Last updated: 5 February 2026
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Garden Plants Online (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit www.gardenplantsonline.co.uk.
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners.
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
2. What cookies we use
We use the following categories of cookies:
a) Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function correctly. They enable core functionality such as:
- Secure checkout
- Payment processing
- Shopping basket functionality
- Fraud prevention
These cookies cannot be switched off in our systems and do not require your consent under UK law.
b) Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website, so we can improve performance and usability. For example, they may collect information about:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on the website
- Error messages encountered
We only use these cookies with your consent. Data collected is aggregated and anonymised where possible.
c) Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as preferences) to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation.
These cookies are only placed if you give consent.
d) Payment & Security Cookies
When you make a purchase, our payment service providers may set cookies to:
- Process payments securely
- Prevent fraudulent transactions
- Comply with legal and regulatory obligations
These cookies are necessary for completing transactions safely.
3. Third-party cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by trusted third parties, such as:
- Payment processors
- Analytics providers
- Fraud-prevention services
These third parties may process personal data in accordance with their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their policies for further information.
4. Managing your cookie preferences
You can manage or withdraw your cookie consent at any time by:
- Using our cookie consent banner/settings
- Adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
5. Legal basis for using cookies
Under UK data protection law:
- Strictly necessary cookies are used on the basis of legitimate interest
- All other cookies are used only with your explicit consent
6. Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law or how we use cookies. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.
7. Contact us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies, please contact us at:
Email: Form
Website: https://www.gardenplantsonline.co.uk/