Cookie Policy
Last updated: 24/11/2025
Tops & Taps (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website to make sure it works properly, improves your shopping experience, and helps us understand how visitors use the site.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies we use and how you can manage them.
For questions, please contact: info@topsandtaps.co.uk
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. Some cookies are essential for our site to work. Others help us improve performance or show relevant marketing.
We use:
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Essential cookies – required for the site and checkout
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Analytics cookies – help us understand how visitors use the site
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Functionality cookies – help with preferences and experience
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Marketing cookies – used for advertising and email marketing
You can control or disable cookies through our cookie banner or through your browser settings.
2. Cookies We Use
Below is a breakdown of the cookies used by WordPress, WooCommerce, and the third-party services we use.
A. Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies (No consent required)
These cookies are necessary for the website and shop to function.
WordPress Core
| Cookie | Purpose |
|---|---|
wordpress_logged_in_* |
Keeps you logged into your account. |
wordpress_sec_* |
User authentication and security. |
wp-settings-* |
Saves interface preferences. |
wp_lang |
Stores language settings. |
WooCommerce
| Cookie | Purpose |
|---|---|
woocommerce_cart_hash |
Tracks changes in your shopping cart. |
woocommerce_items_in_cart |
Tracks cart item count. |
wp_woocommerce_session_* |
Stores a unique session ID for cart retrieval. |
wc_cart_created |
Records when the cart was created. |
wc_fragments_* |
Helps update cart in real time. |
Cloudflare
Cloudflare provides security, performance, and protection from attacks.
| Cookie | Purpose |
|---|---|
__cf_bm |
Bot management and security. |
__cfduid (if present) |
Security and performance. |
cf_clearance |
Identifies trusted visitors after a security challenge. |
These cookies are essential for security and cannot be disabled.
Google reCAPTCHA (Spam Protection)
Used on forms (contact, login, checkout).
| Cookie | Purpose |
|---|---|
rc::a, rc::b, rc::c |
Distinguish bots from humans. |
These are essential for security and fraud prevention.
Stripe (Payments)
Stripe uses cookies to prevent fraud and ensure secure payment processing.
| Cookie | Purpose |
|---|---|
__stripe_mid |
Fraud prevention. |
__stripe_sid |
Session security. |
m |
Mobile browsing behaviour for security. |
PayPal (Payments)
| Cookie | Purpose |
|---|---|
ts_c |
Fraud prevention. |
ts |
Transaction security. |
paypal-offers* |
Payment option functionality. |
B. Analytics & Performance Cookies (Require consent)
These help us understand how people use our website.
RankMath
If analytics mode is enabled:
| Cookie | Purpose |
|---|---|
rankmath_analytics_* |
Tracks anonymous page usage. |
Yoast
Yoast generally does NOT set cookies unless certain tracking features or integrations are enabled.
If enabled, cookies may track search results or SEO features.
Google Analytics (if enabled)
| Cookie | Purpose |
|---|---|
_ga |
Distinguishes users (anonymous). |
_gid |
Tracks page views. |
_gat |
Throttles request rate. |
Analytics cookies are only loaded if you opt-in.
Caching Plugins (e.g., LiteSpeed Cache, WP Rocket, W3 Total Cache)
These plugins may create cookies to optimise website speed.
| Cookie | Purpose |
|---|---|
litespeed_cache_* |
Stores cache state. |
wpr-hash / wpr-logged-out |
Helps manage cached pages for logged-in/out users. |
C. Functionality Cookies (Require consent)
These improve your experience on the site.
Examples:
| Cookie | Purpose |
|---|---|
store_notice* |
Saves whether you dismissed store alerts. |
yith_wcwl_products (if using Wishlist plugin) |
Saves wishlist items. |
recently_viewed_products |
Tracks recently viewed products. |
D. Marketing & Advertising Cookies (Require consent)
Mailchimp
If you subscribe to our mailing list, Mailchimp may set:
| Cookie | Purpose |
|---|---|
_mcid |
Email campaign tracking. |
_mc_landing_site |
Tracks where sign-ups came from. |
Facebook Pixel (if enabled)
| Cookie | Purpose |
|---|---|
_fbp |
Tracks behaviour across sites for ads. |
Google Ads (if enabled)
| Cookie | Purpose |
|---|---|
IDE |
Tracks conversions and remarketing. |
We only use marketing cookies if you accept them.
3. How Long Cookies Last
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Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.
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Persistent cookies last for months or years unless you delete them manually.
Each cookie may have a different lifespan depending on the provider.
4. How to Control Cookies
When you first visit our website, a cookie banner allows you to:
Accept all cookies Reject non-essential cookies Adjust your cookie settings
You can also control cookies via your browser settings.
5. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page.
6. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy:
Tops & Taps
Email: info@topsandtaps.co.uk
Address: {business address}