Cookie Policy

• What are cookies?
• Our Cookie Policy
• We use for the following Cookies
• Strictly Necessary Cookies
• Analytical/performance cookies
• Functionality Cookies
• Targeting Cookies
• Google Analytics
• Managing your Cookies

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files which are stored on your computer or mobile when you visit a website. They are unique to your browser and usually just contain anonymous information. These cookies can last for just the duration of your visit ("session cookies") or they can remain on your computer for longer so that the site will remember you if you come back again ("persistent cookies").

Cookies do all sorts of jobs, like storing your preferences, remembering that you've logged in or keeping your shopping basket up to date - generally making your life easier, faster and more relaxing.

If you would like some more information about cookies and you can manage them, you can visit http://www.allaboutcookies.org/.

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Our Cookie Policy

Here at Mamas & Papas, all information gathered by cookies is completely anonymous, and we can’t use it to identify you personally. We also use some third party cookies (Google and IBM Coremetrics) to help us improve the site, for example by identifying errors or helping us analyze behavior (anonymously) to make the site easier to use. The final type of cookie that we use on Mamas & Papas are targeting cookies which allow carefully selected third parties to know that you have visited http://www.mamasandpapas.com and make advertising elsewhere on the web more relevant to you and your interests.

For more information about these cookies and to change your preferences, you can visit http://www.youronlinechoices.com/.

All our cookies fall into four main categories as defined by the International Chamber of Commerce and we've listed them out below so that you know exactly what we’re doing.

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We use for the following Cookies:

• Strictly necessary cookies. These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in or filling in forms.
• Analytical/performance cookies. These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies we will not know when you have visited our site, and will not be able to monitor its performance.
• Functionality cookies. These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies then some or all of these services may not function properly.
• Targeting cookies. These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites. They do not store directly personal information, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.
• Social Media Cookies. These cookies are set by a range of social media services that we have added to the site to enable you to share our content with your friends and networks. They are capable of tracking your browser across other sites and building up a profile of your interests. This may impact the content and messages you see on other websites you visit. If you do not allow these cookies you may not be able to use or see these sharing tools.
• Google Analytics. In addition to the above, we have implemented on our website Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, Inc. ("Google"). Google Analytics uses "cookies", which are text files placed on your computer, to help the website analyse how users use the site. The information generated by the cookie about your use of the website (including your IP address) will be transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. Google will use this information for the purpose of evaluating your use of the website, compiling reports on website activity for website operators and providing other services relating to website activity and internet usage. Google may also transfer this information to third parties where required to do so by law, or where such third parties process the information on Google’s behalf. Google will not associate your IP address with any other data held by Google. You may refuse the use of cookies by selecting the appropriate settings on your browser, however please note that if you do this you may not be able to use the full functionality of this website.

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Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for Mamas and Papas to ensure that the site works correctly and don't gather any information that could be used for marketing purposes, for example they allow access to secure areas such as my account or the order form.

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Analytical/performance cookies

Performance cookies help us understand how people use our site (anonymously) and identifying errors. These help us to improve the site and make your life easier.

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Functionality Cookies

Functionality cookies are essential for the smooth running of the site, for example remembering your country.

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Targeting cookies

These cookies are used by carefully selected third parties to recognise that you have visited Mamas & Papas and help tailor advertising to your interests. All this information is completely anonymous and we do not share any personal information. You can learn more about these types of cookies (and how to turn them off) by visiting www.youronlinechoices.com

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Google Analytics

In addition to the above, we have implemented on our website Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, Inc. ("Google"). Google Analytics uses "cookies", which are text files placed on your computer, to help the website analyse how users use the site. The information generated by the cookie about your use of the website (including your IP address) will be transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States. Google will use this information for the purpose of evaluating your use of the website, compiling reports on website activity for website operators and providing other services relating to website activity and internet usage. Google may also transfer this information to third parties where required to do so by law, or where such third parties process the information on Google’s behalf. Google will not associate your IP address with any other data held by Google. You may refuse the use of cookies by selecting the appropriate settings on your browser, however please note that if you do this you may not be able to use the full functionality of this website. Additionally you can use this plugin: http://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout?hl=en

Google has developed the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. It provides website visitors more choice on how their data is collected by Google Analytics, The add-on communicates with the Google Analytics JavaScript (ga.js) to indicate that information about the website visit should not be sent to Google Analytics. If you wish to opt out you can use this plugin:http://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout?hl=en

You can find more information about the individual cookies we use and the purposes for which we use them in the table below:

We don’t believe cookies are sinister, but you can still choose to remove or disable certain cookies via your browser following the steps set out above. Please note that doing this may adversely impact your ability to use our services. Enabling cookies ensures a smoother experience when using our websites. By using our website and agreeing to this policy, you expressly consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

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Managing your Cookies

Google Chrome

To amend the cookies settings:

• 1. On your computer, open Chrome
• 2. At the top right, click More Settings
• 3. At the bottom, click Advanced
• 4. Under 'Privacy and Security' click site Settings
• 5. Click cookies see all cookies and site data remove all
• 6. Confirm by clicking Clear All

Further, more detailed instructions are available here

Internet Explorer 8, 9, 10 and 11

• 1. Select the Tools Menu
• 2. Select Internet Options
• 3. Click the Privacy Tab
• 4. Select your Preferred Settings

Further, more detailed instructions are available here

Microsoft Edge

• 1. Select the More Button
• 2. Select Settings
• 3. Select Privacy & Security
• 4. Click on the Choose what to clear button
• 5. Make sure the checkbox with Cookies and saved website data is selected
• 6. Press the Clear button

Further, more detailed instructions are available here

Mozilla Firefox

• 1. Select Options
• 2. Click Privacy

To clear cookies, select the remove individual cookies link.

Further, more detailed instructions are available here

Safari

• 1. Click on the word Safari
• 2. Select Preferences
• 3. Click the Privacy tab
• 4. Use the Block Cookies option to stop cookies
• 5. To check which specific site stores data, click Details

Further details are available here for Safari on Mac

Further details are available here for Safari on iPhone, iPod or iPad

Chrome - Android Phone/Tablet

• 1. Select Settings
• 2. Select Advanced Settings
• 3. Select Privacy
• 4. Select Clear Browsing Data

New devices and browser updates are being made all the time so please ensure you check with your devices manufacturer or browser provider.

Last updated September 2019