Last Updated: 20 July 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Reynolds Opticians (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at https://reynoldsopticians.com (the “Website”). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used by website owners to make their websites work efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide reporting and analytical information.

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Reynolds Opticians) are called “first-party cookies”. Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called “third-party cookies”. Third-party cookies enable features or functionality such as interactive maps, online appointment scheduling, analytics, and targeted advertising.

2. Why Do We Use Cookies?

We use first-party and third-party cookies for several reasons:

• Strictly Necessary Cookies: Required for technical reasons so that our Website can function properly (e.g., security, navigation, page load balancing).
• Performance & Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our Website so we can improve site performance, usability, and content.
• Functional Cookies: Remember choices you make (such as preference settings) to provide enhanced and personalised features.
• Targeting & Advertising Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements or measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.

3. Categories of Cookies We Use

A. Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

• Legal Basis: Legitimate Interests / Service Provision.
• Consent Required: No.

B. Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information collected by these cookies is aggregated and anonymous.

• Providers: Google Analytics (e.g., _ga, _gid).
• Legal Basis: Consent.
• Consent Required: Yes.

C. Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the Website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages (such as online booking integrations or interactive maps).

• Legal Basis: Consent.
• Consent Required: Yes.

D. Targeting & Marketing Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners or social media platforms. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites. They do not directly store personal information, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.

• Legal Basis: Consent.
• Consent Required: Yes.

4. Specific Cookies Table

Below is a breakdown of the primary cookies that may be set when you visit our site:

(Note: Additional third-party cookies may be set depending on embedded features like Google Maps or appointment booking widgets.)

5. How Can You Control Cookies?

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject non-essential cookies.

A. Our Cookie Preference Manager

When you first visit our Website, a cookie banner will appear allowing you to accept all cookies, decline non-essential cookies, or manage your individual preferences. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Manage Cookie Preferences” link in the footer of our website.

B. Web Browser Controls

You can set or amend your web browser controls to accept or refuse cookies. If you choose to reject cookies via browser settings, you may still use our Website, though access to some functionality and areas may be restricted.

To opt out of being tracked by Google Analytics across all websites, visit:

https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

To learn more about managing cookies across popular browsers:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Apple Safari
• Microsoft Edge

6. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Please re-visit this policy regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies and related technologies.

7. Contact Us

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

• Business Name: Reynolds Opticians
• Email: info@rseyecare.com
• Address: 48 Market Jew Street, Penzance, TR18 8LN
• Phone: (01736) 366239