Cookie Policy
Last updated: 27 April 2026
1. What this policy covers
This Cookie Policy explains how Quiet Velvet (“Quiet Velvet”, “we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website.It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and what choices you may have about them.If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, you can contact us at:Email: hello@quietvelvet.com
2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website.They help websites function properly, remember your preferences, understand how visitors use the site, and in some cases support analytics, marketing, or embedded third-party services.We may also use similar technologies that work in comparable ways, such as pixels, tags, scripts, or local storage tools. Where this policy refers to cookies, it also includes similar technologies where relevant.
3. Why we use cookies
We may use cookies and similar technologies to:keep the website functioning properly;remember settings or preferences;help with security and fraud prevention;understand how visitors use our website;improve performance and user experience;measure the effectiveness of campaigns or communications;support embedded content or third-party tools where used.
4. Types of cookies we may use
A. Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of the website and core services.They may be used for functions such as:page navigation;security;form submission;account login;remembering privacy or cookie choices;maintaining basic site functionality.These cookies do not usually require consent where they are genuinely necessary for the service requested.
B. Analytics cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the site, such as which pages are visited, how long users stay, and whether pages are performing properly.We use this information to improve the site and user experience.Where required by law, analytics cookies will only be used with your consent.
C. Functional cookies
These cookies help remember choices you make, such as settings or preferences, so the site can provide a more tailored experience.Depending on how they are used, these cookies may require consent.
D. Marketing or advertising cookies
These cookies may be used to measure campaign performance, track visits from advertising platforms, or help show more relevant marketing.If we use these cookies, they will only be placed where required by law and with the appropriate consent.
E. Third-party cookies
Some third-party services may set cookies when content, tools, or integrations are used on our website.These may include analytics providers, payment providers, video or media embeds, or social media tools.We do not control third-party cookies in all cases, and you should review the relevant third party’s own privacy and cookie information where applicable.
5. Legal basis and consent
Under UK rules, some cookies can be used without consent if they are strictly necessary for the website or service to function.Non-essential cookies, including many analytics, functional, and marketing cookies, may only be used where you have given valid consent.Where consent is required, Quiet Velvet will aim to obtain it through a cookie banner or similar consent tool before those cookies are placed.The ICO says organisations must clearly explain what cookies do and what they are used for, and that valid consent must be freely given, specific, informed, and involve an unambiguous positive action. The ICO has also been increasing enforcement attention on cookie banners and online tracking compliance.
6. Managing your cookie choices
You may be able to control cookies in several ways:by using the cookie banner or cookie settings tool on our website;by adjusting your browser settings to block or delete cookies;by using privacy controls offered by your device or browser.Please note that blocking some cookies may affect how the website functions.
7. Cookies used by website platforms and service providers
Quiet Velvet may use website infrastructure and third-party providers that place cookies or use similar technologies to support hosting, analytics, forms, payments, security, or other site functions.The exact cookies in use may change from time to time as the site develops, tools are added or removed, or providers update their services.For that reason, this Cookie Policy describes the categories of cookies we use rather than listing every individual cookie by name.If a more detailed cookie inventory is added in future, this policy may be updated accordingly.
8. Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in law, technology, platform settings, or how Quiet Velvet uses cookies and similar technologies.The updated version will be posted on the website and the “Last updated” date at the top of this page will be changed.
9. Contact
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, contact: Email: hello@quietvelvet.com