Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Merchant Supplies ("we", "our", or "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website.

By continuing to use our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy, subject to the choices you make through our cookie consent banner.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, tablet or mobile device when you visit a website. They help websites function correctly, remember your preferences and provide information about how visitors use the site.

Cookies cannot access files on your device or identify you personally without additional information.

How We Use Cookies

Merchant Supplies uses cookies to:

Ensure the website functions correctly.
Remember your cookie preferences.
Improve website performance and user experience.
Understand how visitors use our website.
Measure the effectiveness of our affiliate links.
Help maintain the security and reliability of the website.

Types of Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of the website and cannot be switched off. They are used for functions such as:

Security.
Cookie consent preferences.
Website functionality.
Load balancing and performance.

These cookies do not require your consent.

Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors use Merchant Supplies. They may collect anonymous information including:

Pages viewed.
Time spent on the website.
Device type.
Browser type.
General geographic location.
Referring websites.

This information helps us improve the website and identify areas that need attention.

Analytics cookies are only used where you have given your consent.

Affiliate Tracking Cookies

Merchant Supplies participates in affiliate programmes, including the Awin Affiliate Network.

When you click a product link, an affiliate tracking cookie may be placed so the supplier knows your visit originated from Merchant Supplies.

These cookies:

Help attribute referrals.
Allow us to earn a commission when qualifying purchases are made.
Do not increase the price you pay.
Do not give us access to your payment information.

Affiliate cookies are only used where required and in accordance with your cookie preferences.

Third-Party Cookies

Some services used on our website may place their own cookies.

Examples may include:

Google Analytics.
Awin Affiliate Network.
Embedded videos.
Maps or other embedded content.

These third parties are responsible for the cookies they place and their own privacy policies apply.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

When you first visit Merchant Supplies, you will be asked whether you wish to accept optional cookies.

You can change or withdraw your consent at any time using the cookie settings available on our website.

You can also manage or delete cookies through your web browser. Most browsers allow you to:

View stored cookies.
Delete existing cookies.
Block all cookies.
Block cookies from specific websites.

Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect how some parts of the website function.

Cookie Retention

Different cookies remain on your device for different periods.

Some are deleted when you close your browser (session cookies), while others remain until they expire or are manually deleted (persistent cookies).

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legislation, technology or the services we use.

The latest version will always be available on this page.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy or how Merchant Supplies uses cookies, please contact us using the details provided on our Contact page.