Cookies—so what are they?
Cookie Policy
Last updated: 27 June 2025
1. Who we are
Bedsava (“we”, “our”, “us”) operates as bedsava.co.uk. For any cookie-related queries, email [email protected].
2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files downloaded to your computer, phone or tablet when you visit a website. They allow a site to recognise your device and remember information such as your preferences or what is in your shopping basket.
3. Legal framework
Under Regulation 6 of the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (“PECR”), we must tell you about cookies and, except where they are strictly necessary, obtain your consent before setting them. Consent must meet the UK GDPR standard – it must be freely given, specific, informed and indicated by a clear positive action.
4. Types of cookies we use
| Category | Purpose | Consent needed? | Lifespan | Example |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly necessary | Make the website work (e.g. remembering your basket or log-in status) | No | Session / short-term | sessionid |
| Performance / analytics | Help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve it | Yes | 1 day – 24 months | _ga |
| Functionality | Remember choices you make (e.g. language or region) | Yes | Up to 12 months | langPref |
| Advertising / targeting | Deliver relevant ads and measure their effectiveness | Yes | Up to 13 months | facebook_pixel |
Update this table once your audit is complete. Keep a record of each cookie’s name, purpose, provider, expiry and consent status.
First-party vs third-party cookies
First-party cookies are set by bedsava.co.uk; third-party cookies are set by another domain (for example, embedded videos or advertising networks).
Cookie attributes
Where possible we add the Secure, HttpOnly and
SameSite attributes to reduce the risk of interception or
cross-site attacks.
5. Managing your cookie preferences
- Use our on-site banner to give or withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time.
- Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies. Each browser’s help pages explain how.
- Remember that blocking all cookies may affect how well the site performs.
6. Third-party services we rely on
When you accept their cookies, third parties may process your personal data for their own purposes (e.g. embedded YouTube videos). Please read those providers’ privacy notices for details.
7. Changes to this policy
We may update this notice to stay compliant with evolving legislation, including the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025. Material changes will be flagged on this page and, where appropriate, via a banner when you next visit.
8. Contact us
For questions about this policy or your data-protection rights, email [email protected]
This document is provided for general information and does not constitute legal advice. Obtain professional guidance tailored to your circumstances.
