Cookie Policy
Last updated: 22 February 2026
This policy explains how Katie McCormick, trading as Katie McCormick Stylist, uses cookies on this website, in compliance with the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations 2003 (PECR) and the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR).
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work or work more efficiently, and to provide information to the website owner.
2. Cookies We Use
We use only strictly necessary cookies. We do not use any third-party analytics, advertising, or tracking cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Maintains your session state across page requests. Required for security features such as CSRF protection. | Strictly necessary | Session (deleted when you close your browser) |
| cookie_consent | Records that you have acknowledged and accepted our use of cookies via the cookie banner. | Strictly necessary | 1 year |
3. Strictly Necessary Cookies
Under Regulation 6 of PECR, strictly necessary cookies do not require your consent because they are essential for the website to function. The cookies listed above fall within this exemption as they are necessary for the provision of the service you have requested (browsing the website and submitting enquiries).
We nonetheless present a cookie banner to inform you of their use, in line with ICO guidance on transparency.
4. Third-Party Cookies
We do not set any third-party cookies. However, if you click through to external websites (such as Instagram), those sites may set their own cookies. We have no control over third-party cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of any third-party websites you visit.
5. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored on your device and delete them individually or in bulk.
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies.
- Configure your browser to notify you when a cookie is set.
Please note that blocking or deleting strictly necessary cookies may affect the functionality of this website. For example, form submissions may not work correctly without the session cookie.
For guidance on managing cookies in your browser, visit allaboutcookies.org.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated "last updated" date. If we introduce any non-essential cookies in future, we will seek your consent before setting them.
7. Further Information
For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at [email protected].
For independent advice on data protection and cookies, you can contact the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO):
- Website: ico.org.uk
- Telephone: 0303 123 1113