Cookie Policy

Last updated: 15/06/2026

This Cookie Policy explains how COSMOS HIGH TECH LTD (“we”, “us” and “our”) makes use of cookies and comparable technologies to recognise your device when you visit our website at https://cosmos-hitech.com (the “Website”). It sets out what these technologies are, why we use them, and the choices you have for controlling them.

This Policy is intended to be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.

Scope

This Cookie Policy applies to every website, subdomain and online property that we run, together with the services we make available to users worldwide. Where we rely on external sub-processors or suppliers — for instance analytics tools, advertising networks, or payment and security providers — those parties may also set cookies, and the third-party cookies in question are addressed further below.

1. What are cookies?

A cookie is a small data file stored on your computer or mobile device when you open a website. Site operators use them widely to make their sites work, to run them more efficiently, and to generate reporting data.

Where this Policy refers to “cookies and similar technologies”, that expression is meant to include cookies, web beacons, pixels, local storage and other comparable identifiers.

Legal basis under UK law (UK GDPR & PECR)

For users located in the United Kingdom (and elsewhere where relevant), the lawful bases for our use of cookies follow the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) together with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR). For non-essential cookies that are not strictly necessary, we act on the basis of the user’s explicit consent under Article 6(1)(a) UK GDPR, consent being a PECR requirement for such cookies.

For strictly necessary cookies we may instead rely on our legitimate interests under Article 6(1)(f) UK GDPR, but only to the degree needed to run the website; for analytics and advertising cookies that are not strictly necessary, we obtain affirmative opt-in consent.

2. Why do we use cookies?

We set both first-party and third-party cookies for a number of reasons. Certain cookies are technically necessary for the Website to operate, and we describe these as “essential” or “strictly necessary”. Other cookies let us recognise and respond to the interests of our visitors so as to improve their experience across our online properties. Third parties also set cookies through our Website for advertising, analytics and related purposes.

3. Types of cookies we use

Consistent with the categories of data we collect (described in the relevant section of our Privacy Policy), the cookie categories we use are as follows:

3.1. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for providing the services offered through our Website and for using particular features, such as reaching secured areas. Because they are required for the Website to work, you cannot decline them without affecting how the Website behaves (for example, retaining the contents of your basket throughout checkout).

3.2. Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information — usually in aggregated form — that helps us understand how visitors use our Website (Usage Data), gauge how well our marketing performs, and adapt the Website to better suit our visitors.

3.3. Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance how our Website performs and functions, although the Website can still be used without them. Where they are switched off, however, some features (such as embedded video or chat support) may stop working.

3.4. Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies make the advertising you see more relevant. They do things such as stopping the same advert from repeating endlessly, confirming that adverts display correctly for advertisers and, in some cases, selecting advertising that reflects your interests.

4. Third-Party Cookies on our Website

As noted in our Privacy Policy, we use external providers for payment processing (for example, to handle refunds under our Refund and Return Policy) and for security. Those providers may place cookies in your browser in order to:

  • identify fraud and strengthen security;
  • process payments smoothly;
  • assess how the website is performing.

We also work with third-party analytics and advertising suppliers (for example Google Analytics, Google Ads, Meta/Facebook and advertising networks). These suppliers may set cookies on your device and gather information about what you do over time and across different websites. We do not govern how these cookies are set — please consult each third party’s own policies for details and to use any opt-out options.

Where a third party transfers personal data beyond the UK/EEA, we require suitable safeguards to be in place (for instance reliance on an adequacy decision, Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs), or Binding Corporate Rules where relevant). You are welcome to contact us for further detail on transfers and the safeguards applied.

5. How we obtain and record consent?

Consent for non-essential cookies is gathered through a clear cookie banner (consent manager) presented on your first visit, which:

  • sets out the categories of cookies;
  • allows you to choose between “Accept all”, “Reject non-essential” or “Manage preferences” with granular per-category controls; and
  • includes a link to this Cookie Policy.

We record the choice made, the date and time, the IP address (where this is needed for compliance) and the version of the banner or policy that was shown. Consent records are retained for 12 months unless a longer statutory retention period applies. Where we make material changes to the scope or purpose of non-essential cookies, we will ask users to renew their consent.

6. How can I control cookies?

You decide whether to accept or decline cookies.

Cookie settings / banner: You can change your cookie preferences whenever you wish by selecting the “Cookie Settings” link on our Website (or the cookie icon in the footer). This reopens the consent manager so that you can adjust or withdraw your consent.

Browser controls: You can configure your browser settings to accept or refuse cookies. If you choose to refuse them, you can still use our Website, though access to some areas and features may be reduced.

Disabling most interest-based advertising: Most advertising networks offer a means of opting out of targeted advertising. Commonly used opt-out resources include the EU’s YourOnlineChoices, the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) in the U.S. and the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA); Google and Meta also run ad-preference centres. Opting out of targeted advertising does not remove advertising altogether, but is intended to stop advertising tailored to your interests.

To opt out of Google Analytics across websites, you can download and install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on. For other analytics or advertising providers, please refer to their published opt-out mechanisms.

7. Retention of cookie data

We keep cookie identifiers and the related analytics or consent information only for as long as needed for the purposes described in this Policy. As a general guide:

  • session cookies — expire when you close your browser;
  • persistent cookies used for functionality, analytics or ad targeting — usually last up to 12 months unless a third party specifies otherwise. Consent records are kept for 12 months.

8. Children

Our Website and products are meant solely for people aged 18 or over. For that reason, we do not knowingly set cookies that gather personal data from anyone under 18. If we find that we have collected personal data through cookies from a child under 18, we will move quickly to erase that information and cancel the related consent records.

9. Changes to this Cookie Policy

We may revise this Cookie Policy from time to time, for example to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal or regulatory reasons. Please revisit it occasionally so that you stay aware of how we use cookies and related technologies.

Both the Policy and the cookie consent banner are version-controlled. We will signal material changes to our use of cookies by updating the “Last updated” date and, where appropriate, by asking users to renew their consent.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about how we use cookies or other technologies, please email us at info@cosmos-hitech.com or write to us at:

COSMOS HIGH TECH LTD
1 Argyle Street, Bath, BA2 4RF, United Kingdom
Company Number: 09099499
VAT Number: 485171180

If you would like details of the cookies our Website currently sets, of the third-party processors involved and any safeguards for international transfers, or if you wish to exercise any data-subject rights in respect of cookie data (access, rectification, erasure, restriction, objection, portability), please contact us at info@cosmos-hitech.com.

Where applicable, you may also lodge a complaint with your local supervisory authority.