StemToysOnline.com
Operated by Twin Isles Export Ltd.
Effective Date: 15/02/2026
Twin Isles Export Ltd. (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies (together, “cookies”) on StemToysOnline.com to ensure the site functions correctly, to understand how visitors use the site, and—where you choose—to deliver personalised advertising and measure marketing performance.
Company Details:
Twin Isles Export Ltd. (Company No. 804995)
VAT No. IE4548222NH
6 Fern Road, Sandyford, Dublin D18 FP98, Ireland
Email: hello@stemtoysonline.com
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, improve user experience, and provide reporting information.
We may also use similar technologies such as pixels, tags, SDKs, and local storage (for simplicity, all referred to as “cookies” in this policy).
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Strictly Necessary (Essential) Cookies
Required for the website to function, including security, fraud prevention, page navigation, and checkout/cart features. - Preferences / Functional Cookies (where enabled)
Help remember choices you make (e.g., language, region), and improve site functionality. - Analytics / Performance Cookies (optional)
Help us understand how visitors interact with the site (e.g., pages visited, time on site, errors). This supports site improvement and performance optimisation. - Advertising / Targeting Cookies (optional)
Used to deliver relevant adverts, limit repetition, measure ad performance, and help us understand effectiveness of campaigns (e.g., via Google Ads).
3. Legal Basis Under EU Law
In Ireland and the EU, strictly necessary cookies may be placed without consent because they are required to provide a service you request (e.g., shopping cart, secure checkout).
For analytics, functional, and advertising cookies, we rely on your consent (GDPR Article 6(1)(a) and ePrivacy rules). You may withdraw or change your consent at any time.
4. Cookies We Use
The cookies used on this website typically fall into the categories below. Actual cookies may vary depending on configuration, plugins, and updates.
A) Strictly Necessary Cookies (Always On)
Examples include:
- WooCommerce / WordPress session cookies (cart, checkout session, login state)
- Security and fraud-prevention cookies
- Load balancing / performance cookies (if enabled by hosting)
These cookies cannot be disabled via our cookie settings because the site may not function correctly without them.
B) Analytics Cookies (Optional)
We use:
- Google Analytics to analyse website traffic and user behaviour (aggregated and statistical reporting).
Analytics cookies may collect:
- IP address (often truncated or otherwise protected depending on configuration)
- device and browser information
- visited pages and actions taken
- approximate location (country/city level)
C) Advertising Cookies (Optional)
We may use:
- Google Ads conversion tracking and remarketing features
- Google Merchant Center-related tracking (where applicable to measure performance and improve shopping ads)
Advertising cookies may be used to:
- measure conversions (e.g., purchases) from ads
- build audiences for remarketing (showing ads to people who visited the site)
- improve ad relevance and reporting
5. Cookie Duration
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies: deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: remain until they expire or you delete them
Cookie lifespans vary by provider and configuration. You can view cookie details in your browser settings and/or in our cookie consent panel (where available).
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
A) Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customise your preferences
You can update your preferences anytime by using the cookie settings link on our website (if enabled) or by clearing cookies in your browser.
B) Browser Controls
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings, including blocking or deleting cookies. Note: blocking essential cookies may prevent checkout or parts of the site from working.
7. Third-Party Cookies and Controls
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use. These third parties may act as independent controllers for their cookies/data depending on the specific service.
Key third parties may include:
- Google Analytics / Google Ads
You can manage Google advertising personalisation via Google’s Ads Settings and/or opt out using industry tools. - Stripe / PayPal
Payment processing may involve cookies or similar technologies necessary for secure transactions and fraud prevention. - Hostinger Reach Mailing (email marketing)
May use tracking technologies for campaign performance where enabled and lawful.
Where third-party cookies are used, their privacy practices are governed by their own policies.
8. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers send “Do Not Track” signals. There is no universal standard for interpreting these signals, and we do not currently respond to them in a uniform way. You can still manage cookies using the methods described above.
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our website services. The “Last Updated” date will be revised accordingly. Where required by law, we will request renewed consent.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about cookies or data protection:
Twin Isles Export Ltd.
6 Fern Road, Sandyford, Dublin D18 FP98, Ireland
Email: hello@stemtoysonline.com
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with the Data Protection Commission (Ireland).