Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2026
1. What Are Cookies?
This Cookie Policy applies to websites operated by Maison Fine Art Limited (Company No. 17030768), trading as Maison Fine Art.
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
2. How We Use Cookies
Maison Fine Art uses cookies for the following purposes:
- To keep you signed in to your account
- To remember your preferences and settings
- To understand how you use our website
- To improve our services based on usage patterns
- To process your commission orders
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as logging in or filling in forms.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| firebase-auth | Authentication session | Session |
| __stripe_mid | Payment processing | 1 year |
| __stripe_sid | Payment session | 30 minutes |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your preferences.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme | Theme preference | 1 year |
| locale | Language preference | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics ID | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics session | 2 years |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We use the following third-party services:
- Firebase - Authentication and data storage
- Stripe - Secure payment processing
- Google Analytics - Website usage analytics
5. Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies through their settings. Check your browser's help documentation for instructions.
- Opt-out tools: You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Please note that blocking cookies may affect the functionality of our website and prevent you from accessing certain features, including placing orders.
6. Changes 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 will post any changes on this page and update the "Last updated" date.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at hello@maisonfineart.co.uk