ads.
- Duration: These cookies may persist for a few months or longer, depending on the specific cookie.
3. Third-Party Cookies
We may allow third-party service providers to place cookies on your device to provide services such as analytics, advertising, and social media integration. These third parties have their own privacy policies and may use cookies to collect information about your online activities across different websites.
Examples of third-party cookies include:
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Google Analytics: To analyse website traffic and user behaviour.
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Facebook Pixel: To track conversions and deliver targeted ads.
- Shopify: To manage our e-commerce platform and improve your shopping experience.
4. How to Manage Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
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Block or delete cookies.
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Disable specific types of cookies (e.g., third-party cookies).
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Set preferences for cookies on a site-by-site basis.
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website and your ability to access certain features.
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5. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The updated version will be posted on our website with the effective date. Your continued use of our website after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the new policy.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Astko.com
Email: privacy@astko.com
Address: Toska Direct Limited, 124 City Road, London, EC1V 2NX, United Kingdom
