1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how FilmStuff (https://filmstuff.co.uk) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit the website.
It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we process personal data more broadly.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website.
They help websites function properly, remember user preferences, analyse site usage, and support services such as affiliate tracking.
Cookies may be session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (stored on your device for a set period).
3. How FilmStuff Uses Cookies
FilmStuff uses cookies to:
- ensure the website operates correctly
- understand how visitors use the site
- support affiliate referral tracking when links to third-party retailers are clicked
We do not use cookies to directly identify you as an individual.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for core website functionality and security.
The website cannot operate properly without them.
Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to collect anonymised information about how visitors use the website, including:
- pages visited
- time spent on pages
- general location (region/country)
- device and browser type
This helps us improve performance, usability, and content.
Google may process this data according to its own privacy policy.
Affiliate Tracking Cookies
When you click links to third-party retailers (such as Amazon or Etsy), those retailers may place cookies on your device to:
- track referrals from FilmStuff
- attribute commission if a purchase is made
FilmStuff does not receive personal purchasing data from these retailers.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services used on the website, including:
- Google Analytics
- Affiliate retailers (e.g., Amazon)
These third parties control their own cookies and data processing.
Please refer to their respective privacy and cookie policies for more information.
6. Managing Cookies
You can control or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings.
You can also opt out of Google Analytics tracking using the official Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect how the website functions.
7. Legal Basis for Cookie Use (UK GDPR & PECR)
Where cookies are not strictly necessary, FilmStuff relies on:
- user consent, provided via the website’s cookie banner; or
- legitimate interests, where permitted for essential functionality and basic analytics.
You may withdraw consent at any time by adjusting your browser or cookie settings.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect:
- legal or regulatory changes
- updates to website functionality
- new third-party services
The latest version will always be available on this page.
9. Contact
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how cookies are used on FilmStuff, please contact:
Email: hello@filmstuff.co.uk
Website: https://filmstuff.co.uk