Cookie Policy
Understanding how we use cookies on our website
Last updated: January 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their site is being used.
Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device after you close your browser, while session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.
2. How We Use Cookies
orchard-saga uses cookies for several purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as the website cannot function without them.
- Cookie Consent: Stores your cookie preferences so we do not repeatedly ask for consent
- Session Management: Maintains your session while browsing the website
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences and choices you make on the website.
- Form Data: Temporarily stores form information to improve your experience when completing enquiries
- Preferences: Remembers settings such as language or region preferences
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the website's performance and user experience.
- Page Views: Tracks which pages are visited most frequently
- Traffic Sources: Shows how visitors found our website
- User Behaviour: Provides insights into how users navigate the site
3. Third-Party Cookies
In some cases, we may use cookies provided by trusted third parties. These third-party cookies may include:
- Analytics services to help us understand website usage patterns
- Social media platforms if you choose to share our content
We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective privacy policies of these third parties for more information about their cookies and how to manage them.
4. Cookies We Use
Below is a list of the main cookies used on our website:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookieConsent | Stores your cookie consent preference | 1 year |
| sessionData | Maintains session state during browsing | Session |
| formData | Temporarily stores form information | Session |
5. Managing Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:
Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these options in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. The following links provide information on how to manage cookies in common browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
Opt-Out Links
Some third-party services provide opt-out mechanisms. For example, you can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to operate. Disabling other cookies may affect:
- Your ability to complete forms and enquiries
- Remembering your preferences
- Our ability to improve the website based on usage data
7. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we may use local storage to store information on your device. Local storage is similar to cookies but allows for larger amounts of data to be stored. The information stored locally is used for the same purposes as our cookies and can be managed through your browser settings.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page indicates when the policy was last revised.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
orchard-saga
42 Greenleaf Avenue
Richmond VIC 3121
Australia
Email: [email protected]