Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy

Last updated: 29/10/25

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Brickell’s Ice Cream Ltd uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.brickellsicecream.co.uk

We use these technologies to help our site work properly, improve your shopping experience, and (if you agree) show you relevant offers and adverts.

This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy which explains how we handle personal data.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit a website.
They help websites remember information about your visit — like what’s in your basket or your login status — so the site can work more smoothly.

Cookies can be:

Session cookies: deleted when you close your browser.
Persistent cookies: remain on your device for a set period or until deleted.
First-party cookies: set by our website.
Third-party cookies: set by partners providing services (e.g. analytics, ads).

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

Type of Cookie	Purpose	Examples
Strictly Necessary	Enable basic site functions like adding items to basket, logging in, or processing orders.	Shopify session cookies, security cookies, checkout cookies
Performance & Analytics	Help us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve layout, products, and features.	Google Analytics cookies (e.g. _ga, _gid), Shopify analytics
Functional	Remember preferences like location, language, and delivery options.	Preference cookies
Marketing & Advertising	Show relevant ads and offers across social media and search platforms.	Meta Pixel (_fbp), Google Ads remarketing cookies
Social Media	Enable sharing of products or offers via platforms like Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok.	Social media plugin cookies

We will only place non-essential cookies (Analytics, Marketing, or Social Media) if you give consent through our cookie banner or settings.

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have full control over your cookie settings.

When you first visit our site, a cookie banner will appear asking for your consent to non-essential cookies.
You can accept all, reject all, or customise your preferences.
You can change or withdraw your consent anytime via our Cookie Preferences link at the bottom of the page.

You can also block or delete cookies in your browser settings. However, essential site features may not work properly if you do so.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services we use. For example:

Google Analytics (Google Ireland Ltd) – helps us understand visitor behaviour.
Meta (Facebook/Instagram) Pixel – tracks ad performance and audience insights.
Shopify – provides secure e-commerce and checkout functions.

These providers may process your data outside the UK or EEA under their own privacy terms.
Where this occurs, we ensure adequate safeguards are in place (e.g. standard contractual clauses).

6. How Long Cookies Last

Cookie duration varies:

Session cookies: deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies: remain for 1 day to 24 months (depending on purpose)

You can find specific expiry periods in your browser’s cookie settings.

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time, for example if we start using new cookies or change our providers.
The “Last updated” date will always reflect the latest version.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
info@brickellsicecream.co.uk
Lower Westcombe Farm, Westcombe, Shepton Mallet, Somerset BA4 6ER