Cookie Policy
Last updated: 14 May 2026
This page explains what cookies are, what cookies we use on loadedsponges.co.uk, and how you can control them.
What is a cookie?
A cookie is a small text file stored on your device when you visit a website. Cookies let a website remember things about your visit, like whether you're logged in, what's in your cart, or your language preference.
Cookies we use
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WordPress session cookies | Strictly necessary - keeps the site running and remembers settings. | Session |
| Stripe (when checking out) | Strictly necessary - secures payment and prevents fraud during checkout. | Up to 1 year |
| Cloudflare | Strictly necessary - protects our site from malicious traffic. | Up to 30 days |
If we add analytics (e.g. Google Analytics) or marketing tools (e.g. the Meta/Facebook pixel) in future, we'll update this table and ask for your consent via a cookie banner before any non-essential cookies are set.
Third-party cookies
Some pages embed content from third parties (e.g. Instagram). Those services may set their own cookies. We don't control those cookies; see the providers' own policies for details:
How to control cookies
You can block or delete cookies via your browser settings. Note that blocking strictly-necessary cookies may stop our checkout from working. Most browsers also offer a private/incognito mode that doesn't store cookies after you close it.
Questions
Email hello@loadedsponges.co.uk. See also our Privacy Policy.