Cookie Policy
Last updated: 24.02.26
What this policy is for
This Cookie Policy explains how Kista uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, what they do, and the choices available to you.
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (such as your phone, tablet or computer) when you visit a website. Similar technologies can also store or access information on your device.
They can help a website function properly, remember your preferences, and provide information about how the site is used. ICO cookie guidance covers cookies and other storage/access technologies used on people’s devices.
How we use cookies
We may use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
1) Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are needed for the website to operate properly. They may be used for core functions such as:
page navigation
secure areas of the site
checkout and basket functionality
fraud/security protection
remembering cookie choices
These cookies do not usually require consent where they are genuinely necessary for the service requested. ICO guidance notes limited exceptions for certain technologies, including strictly necessary uses.
2) Analytics / performance cookies
These help us understand how visitors use the website so we can improve the site and customer experience. They may collect information such as pages visited, time on site, or how visitors move through the site.
We will seek consent for these cookies where required.
3) Functional cookies
These may remember choices you make (such as preferences) to improve your browsing experience.
We will seek consent for these cookies where required.
4) Marketing / advertising cookies
If we use marketing tools (for example, ad tracking or remarketing tools), these cookies may be used to help measure campaigns or show more relevant advertising.
We will seek consent for these cookies where required.
Third-party cookies
Some cookies may be set by third-party services used on our website, for example:
Squarespace platform services
analytics providers (if enabled)
embedded content providers (if used)
marketing/advertising tools (if enabled)
These third parties may process information according to their own privacy and cookie policies.
Your choices
When you first visit our website, you may be shown a cookie banner or settings tool that lets you choose which optional cookies you accept.
You can usually also manage cookies through your browser settings, including blocking or deleting cookies. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect how the website functions, including checkout features.
How long cookies last
Some cookies are deleted when you close your browser (session cookies). Others remain on your device for a set period or until deleted (persistent cookies).
The exact duration depends on the cookie and the provider setting it.
Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect legal, technical or operational changes. The latest version will always be shown on this page with the updated date.
Contact us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or similar technologies, please contact:
Kista
Unit 22, Daniel Street Industrial Estate
Daniel Street
Whitworth
Lancashire
OL12 8BX
United Kingdom
hello@kista.co.uk