Cookies Policy

Last updated: 7th March 2025

This Website (referred to in these “terms of use” as the website) is owned and operated by The Sugar Hobby, who is referred to in this Cookie Policy as “we”, “us”, “our” and similar grammatical forms.

We reserve the right to update this Cookie Policy periodically and will notify users of any material changes through a prominent notice on our Website. Your continued use of the Website after such modifications will constitute your acknowledgment of the modified Cookie Policy.

Our Cookie Policy explains how we collect and manage information through cookies and similar technologies on our Wix-powered website. This policy aims to provide you with clear and transparent information about how we use these technologies in accordance with the Australian Privacy Principles.

When you visit our website, which is hosted on the Wix.com platform, information about your browsing activity is collected through cookies and similar tracking technologies. Cookies are small text files that are transferred to your device through your web browser (with your consent, where required by law). These technologies are used by both Wix.com and our website to:

Understand how you interact with our website
Track which pages you visit and in what sequence
Remember your preferences and settings
Process your online transactions securely
Improve our website's performance and your user experience

While we collect and analyse anonymous technical information through these cookies, this data is handled in accordance with the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) and the Australian Privacy Principles. Some cookies are essential for the website's basic functions, while others are optional and can be managed through your browser settings. For detailed information about Wix's data collection practices, you can refer to Wix.com's Privacy Policy in addition to our own Privacy Policy.

Types of cookies we use

1. Essential/Necessary Cookies

These cookies are strictly necessary for the operation of our Website. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt-out of these cookies as they are essential for the Website to function properly. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.

2. Functional/Preference Cookies

These cookies enable us to remember your preferences and provide enhanced, personalised features. They may be set by us or third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you disable these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.

3. Analytics/Performance Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources to measure and improve the performance of our Website. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site. All information these cookies collect is aggregated and anonymous. If you disable these cookies, we cannot learn how our site is performing and improve your user experience.

4. Marketing/Advertising Cookies

These cookies track your browsing habits to enable us to show advertising which is more likely to be of interest to you. They are usually placed by advertising networks with our permission. They remember that you have visited a website and this information is shared with other organisations such as advertisers. You can opt-out of these cookies using your browser settings or the respective advertising platform settings.

5. Social Media Cookies

These cookies are set by social media services that we have added to the site to enable you to share our content with your networks and friends. They can track your browser across other sites and build a profile of your interests. This may impact the content and messages you see on other websites you visit. If you do not allow these cookies, you may not be able to use or see these sharing tools.

You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain categories of cookies may impact your experience on our Website. For more detailed information about these cookies and how to manage them, please refer to our Privacy Policy or contact us directly.

Why do we use “cookies” and other web use tracking technologies?

When you access our Website, we use cookies and similar technologies that may be downloaded to your device. These are small files containing a unique identification (ID) number, which help us improve your browsing experience and comply with the Australian Privacy Principles. We use these cookies to recognise your device during subsequent visits, analyse website traffic, and enhance site functionality. While cookies can collect certain technical information, they cannot access personal information such as your name, address, or email address unless you explicitly provide it. You can modify your browser settings to control cookie usage, though this may affect some website functions. For more information about how we handle your privacy, please refer to our Privacy Policy.
We can also log the internet protocol address (IP address) of visitors to our Website so that we can work out the countries in which the computers are located.
We collect information using “cookies” and other tracking technologies for the following reasons:
1. to help us monitor the performance of our Website so that we can improve the operation of the Website and the services we offer;
2. to provide personalised services to each user of our Website to make their navigation through our Website easier and more rewarding to the user;
3. to sell advertising on the Website in order to meet some of the costs of operating the Website and improve the content on the Website; and
4. when we have permission from the user, to market the services we provide by sending emails that are personalised to what we understand are the interests of the user.
Even if you have given us permission to send you emails, you can, at any time, decide not to receive further emails and will be able to “unsubscribe” from that service.
In addition to our own cookies, we use various third-party cookies for analytics, advertising, and payment processing. These third-party providers include:
1. Google Analytics: Used to analyse website traffic, user behaviour, and improve our services. You can opt-out through Google Analytics' opt-out browser add-on.
2. Meta Ads (Facebook): Helps deliver targeted advertisements and track ad performance. You can manage these preferences through your Facebook account settings or the Meta Ad preferences page.
3. PayPal: Processes secure payments and maintains transaction security. Cookie preferences can be managed through your PayPal account settings.
4. Stripe: Facilitates secure payment processing and fraud prevention. You can manage these through your browser settings or Stripe's cookie policy. You can manage third-party cookies through your browser settings or by visiting each provider's respective privacy/cookie management pages. Please note that blocking certain third-party cookies may impact site functionality and your user experience.

Third-Party Partners and Services

Our website utilises various third-party services through the Wix platform to enhance functionality and user experience. These partners may include:

Wix.com: Our website hosting platform, which provides essential website functionality and analytics
Payment processors (such as PayPal and Stripe) for secure transaction handling
Google Analytics for website traffic analysis
Meta (Facebook) for social media integration and advertising
Marketing and email service providers

These third-party services may use their own cookies and tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing behaviour. While we carefully select our partners and maintain appropriate data processing agreements, each third-party service operates under its own privacy policy. We encourage you to review these policies for complete information about how your data is processed.

You can manage third-party cookie preferences through your browser settings or the respective service providers' privacy controls. Please note that disabling certain third-party cookies may affect website functionality. For specific questions about how third-party services handle your data, you can contact us directly or refer to the relevant service provider's privacy policy.

What are your choices regarding cookies?

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise this right by adjusting your web browser settings. Most browsers provide detailed instructions on how to manage cookies through their 'Help', 'Settings' or 'Preferences' sections:

Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

Please note that if you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Essential cookies required for basic site functionality cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to work. For third-party cookies, you may also need to visit the respective service provider's website to opt out of their tracking technologies.

For more information about cookies and your privacy rights, you can visit the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner's website (www.oaic.gov.au) or consult your browser's help documentation.

Owner and Data Controller

The Sugar Hobby
Owner contact email: jath@thesugarhobby.com

While we strive to maintain accurate and up-to-date information about third-party tracking technologies used on our Website, these technologies are not entirely under our control and may be subject to changes by their respective providers. For the most current and comprehensive information about how these technologies collect and process your data, we recommend reviewing the privacy policies of the third-party services mentioned in this document.

As a digital business serving an international audience, we understand that privacy requirements and tracking technology regulations vary across different jurisdictions. We are committed to Australian Privacy Principles.

Contact Us About Our Policies

For any enquiries, concerns, or requests related to our policies and data practices, please contact us at jath@thesugarhobby.com regarding:

Terms and Conditions clarification or questions
Cookie policy information and preferences
Privacy policy inquiries
Data access or deletion requests
Updates to your communication preferences
General privacy or security concerns

We aim to respond to all enquiries within 30 days. For urgent matters, please indicate this in your email subject line. Your privacy rights are important to us, and we are committed to addressing your concerns promptly and thoroughly in accordance with applicable privacy laws and regulations.