Cookie policy
Last updated: 28 July 2026
Cookies are small files stored on your device by a website. We use a small number of them, and we only set non-essential cookies after you have agreed.
Categories we use
- Strictly necessary — required for the site, basket and checkout to work. These do not need consent and cannot be switched off.
- Analytics — optional. Helps us see which pages are useful. Off unless you allow it.
- Marketing and embedded content — optional. Covers the Google Maps embed on our contact page. Off unless you allow it.
Cookies in detail
| Name | Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| hm_cookie_consent_v1 | Strictly necessary (local storage) | Remembers your cookie choices so we do not ask again on every page. | Until you clear it |
| Basket and checkout storage | Strictly necessary | Keeps the items in your packing materials basket while you browse and check out. | Session / until basket cleared |
| Stripe (__stripe_mid, __stripe_sid) | Strictly necessary | Set by our payment provider to process payments securely and prevent fraud. Only set when you go to checkout. | Session to 1 year |
| Google Maps (NID, and similar) | Marketing / embedded content | Set by Google when you choose to load the map on our contact page. The map is not loaded until you allow it. | Up to 6 months |
Changing your choices
You can change or withdraw your consent at any time.
You can also block or delete cookies in your browser settings, though some parts of the site may not work as expected.
More information
See our privacy policy for how we handle personal data, or contact us at contact@herculesmovers.co.uk.