Cookie Policy
SDM Perfumes (operated by Berbers Ltd, UK Company No. SC802683)
Trading Address: 6 Nicolson Square, Edinburgh, EH8 9BH, United Kingdom
Last updated: 20 May 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how SDM Perfumes uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on sdmperfumes.co.uk. It operates in conjunction with our Privacy Policy to explain what cookies are, why they are used, and how you can manage your preferences.
This policy is written in compliance with the UK Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR) and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognise your device, remember your preferences, and analyse site usage. The cookies used on this site do not contain personal identifiers such as your name, address, or payment details.
2. Categories of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Essential for core website operations — shopping basket, account login, and checkout. Consent required: No.
Functional Cookies
Record your preferences (such as language or currency) for future visits. Consent required: Yes.
Performance and Analytics Cookies
Collect anonymous, aggregated information about how visitors navigate our website. Consent required: Yes.
Marketing and Advertising Cookies
Track engagement to measure marketing performance and deliver relevant advertising. Consent required: Yes.
3. Specific Cookies We Use
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _shopify_y | Shopify | Visitor identification | Strictly Necessary | 1 year |
| _shopify_s | Shopify | Session identification | Strictly Necessary | 30 minutes |
| cart | Shopify | Stores items in shopping cart | Strictly Necessary | 14 days |
| secure_customer_sig | Shopify | Customer login security | Strictly Necessary | 20 years |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Anonymous visitor identification | Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | 24-hour visitor identification | Analytics | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Request throttling | Analytics | 1 minute |
| _fbp | Meta (Facebook) | Ad campaign performance | Marketing | 3 months |
| _ttp | TikTok | Ad campaign tracking | Marketing | 13 months |
| _klaviyo | Klaviyo | Email communication preferences | Marketing | 2 years |
Note: Additional cookies may be deployed periodically by apps installed on our platform.
4. Third-Party Data Processors
- Shopify Inc. — e-commerce platform and hosting
- Google Analytics & Google Ads — traffic analytics and advertising
- Meta (Facebook / Instagram) — advertising
- TikTok — advertising
- Klaviyo / Mailchimp — transactional and opted-in email dispatch
- PayPal / Klarna — checkout payment processing
These third-party platforms manage data collection under their own privacy and cookie policies.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Through Our Cookie Banner
On your first visit, a banner allows you to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise preferences. Change these anytime via the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer.
Through Your Browser
- Google Chrome: support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
- Mozilla Firefox: support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/cookies
- Apple Safari: support.apple.com/en-gb/guide/safari/sfri11471
- Microsoft Edge: support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge
Opting Out of Specific Services
- Google Analytics: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Google Ads: adssettings.google.com
- Meta: facebook.com/settings/ads
- TikTok: tiktok.com/legal/privacy-policy
6. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
- Strictly Necessary cookies remain active so transactions and baskets work.
- Functional, analytics, and marketing cookies will not be set; preferences may not be retained.
- Core browsing and checkout remain accessible regardless of your configuration.
7. Do Not Track Signals
Because no uniform standard exists to interpret "Do Not Track" signals, our website does not alter its behaviour upon receiving one. Manage preferences via Section 5.
8. Children's Privacy
Our website and products are intended for customers aged 18 and over. We do not knowingly collect data from minors. Contact contact@sdmperfumes.co.uk if you believe a minor has interacted with our tracking scripts.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this policy to reflect changes in technology or regulation. The "Last updated" date indicates the current version.
10. Contact Information
- Legal Entity: Berbers Ltd (Company No. SC802683)
- Trading As: SDM Perfumes
- Website: sdmperfumes.co.uk
- Trading Address: 6 Nicolson Square, Edinburgh, EH8 9BH, United Kingdom
- Email: contact@sdmperfumes.co.uk
- Phone: +44 131 281 0380
- Hours: Daily from 11:00 AM