Cookie Policy
Last updated: 10 October 2026
This policy explains how Saffron Rug Co. ("we") uses cookies and similar technologies on saffronrugco.com. It is written in line with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth), the Australian Privacy Principles (APPs) and the Spam Act 2003 (Cth).
1. Overview
This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them and your choices. It applies to every visitor, with or without an account. By using the website, you agree to the use of cookies as described here. Please review this policy from time to time and manage your preferences.
2. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device that record activity on a website. They help with user experience, analytics, marketing, shopping and security.
- Session cookies expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies stay for a set period.
- First-party cookies are set by our website.
- Third-party cookies are set by external services.
Cookies may store a unique identifier, an expiry date and information about your interactions.
3. How we use cookies
- Website functionality: keeping your cart and checkout working, and keeping you signed in.
- Analytics and performance: understanding how visitors use the website so we can improve it.
- Advertising: measuring our ads and showing relevant ads.
- Preferences: remembering settings such as currency.
- Security and fraud prevention: detecting suspicious activity.
4. Types of cookies we use
| Type | Purpose | Duration | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | Needed for the website to work | Session or persistent | Cart, checkout, login |
| Analytics | Understanding how the website is used | Persistent | Google Analytics, Shopify analytics |
| Functional | Remembering your preferences | Persistent | Currency, recently viewed |
| Advertising | Measuring and personalising ads | Persistent | Google Ads |
| Security | Detecting suspicious activity | Session or persistent | Fraud checks at checkout |
5. Third-party cookies
We use services such as Google Analytics, Google Ads and Shopify (including Shopify Payments), which may set their own cookies for analytics, advertising and checkout. We don't control these cookies, so please review those providers' privacy policies.
6. Cookie consent
Where required, a cookie banner appears on your first visit, allowing you to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies or manage your preferences. You can change your choice at any time in your browser settings.
7. How to manage or disable cookies
You can block or delete cookies in your browser settings (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge). To opt out of personalised ads, visit Google Ads Settings (adssettings.google.com) or YourAdChoices. Disabling essential cookies may stop your cart or checkout from working.
8. Data collected through cookies
Cookies may collect your IP address, browser and device type, pages visited, clicks and session length. They do not collect your password or full payment details.
9. Legal basis
We use cookies in line with the Privacy Act 1988, the APPs and the Spam Act 2003. Non-essential cookies are used with your consent where required.
10. Cookie duration
Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies last from 1 day to 2 years, depending on their purpose.
11. Advertising and remarketing
We may use the pages and products you view to show you relevant ads through Google Ads. You can opt out through Google Ads Settings or YourAdChoices.
12. Review of the cookies we use
We periodically review the cookies used on our website to make sure they are needed and described accurately.
13. Troubleshooting
- Your cart empties: essential cookies are probably blocked. Please allow them.
- The website doesn't remember your settings: functional cookies are probably blocked.
14. Updates to this policy
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes take effect when published. Check the "Last updated" date above.
15. Contact information
- Registered Business Name: Saffron Rug Co.
- ABN: 63 385 406 700
- Registered Address: 12 Weigand Avenue, Bankstown NSW 2200, Australia
- Email: hello@saffronrugco.com
- Phone: +61 493 530 342
- Business Hours: 10 AM–6 PM (Monday–Friday), Sydney time (AEST/AEDT)