Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your actions and preferences (such as login state or basic settings) so you don't have to re-enter them every time you return.

We may also use similar technologies (for example local storage) to keep you logged in, remember basic settings (such as cookie consent choices), and support core marketplace features while you use AuctionMyCamera.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for the following:

• Essential cookies (strictly necessary): required for the site to function. These support login/security, secure forms, session integrity, and core features such as bidding and checkout. Without these, the website will not work correctly.
• Preference cookies: remember basic choices (for example, cookie consent or interface preferences) to make repeat visits easier.
• Analytics / performance cookies: help us understand how visitors use the site so we can improve layout, performance and content (for example, which pages are most visited, or whether a feature is working properly).

We aim to keep cookie use proportionate. We do not use cookies to build invasive marketing profiles of individual users.

3. Types of Cookies We May Use

• Session cookies: temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. These are often used for login and security.
• Persistent cookies: remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them (for example, remembering that you've already seen the cookie banner).
• First-party cookies: set by AuctionMyCamera.co.uk and used only by our website.
• Third-party cookies: set by external services such as analytics providers or payment providers.

4. Examples of Cookies & Similar Technologies

Examples include (this is not a complete list):

• Cookies or local storage entries that store your login session so you don't have to sign in on every page view.
• A small local storage value that remembers your cookie consent choices (for example, whether you accepted optional analytics).
• Analytics tools that count how many people visit certain pages and how long they stay there, so we can identify what's working and where we need to improve.
• Cookies or similar technologies set by payment providers (such as Stripe) to help prevent fraud and complete secure card payments.

5. Consent & Managing Your Cookies

When you first visit AuctionMyCamera, you'll see a cookie banner. Essential cookies are used because they are necessary for the website to function. Where required by law, we ask for your consent before setting non-essential cookies (such as optional analytics cookies).

You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers let you:

• Delete existing cookies from your device.
• Block all cookies or certain types of cookies.
• Receive a warning before cookies are stored so you can decide whether to allow them.

Please note that if you block or delete essential cookies, some parts of the website may not work properly (for example, you may not be able to stay logged in, place bids, or complete purchases).

6. Third-Party Cookies & Services

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies or similar technologies. These may include:

• Payment providers: such as Stripe, which may use cookies or similar technologies to help prevent fraud, support secure card payments, and complete transactions.
• Analytics providers: tools that help us understand site usage and performance (for example, how many visitors we receive and which pages they view), where enabled.

These third parties are responsible for their own cookies and will process your data in line with their own privacy and cookie policies. Where required, we aim to ensure appropriate safeguards and agreements are in place.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law or how we operate the site. When we do, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. If the changes are significant, we may also show a notice on the website.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies and similar technologies, you can contact us at support@auctionmycamera.co.uk.