Last updated: 15th September 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Hats World (MCR) Ltd (“we”, “our”, “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. It should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites work more efficiently, improve your browsing experience, and provide information to the website owner.
Cookies may be:
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Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
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Persistent cookies – stored until they expire or are deleted
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First-party cookies – set by us directly
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Third-party cookies – set by other companies (e.g., Google)
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
(a) Strictly Necessary Cookies
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Required for the website to function (e.g., account login, shopping cart, checkout).
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These cannot be switched off in our systems.
(b) Performance & Analytics Cookies
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To understand how visitors use our site (e.g., which pages are most popular).
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Helps us improve website functionality and user experience.
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Example: Google Analytics.
(c) Functional Cookies
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To remember your preferences (e.g., location, language, login details).
(d) Advertising & Targeting Cookies
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To deliver relevant ads and measure campaign performance.
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May be set by us or third-party providers.
(e) Security & Anti-Spam Cookies
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To protect our site and forms from spam and abuse.
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Example: Google reCAPTCHA v2, which analyses interactions to distinguish humans from bots.
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reCAPTCHA use is subject to the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
3. Cookies We Use
The specific cookies used on our site may include:
| Cookie Type | Example | Purpose | Duration |
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| Strictly Necessary | Session cookies | Enable login, checkout, secure browsing | Session only |
| Analytics | _ga, _gid (Google Analytics) | Track website usage and performance | 1 day – 2 years |
| Functional | Preference cookies | Remember language, login, preferences | Varies |
| Advertising | Google Ads cookies | Show relevant ads across the web | Varies |
| Security | reCAPTCHA cookies | Prevent spam and automated abuse | Session only |
(Note: actual cookies depend on your integrations. You should run a cookie scan with a tool like CookieYes, OneTrust, or manually check via browser developer tools to generate a full live list.)
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third parties we use, including:
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Google Analytics (analytics and performance)
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Google Ads (advertising and remarketing)
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Google reCAPTCHA (security and fraud prevention)
We do not control these cookies directly. Please check the third-party providers’ privacy policies for more details.
5. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
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Browser settings – Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies.
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Cookie banner/consent tool – When you first visit our website, you can choose which cookies you accept or decline (except strictly necessary cookies).
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Opt-out tools – For Google Analytics, you can install the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on.
Please note: if you block cookies, some features of our website may not function properly.
6. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the law, technology, or how we use cookies. Updates will be posted on this page with a new "Last updated" date.