Last updated: August 2026
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners. Cookies allow websites to recognise your device and remember information about your visit, such as your preferred language and other settings.
How We Use Cookies
Tea House Holland uses cookies to improve your experience on our website. We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and account access. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
- Preference Cookies: These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make, such as your language preference or display settings, to provide a more personalised experience.
- Analytics Cookies: We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. This information helps us improve our website and services. Analytics data is aggregated and anonymised.
- Functional Cookies: These cookies enable enhanced functionality, such as remembering items in your shopping basket or your recently viewed products.
Types of Cookies We Use
Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are erased when you close your browser. They allow the website to link your actions during a single browsing session.
Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help us recognise you as a returning visitor and remember your preferences.
Specific Cookies Used
The following cookies may be set on your device when you visit our website:
- cookieConsent: Stores your cookie consent preference. Duration: 365 days. Essential.
- sessionId: Maintains your session while browsing. Duration: Session. Essential.
- preferences: Stores your display and language preferences. Duration: 365 days. Functional.
- analytics: Collects anonymous usage statistics. Duration: 365 days. Analytics.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Third-party cookies may include:
- Analytics services that help us understand website usage
- Payment processing services for secure transactions
We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third parties for information about their cookie practices.
Managing Cookies
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent. You can choose to accept or reject non-essential cookies at that time.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete some or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies from being set
- Receive a warning before a cookie is set
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your experience on our website and some features may not function properly.
Browser-Specific Instructions
To manage cookies in your browser, please refer to the help documentation for your specific browser:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Privacy > Cookies
Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use local storage to remember your cookie consent choice. Local storage operates similarly to cookies but stores data directly in your browser. This data remains until you clear your browser data.
Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Our website currently does not respond to Do Not Track signals, but you can manage your preferences through our cookie banner.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at [email protected].