Last Updated: September 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how sophietully.com ('we', 'us', or 'our') uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website (sophietully.com).
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.
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1. WHAT ARE COOKIES?
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Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, improve user experience, and provide analytical information to website owners.
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Cookies can be:
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First-Party Cookies: Set directly by our website.
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Third-Party Cookies: Set by external service providers (e.g., analytics, payment processors, embedded videos).
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Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire once you close your browser.
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Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted.​
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2. HOW WE USE COOKIES
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​We use cookies to:
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Ensure the core functional operations of the website work correctly.
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Remember your preferences (such as cookie consent choices).
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Understand how visitors interact with our content so we can improve site usability.
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Facilitate secure bookings, digital downloads, and payments.​
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3. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE
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A. Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies:
These cookies are required for the operation of our 'Website'. They enable core functionalities such as website navigation, access to secure areas, order processing, and booking checkout. Under UK law, these do not require your consent.​
Cookie Name: PHPSESSID / session_id
Provider: sophietully.com
Purpose: Maintains user session state during browsing.
Duration: Session
Cookie Name: cookie_consent
Provider: sophietully.com
Purpose: Remembers your cookie preferences.
Duration: 1 Year​
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B. Analytical / Performance Cookies:
These cookies allow us to count page 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 is aggregated and anonymous.
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Cookie Name: _ga
Provider: Google Analytics
Purpose: Distinguishes unique users for analytics.
Duration: 2 Years
Cookie Name: _gid
Provider: Google Analytics
Purpose: Distinguishes users for analytics tracking.
Duration: 24 Hours​
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C. Functional / Third-Party Embedded Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our pages (such as calendar booking systems, newsletter sign-up forms, or payment portals).
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Cookie Name: stripe_*
Provider: Stripe
Purpose: Used to process secure online payments.
Duration: Session / Persistent
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Cookie Name: paypal_*
Provider: PayPal
Purpose: Used to process secure online payments and transaction fraud prevention.
Duration: Session / Persistent
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Cookie Name: _fbp / _fbc
Provider: Flow / GoHighLevel (Meta Pixel)
Purpose: Tracks conversions from Facebook/Instagram ads and manages marketing attribution.
Duration: 90 Days / Persistent
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Cookie Name: gh_session / fhl_*
Provider: Flow / GoHighLevel
Purpose: Maintains session state, tracks funnel progress, and handles form submissions on booking/landing pages.
Duration: Session / Persistent
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Note: Third-party cookies are managed by their respective providers, and their exact lifespans or functional details may be updated by those providers independently.
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4. MANAGING & CONSENTING TO COOKIES
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When you first visit sophietully.com, a cookie consent banner will appear requesting your permission to place non-essential (Analytical and Functional) cookies on your device. Non-essential cookies are withheld until active consent is provided.
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Accept All: Consents to the placement of all cookies.
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Reject Non-Essential: Only essential cookies needed for the site to run will be stored.
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Preferences: Allows you to select which specific categories of cookies you consent to.
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You can change or withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the 'Cookie Settings' link located in the CookieScript pop-up consent box.
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5. HOW TO DISABLE COOKIES IN YOUR BROWSER
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In addition to our consent banner, you can control and block cookies through your web browser settings. Disabling essential cookies may impact the performance and functionality of this 'Website'.
To find out how to manage cookies on popular browsers, visit:
For general information on cookies and how to manage them, visit aboutcookies.org or allaboutcookies.org.​​​​
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6. CHANGES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY
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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 revisit this page regularly to stay informed.​​​
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7. CONTACT US
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If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other tracking technologies, please contact us at:
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Email: hello@sophietully.com
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Website: sophietully.com​​
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Address: The Gardens, Baldock, Hertfordshire, SG7 6AD, United Kingdom
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