This Cookie Policy applies to the website operated under the Hooknestbasics brand and explains how cookies are used in accordance with applicable European Union and Slovak data protection requirements, including Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and relevant ePrivacy rules.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on a user’s device when visiting a website. They are used to enable basic website functions, improve browsing experience, and support certain optional features.
2. Use of Cookies
The website operated by Hooknestbasics uses cookies for the following purposes:
Essential website operation
Basic session functionality
Website performance monitoring
Payment and transaction-related functionality provided through Stripe
Optional analytics functions (only where consent has been provided)
3. Cookie Consent
A cookie banner is displayed when users first visit the website.
Non-essential cookies are only activated when the user selects “Accept” on the cookie banner.
Users may choose to decline non-essential cookies. Essential cookies required for core website operation may remain active as they are necessary for the functioning of the website.
Consent can be modified or withdrawn at any time through browser settings or cookie preference controls (where available on the website).
4. Cookie Retention Periods
Cookies may be stored for different periods depending on their type:
Session cookies: deleted automatically when the browser session ends
Functional cookies: typically stored for up to 12 months
Preference cookies: typically stored for up to 12 months
Analytics-related cookies (where applicable and consented): typically stored for up to 24 months
Retention periods may vary depending on browser settings and updates to service providers.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Certain cookies may be placed by third-party service providers involved in website functionality and payment processing.
Stripe, used for payment processing, may set cookies or similar technologies necessary for payment authorisation, fraud prevention measures, and transaction processing.
These cookies are managed under Stripe’s own policies and regulatory obligations.
6. Data Controller
The data controller for cookie-related processing is:
Hooknestbasics
Email: basic@hooknestbasics.com
Telephone: +421 905 438 762
Address: Hlavná 58, 811 01 Bratislava, Slovakia
7. Updates to This Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated periodically to reflect legal, technical, or operational changes. The latest version will always apply when visiting the website.
8. Contact
For any questions regarding this Cookie Policy, users may contact:
Email: basic@hooknestbasics.com
Telephone: +421 905 438 762
Address: Hlavná 58, 811 01 Bratislava, Slovakia