Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 9, 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide information to website owners, and enhance your browsing experience.
This Cookie Policy explains how RatedStylists UK Ltd ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on app.ratedstylists.co.uk ("Platform").
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies (Required)
Enable core functionality like authentication, security, and booking management
Performance & Analytics Cookies (Optional)
Help us understand how visitors use the Platform and improve user experience
Functional Cookies (Optional)
Remember your preferences and personalize your experience
Marketing & Advertising Cookies (Optional)
Deliver relevant ads and track campaign effectiveness
3. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains user session | Essential | Session |
| auth_token | Authentication | Essential | 30 days |
| csrf_token | Security (CSRF protection) | Essential | Session |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Analytics | 24 hours |
| user_preferences | Saves user settings | Functional | 1 year |
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel | Marketing | 3 months |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We use services from trusted third parties that may set cookies on your device:
Google Analytics
Analyzes website traffic and usage patterns.Privacy Policy
Stripe
Payment processing.Privacy Policy
Supabase
Backend infrastructure and authentication.Privacy Policy
Facebook/Meta
Advertising and remarketing.Privacy Policy
5. Your Cookie Choices
You have several options to manage cookies:
Manage Cookie Preferences
Essential Cookies
Required for the Platform to function
Analytics Cookies
Help us improve your experience
Marketing Cookies
Personalized ads and content
Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings:
- Chrome: Manage cookies in Chrome
- Firefox: Manage cookies in Firefox
- Safari: Manage cookies in Safari
- Edge: Manage cookies in Edge
Note: Blocking essential cookies may prevent you from using certain features of the Platform, such as logging in or making bookings.
6. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers support "Do Not Track" (DNT) signals. Our Platform currently does not respond to DNT signals due to lack of industry standards. We honor your cookie preferences as set through our cookie banner or this policy.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We will notify you of material changes by updating the "Last updated" date and, where appropriate, providing additional notice.
8. More Information
For more information about cookies and your privacy:
- →Read our Privacy Policy
- →Visit AllAboutCookies.org
- →Learn about UK Cookie Law (ICO)
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies:
Email: privacy@ratedstylists.co.uk
Website: Contact Form