Cookie Policy

On May 26th 2012, new rules governing the use of cookies by websites comes into force in Europe.

Rather than the "Opt out" option for website visitors, websites will need to specifically gain the consent of their visitor and they must "Opt In" to be able to store cookies on their computer or other devices.This is expected to be difficult to manage and enforcement will more than likely be done subtlely and with encouragement rather than with the threat of fines and penaltys.

What does the new law say?
The new requirement is essentially that cookies can only be placed 
on machines where the user or subscriber has given their consent. 
6 (1) Subject to paragraph (4), a person shall not store or gain 
access to information stored, in the terminal equipment of a subscriber 
or user unless the requirements of paragraph (2) are met. 
(2) The requirements are that the subscriber or user of that terminal 
equipment-- 
(a) is provided with clear and comprehensive information about the 
purposes of the storage of, or access to, that information; and 
(b) has given his or her consent. 
(3) Where an electronic communications network is used by the 
same person to store or access information in the terminal equipment 
of a subscriber or user on more than one occasion, it is sufficient for the purposes of this regulation that the requirements of paragraph (2) 
are met in respect of the initial use. 
“(3A) For the purposes of paragraph (2), consent may be signified by a 
subscriber who amends or sets controls on the internet browser which 
the subscriber uses or by using another application or programme to 
signify consent.
(4) Paragraph (1) shall not apply to the technical storage of, or 
access to, information-- 
(a) for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a 
communication over an electronic communications network; or 
(b) where such storage or access is strictly necessary for the 
provision of an information society service requested by the subscriber 
or user.

More information on the new changes can be found here.

What is a cookie?

Cookies are small files of letters and numbers that are downloaded onto your computer or mobile or other handheld device when you access certain websites.  Cookies allow a website to recognise a user’s device and help your browser navigate through the website by allowing you to log in automatically or remembering settings you selected during earlier visits (among other functions).  Cookies do not harm your computer.  If you would like to learn more about cookies in general you can visit www.allaboutcookies.org

Use of cookies on this website

Cookies help us to provide you with a good experience when you browse this website and allow you to make full use of the online shopping and personalised features available on this website.  We do not use cookies to collect or record information such as your name, address or payment details.

We use cookies on this website for the following main purposes:
•    for technical purposes essential for the operation of this website, such as keeping track of your current shopping session and enabling you to proceed to checkout and pay for products;
•    to distinguish you from other users of this website, so we can personalise your shopping experience by making this website and the advertising displayed on it more relevant to your interests and so we can remember choices you make (such as your user name, language or the country you are in) when you return to visit this website;
•    to collect statistical information about how visitors use this website, so we can improve the way this website works and measure the success of competitions and campaigns; and
•    to enable us to fulfil our contractual obligations to third parties, for example to pay a partner if you have made a purchase on this website by following a link from their website. 

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies.  Unless you have adjusted your browser settings so that it will refuse cookies, cookies will be set when you access this website.  By using and browsing this website, you consent to cookies being used in accordance with this Cookie Policy.  If you do not consent, you must either disable cookies or refrain from using this website.  Please go to How To Manage Cookies for information on how to manage and disable cookies.

If you 'share' Cvbmedia.co.uk content with friends through social networks – such as Facebook, Google and Twitter - you may be sent cookies from these third party websites. We don't control the setting of these cookies, so we suggest you check the third-party websites for more information about their cookies and how to manage them.

We may display video content on Cvbmedia.co.uk using Adobe Flash Player.  Adobe uses Flash cookies to improve your experience as a user.  If you wish to disable or delete a Flash cookie, please visit Adobe Flashplayer Security Settings.  Please bear in mind that if you disable Flash cookies you will be unable to access certain content on our website which uses Adobe Flash Player, such as videos.

How to Manage Cookies

You can enable or disable cookies by changing your website browser settings to accept or reject cookies as required.  How to do this will depend on the browser you use.  We have provided further information below on how to check which browser you use and how to manage cookies.  Please bear in mind that if cookies are not enabled on your computer, your activities will be restricted to browsing this website and you will not be able to add products to your shopping bag and buy them.

If you are using a PC - go to 'Help' and select the 'About' option
If you are using a Mac - click on the Apple menu within the browser and select the 'About' option

Microsoft Internet Explorer 6,7,8
- Go to 'Tools' at the top of your browser window. Select 'Internet options'. Click on the 'Privacy' tab
- Ensure that your Privacy level is set to Medium or below to enable cookies

Google Chrome
- Go to 'Tools' and select Options
- Click 'Under the Hood'  and select the 'Content settings' button within the 'Privacy' section
- Choose 'Allow local data to be set'

Checking cookies – Macs

Mozilla and Netscape on OSX
- Click on 'Mozilla' or 'Netscape' and select 'Preferences'
- Find ‘Cookies’ under 'Privacy & Security'
- Select 'Enable cookies for the originating web site only'

Opera
- Click 'Menu' and select 'Settings'
- Select 'Preferences' and then 'Advanced' 
- Select 'Accept cookies'

If you are not happy with the way that we use cookies then you should delete Puff Daddie cookies having visited the site, or you should browse the site using your browser’s anonymous usage setting (called “Incognito” in Chrome, “InPrivate” for Internet Explorer, "Private Browsing" in Firefox and Safari etc.)