Cookie Policy
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They help the site remember your actions and preferences (such as login, language, and other settings) over a period of time, so you don’t have to re-enter them whenever you return.
Cookies also help us understand how you use our website so we can improve the experience for all visitors.
2. How We Use Cookies
Shooting.SH uses cookies to:
- Keep you logged into secure areas of the website
- Process bookings and payments securely
- Remember your cookie preferences
- Monitor how users interact with the site (analytics)
- Improve our marketing and communication (only with consent)
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These are essential to make the website work properly.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Maintains your browsing session | Session |
| wordpress_logged_in_ | Keeps you logged into your account | Session |
| cookie_notice_accepted | Stores your cookie consent preference | 1 month |
Performance & Analytics Cookies
Used to understand how visitors interact with the website by collecting anonymous information.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Tracks user behaviour anonymously | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Session-based user tracking | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Limits data collection rate | 1 minute |
Functionality Cookies
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| wp-settings- | Customises your WordPress admin experience | 1 year |
| wp-settings-time- | Stores interface settings for the user | 1 year |
Third-Party Cookies
Stripe (for secure payments)
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| __stripe_mid | Identifies users for fraud prevention | 1 year |
| __stripe_sid | Session ID for secure checkout | 30 minutes |
Mailchimp (for newsletter forms)
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _mcid | Tracks subscription form activity | 1 year |
4. Managing Cookies
When you visit our site for the first time, you will be asked to set your cookie preferences. You can update these at any time through your browser settings.
For guidance on managing cookies in your browser:
Note: Disabling essential cookies may impact how the website functions.
5. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or how we handle your data, contact us:
- Email: team@shootingsh.com
- Phone: 07795214934
This Cookie Policy forms part of our wider
Privacy Policy and complies with the UK GDPR and Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).
Last Updated: 02/04/2025