Cookie Policy

Last Updated: November 9, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Runestone Miniworks (“we,” “our,” “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website www.runestoneminiworks.com (the “Site”).

By continuing to browse or use our Site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you disable them through your browser settings or our cookie banner preferences tool.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or device when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently, provide analytics data, and enable personalized experiences such as remembering your preferences or shopping cart items.

Cookies may be:

  • First-party cookies: set by our website directly.

  • Third-party cookies: set by other companies (e.g., analytics or advertising providers).

2. Types of Cookies We Use

a. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as adding items to your basket or filling in forms.

Examples include:

  • Keeping you logged in during checkout.

  • Remembering items in your cart.

  • Maintaining site security.

b. Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Site, so we can improve functionality and user experience.

We use Squarespace Analytics and may use Google Analytics to gather aggregated information such as:

  • Number of visits and traffic sources.

  • Most popular pages or products.

  • How visitors navigate our Site.

Data collected through these cookies is anonymised and used for statistical purposes.

c. Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance functionality and personalization, for example:

  • Remembering your region or language preferences.

  • Saving your selected display options.

If you disable these cookies, parts of the Site may not work properly.

d. Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies may be set by us or by our advertising partners to:

  • Deliver relevant ads and marketing communications.

  • Limit how often you see an ad.

  • Measure ad campaign performance.

You can opt out of these cookies at any time through your cookie preferences or browser settings.

3. Cookies Used by Squarespace

Our Site is powered by Squarespace, which may use cookies for essential site functionality, analytics, and to enable secure transactions.
You can view Squarespace’s own cookie documentation here:
👉 https://support.squarespace.com/hc/en-us/articles/360001264507

4. Managing and Disabling Cookies

You can control cookies through:

  • Our Cookie Consent Banner: shown when you first visit the Site, allowing you to accept or reject optional cookies.

  • Browser settings: you can block or delete cookies through your browser. Instructions are available via:

Please note: disabling essential cookies may impact the functionality of our Site.

5. How Long Cookies Are Stored

Cookies remain on your device for different periods:

  • Session cookies: deleted when you close your browser.

  • Persistent cookies: remain until they expire or you delete them.

Expiration periods vary by cookie type and purpose.

6. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, law, or our business practices.
The latest version will always be available on this page, with the “Last Updated” date indicating the most recent revision.

7. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact:

Runestone Miniworks
Maidstone, United Kingdom
📧 Email: info@runestoneminiworks.com
🌐 www.runestoneminiworks.com