Cookie Policy
This policy explains what cookies and similar storage technologies are used on fab4kids and why. You can control non-essential cookies via the consent banner.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored by your browser. We also uselocalStorage — a similar technology that stores data locally in your browser without expiry unless cleared.
Cookies we use
| Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
fab4kids-theme | Stores your colour theme preference (light, dark, colourful) | Functional (localStorage) | Persistent until cleared |
fab4kids-cart | Stores your shopping cart contents between page loads | Functional (localStorage) | Persistent until cleared |
fab4kids-cookie-consent | Records your cookie consent decision | Functional (localStorage) | Persistent until cleared |
__stripe_mid | Stripe fraud prevention and security | Third-party (Stripe) | 1 year |
__stripe_sid | Stripe session identifier | Third-party (Stripe) | Session |
Functional cookies
Functional cookies (including our localStorage entries) are essential to the site working correctly — they remember your preferences and cart. They are set regardless of your consent choice, as they are strictly necessary for the service you have requested.
Third-party cookies (Stripe)
When you accept cookies, we load Stripe’s JavaScript library to enable secure payment processing. Stripe may set cookies for fraud detection. SeeStripe’s Privacy Policyfor details. Stripe cookies are not loaded if you select “Essential cookies only”.
Managing cookies
You can change your consent choice at any time by clearing fab4kids-cookie-consentfrom your browser’s local storage, then refreshing the page. Most browsers also allow you to block or delete cookies via their settings.
For more information about how we use your data, see our Privacy Policy.