Last updated: 09/05/2025
How We Use Cookies and Similar Technologies
This Cookie Policy explains how House of Cypress ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website at https://www.houseofcypress.com.au (the "Website"). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.
In some cases, cookies may collect personal information or become personal information when combined with other data.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function properly, enhance performance, provide security, and collect usage analytics.
Cookies set by House of Cypress are "first-party cookies." Cookies set by third parties (such as Google or Meta) are "third-party cookies," used for advertising, analytics, and interactive features.
Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
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Operate our website effectively
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Secure your account and maintain login sessions
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Analyze website usage and improve performance
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Personalize content and ads
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Enable third-party integrations such as Google Analytics and Shopify Payments
Types of Cookies We Use
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Essential Cookies: Required for core site functionality (e.g., customer login, shopping cart).
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Performance & Analytics Cookies: Used to track site performance and understand user behavior.
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Marketing & Advertising Cookies: Help display relevant ads and measure ad effectiveness.
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Functionality Cookies: Enhance user experience (e.g., remembering location or preferences).
A full list of cookies we use is available below and may vary depending on your session.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You may control or disable cookies at any time through:
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Our Cookie Consent Manager (available on first visit and in the footer)
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Your browser settings (see Chrome, Firefox, Safari, etc.)
Please note: Disabling cookies may affect the availability or functionality of certain features.
Other Tracking Technologies
We may also use web beacons, pixels, and similar technologies to track user activity and improve performance. These technologies work with cookies and are used in emails, advertising, and analytics tools.
Flash Cookies & Local Storage
We may use local storage and Flash cookies for fraud prevention and session control. You can manage these in your browser or Flash player settings.
Targeted Advertising
We and third-party partners (e.g., Google, Meta, Bing) may use cookies to show you personalized ads based on your browsing behaviour. These cookies do not collect personally identifiable information unless you voluntarily provide it.
To opt out of targeted advertising, visit:
- Australian Best Practice Guidelines for Third Party Interest Based Advertising
- Your Online Choices Australia
- Digital Advertising Alliance
- Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The revised version will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review it periodically.
Contact Us
House of Cypress
Level 1, Suite 107 / 17 Bolton Street
Newcastle NSW 2300
Email: sales@houseofcypress.com.au