Privacy Policy
A Quarter Of Ltd - Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy
21st October 2019
Background:
This Policy applies to Our use of any and all data collected by us in relation to your use of Our Site. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully and ensure that you understand it. You will be required to read and accept this Privacy Policy when signing up for an Account and/or placing an Order. If you do not accept and agree with this Privacy Policy, you must stop using Our Site immediately.
1. Definitions and Interpretation
“Cookie” means a small text file placed on your computer or device by Our Site when you visit certain parts of Our Site and/or when you use certain features of Our Site. Details of the Cookies used by Our Site are set out in section 12, below;
“Our Site” means this website, https://www.AQuarterOf.co.uk;
“United Kingdom and EU Cookie Law” means the relevant parts of the Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003 as amended in 2004, 2011 and 2015; and
“We/Us/Our” means A Quarter Of Ltd , a limited company registered in England under 04681082, whose registered address and main trading address is Unit 10 Appleby Business Centre, Eden Street, Blackburn, England, BB1 3BL.
2. Information About Us
3. Scope – What Does This Policy Cover?
4. What Data Do We Collect?
4.1 name;
4.2 business/company name
4.3 contact information such as email addresses and telephone numbers;
4.4 address information including post code
4.5 financial information such as credit / debit card numbers (which we do not store ourselves but which are passed securely to our card processor, https://www.SecureTrading.com;
4.6 IP address (automatically collected);
4.7 web browser type and version (automatically collected);
4.8 computer details including operating system and screen resolution (automatically collected);
4.9 a list of URLs starting with a referring site, your activity on Our Site, and the site you exit to (automatically collected);
5. How Do We Use Your Data?
5.2 We use your data to provide the best possible products and services to you. This includes:
5.2.1 Providing and managing your Account;
5.2.2 Providing and managing your access to Our Site;
5.2.3 Personalising and tailoring your experience on Our Site;
5.2.4 Supplying Our products and services to you;
5.2.5 Personalising and tailoring Our products and services for you;
5.2.6 Responding to communications from you;
5.2.7 Supplying you with email newsletters, alerts etc. that you have subscribed to (you may unsubscribe or opt-out at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link at the bottom of all of our newsletters).
5.2.8 Market research;
5.2.9 Analysing your use of Our Site and gathering feedback to enable Us to continually improve Our Site and your user experience;
5.3 In some cases, the collection of data may be a statutory or contractual requirement, and We will be limited in the [products and] services We can provide you without your consent for Us to be able to use such data.
5.4 With your permission and/or where permitted by law, We may also use your data for marketing purposes which may include contacting you by email with information, news and offers on Our products and/or services. We will not, however, send you any unsolicited marketing or spam and will take all reasonable steps to ensure that We fully protect your rights and comply with Our obligations under the GDPR and the Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003, as amended in 2004, 2011 and 2015.
5.5 Under GDPR we will ensure that your personal data is processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently, without adversely affecting your rights. We will only process your personal data if at least one of the following basis applies:
b) processing is necessary for the performance of a contract to which you are a party or in order to take steps at the request of you prior to entering into a contract;
c) processing is necessary for compliance with a legal obligation to which we are subject;
d) processing is necessary to protect the vital interests of you or of another natural person;
e) processing is necessary for the performance of a task carried out in the public interest or in the exercise of official authority vested in the controller; and/or
f) processing is necessary for the purposes of the legitimate interests pursued by us or by a third party, except where such interests are overridden by the fundamental rights and freedoms of the data subject which require protection of personal data, in particular where the data subject is a child.
6. How and Where Do We Store Your Data?
6.2 Your data will only be stored within the European Economic Area (“the EEA”) (The EEA consists of all EU member states, plus Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein).
6.3 Data security is of great importance to Us, and to protect your data We have put in place suitable physical, electronic and managerial procedures to safeguard and secure data collected through Our Site.
6.4 Notwithstanding the security measures that We take, it is important to remember that the transmission of data via the internet may not be completely secure and that you are advised to take suitable precautions when transmitting to Us data via the internet.
7. Do We Share Your Data?
7.2 We may contract with third parties to supply products and services to you on Our behalf. These may include payment processing, delivery of goods, search engine facilities, advertising and marketing. In some cases, the third parties may require access to some or all of your data. Where any of your data is required for such a purpose, We will take all reasonable steps to ensure that your data will be handled safely, securely, and in accordance with your rights, Our obligations, and the obligations of the third party under the law. We currently contract with:
• Paypal – payment processing
• Royal Mail – delivery of goods
• FedEx – delivery of goods
• Google – analytics, advertising
• Facebook – advertising
• Vimeo – analytics and video
• Drip – email mailing list management
• Bing – advertising
• Affiliate Window – affiliate marketing
• Maxmind - fraud prevention
7.3 We may compile statistics about the use of Our Site including data on traffic, usage patterns, user numbers, sales and other information. All such data will be anonymised and will not include any personally identifying information. We may from time to time share such data with third parties such as prospective investors, affiliates, partners and advertisers. Data will only be shared and used within the bounds of the law.
7.4 In certain circumstances We may be legally required to share certain data held by Us, which may include your personal information, for example, where We are involved in legal proceedings, where We are complying with the requirements of legislation, a court order, or a governmental authority. We do not require any further consent from you in order to share your data in such circumstances and will comply as required with any legally binding request that is made of Us.
8. What Happens If Our Business Changes Hands?
8.2 In the event that any of your data is to be transferred in such a manner, you will be contacted in advance and informed of the changes. When contacted you will be given the choice to have your data deleted or withheld from the new owner or controller.
9. How Can You Control Your Data?
9.2 You may also wish to sign up to one or more of the preference services operating in the United Kingdom: The Telephone Preference Service (“the TPS”), the Corporate Telephone Preference Service (“the CTPS”), and the Mailing Preference Service (“the MPS”). These may help to prevent you receiving unsolicited marketing. Please note, however, that these services will not prevent you from receiving marketing communications that you have consented to receiving.
10. Your Right to Withhold Information and Your Right to Withdraw Information After You Have Given it
10.2 You may restrict your internet browser’s use of Cookies. For more information, see section 12.
10.3 You may withdraw your consent for Us to use your personal data as set out in section in 5 at any time by contacting Us using the details set out in section 15, and We will delete Your data from Our systems. However, you acknowledge this may limit Our ability to provide the best possible products and services to you.
11. How Can You Access Your Data?
12. What Cookies Do We Use and What For?
12.2 By using Our Site you may also receive certain third party Cookies on your computer or device. Third party Cookies are those placed by websites, services, and/or parties other than Us. We use third party Cookies on Our Site for personalising your visit to our website and for advertising services. For more details, please refer to section 5, above, and to section 12.6 below. These Cookies are not integral to the functioning of Our Site.
12.3 All Cookies used by and on Our Site are used in accordance with current English and EU Cookie Law.
12.4 Before Cookies are placed on your computer or device , subject to section 12.5 and section 12.8, you will be shown a message bar requesting your consent to set those Cookies. By giving your consent to the placing of Cookies you are enabling Us to provide the best possible experience and service to you. You may, if you wish, deny consent to the placing of Cookies; however certain features of Our Site may not function fully or as intended.
12.5 Certain features of Our Site depend on Cookies to function. United Kingdom and EU Cookie Law deems these Cookies to be “strictly necessary”. These Cookies are shown below in section 12.6. Your consent will not be sought to place these Cookies. You may still block these Cookies by changing your internet browser’s settings as detailed below in section 12.10, but please be aware that Our Site may not work as intended if you do so. We have taken great care to ensure that your privacy is not at risk by allowing them.
COOKIE NAME | PROVIDER | TYPE | EXPIRY |
language | aquarterof.co.uk | HTTP | 29 days |
Cookie purpose description: Saves the user's preferred language on the website. | |||
PHPSESSID | aquarterof.co.uk | HTTP | Session |
Cookie purpose description: Preserves user session state across page requests. | |||
lang | aquarterof.co.uk | HTTP | Session |
Cookie purpose description: Remembers the user's selected language version of a website | |||
persistent_cart | aquarterof.co.uk | HTTP | 8 days |
Cookie purpose description: Enables the shopping cart functionality to be stored | |||
currency | aquarterof.co.uk | HTTP | 29 days |
Cookie purpose description: Stores the preferred currency on the website. | |||
foobar-state | aquarterof.co.uk | HTTP | 6 days |
Cookie purpose description: Stores the chosen state for the optional message bar at the top of the website. | |||
is_mobile | aquarterof.co.uk | HTTP | 6 days |
Cookie purpose description: Stores if the device is of the type: mobile. | |||
is_touch | aquarterof.co.uk | HTTP | 6 days |
Cookie purpose description: Stores whether the device is touch enabled. | |||
listingType | aquarterof.co.uk | HTTP | 13 days |
Cookie purpose description: Stores the preferred listing type (grid or lines) on the website. | |||
thumbSize | aquarterof.co.uk | HTTP | 13 days |
Cookie purpose description: Stores the preferred thumbnail size for images on the website. | |||
gdprcookienotice | aquarterof.co.uk | HTTP | 90 days |
Cookie purpose description: Stores data regarding the GDPR notification. |
COOKIE NAME | PROVIDER | TYPE | EXPIRY |
ads/ga-audiences | google.com | Pixel | Session |
Cookie purpose description: Used by Google AdWords to re-engage visitors that are likely to convert to customers based on the visitor's online behaviour across websites. | |||
ads/user-lists/# | google.com | Pixel | Session |
Cookie purpose description: Unclassified | |||
_gcl_aw | google.com | Pixel | 3 months |
_gcl_dc | google.com | Pixel | 3 months |
Cookie purpose description: Used by Google Ads to track conversions for Google Ads. | |||
IDE | doubleclick.net | HTTP | 1 year |
Cookie purpose description: Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report the website user's actions after viewing or clicking one of the advertiser's ads with the purpose of measuring the efficacy of an ad and to present targeted ads to the user. | |||
test_cookie | doubleclick.net | HTTP | Session |
Cookie purpose description: Used to check if the user's browser supports cookies. | |||
tr | facebook.com | Pixel | Session |
Cookie purpose description: Unclassified | |||
impression.php/# | facebook.com | Pixel | Session |
Cookie purpose description: Used by Facebook to register impressions on pages with the Facebook login button. | |||
fr | facebook.com | HTTP | 3 months |
Cookie purpose description: Preserves user session state across page requests. | |||
_drip_client_8989618 | drip.com | HTTP | 2 years |
bld | awin1.com | 1 year | |
aw978 | awin1.com | 30 days | |
MUID | bing.com | 1 year | |
MUIDB | bing.com | 1 year | |
12.9 The analytics service(s) used by Our Site use(s) Cookies to gather the required information. Certain of these Cookies may be placed immediately when you first visit Our Site and it may not be possible for Us to obtain your prior consent. You may remove these Cookies and prevent future use of them by following the steps set out below in section 12.10.
12.10 The analytics service(s) used by Our Site use(s) the following Cookies:
COOKIE NAME | PROVIDER | TYPE | EXPIRY |
_ga | google.com | HTTP | 2 years |
Cookie purpose description: Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. | |||
_gat | google.com | HTTP | Session |
Cookie purpose description: Used by Google Analytics to throttle request rate | |||
_gid | google.com | HTTP | Session |
Cookie purpose description: Registers a unique ID that is used to generate statistical data on how the visitor uses the website. | |||
vuid | vimeo.com | HTTP | 2 years |
Cookie purpose description: Collects data on the user's visits to the website, such as which pages have been read. |
12.11 You can choose to enable or disable Cookies in your internet browser. Most internet browsers also enable you to choose whether you wish to disable all cookies or only third party cookies. By default, most internet browsers accept Cookies but this can be changed. For further details, please consult the help menu in your internet browser or the documentation that came with your device.
12.12 You can choose to delete Cookies at any time however you may lose any information that enables you to access Our Site more quickly and efficiently including, but not limited to, login and personalisation settings.
12.13 It is recommended that you keep your internet browser and operating system up-to-date and that you consult the help and guidance provided by the developer of your internet browser and manufacturer of your computer or device if you are unsure about adjusting your privacy settings.]
13. Summary of Your Rights under GDPR
13.1 the right to request access to, deletion of or correction of, your personal data held by Us;
13.2 the right to complain to a supervisory authority;
13.3 be informed of what data processing is taking place;
13.4 the right to restrict processing;
13.5 the right to data portability;
13.6 object to processing of your personal data;
13.7 rights with respect to automated decision-making and profiling (see section 14 below).
To enforce any of the foregoing rights or if you have any other questions about Our Site or this Privacy Policy, please contact Us using the details set out in section 15 below.
14. Automated Decision-Making and Profiling
14.2 The right described in section 14.1 does not apply in the following circumstances:
a) The decision is necessary for the entry into, or performance of, a contract between the You and Us;
b) The decision is authorised by law; or
c) You have given you explicit consent.
a) Clear information explaining the profiling will be provided, including its significance and the likely consequences;
b) Appropriate mathematical or statistical procedures will be used;
c) Technical and organisational measures necessary to minimise the risk of errors and to enable such errors to be easily corrected shall be implemented; and
d) All personal data processed for profiling purposes shall be secured in order to prevent discriminatory effects arising out of profiling.
14.4 We currently make the following automated decisions: none
14.5 We currently profile your personal data for the following purposes: none
15. Contacting The Regulator
You can contact them by calling 0303 123 1113.
Or go online to www.ico.org.uk/concerns (opens in a new window; please note we can't be responsible for the content of external websites)
If you are based outside the UK, you have the right to lodge your complaint with the relevant data protection regulator in your country of residence.
16. Contacting Us
17. Changes to Our Privacy Policy
Terms & Conditions
In using this website you are deemed to have read and agreed to the following terms and conditions:
The following terminology applies to these Terms and Conditions, Privacy Statement and any disclaimer Notice and any or all Agreements: "Client", “You” and “Your” refers to you, the person accessing this website and accepting the Company’s terms and conditions. "The Company", “Ourselves”, “We” and "Us", refers to our Company. “Party”, “Parties”, or “Us”, refers to both the Client and ourselves, or either the Client or ourselves. All terms refer to the offer, acceptance and consideration of payment necessary to undertake the process of our assistance to the Client in the most appropriate manner, whether by formal meetings of a fixed duration, or any other means, for the express purpose of meeting the Client’s needs in respect of provision of the Company’s stated services/products, in accordance with and subject to, prevailing English Law. Any use of the above terminology or other words in the singular, plural, capitalisation and/or he/she or they, are taken as interchangeable and therefore as referring to same.
Privacy Statement
We are committed to protecting your privacy. Authorised employees within the company on a need to know basis only use any information collected from individual Clients. We constantly review our systems and data to ensure the best possible service to our Clients. There are specific offences for unauthorised actions against computer systems and data. We will investigate any such actions with a view to prosecuting and/or taking civil proceedings to recover damages against those responsibleConfidentiality
Any information concerning the Client and their respective Client Records may be passed to third parties. However, Client records are regarded as confidential and therefore will not be divulged to any third party, other than our employees and if legally required to do so to the appropriate authorities. Clients have the right to request sight of, and copies of any and all Client Records we keep, on the proviso that we are given reasonable notice of such a request. Clients are requested to retain copies of any literature issued in relation to the provision of our services. Where appropriate, we shall issue Client’s with appropriate written information, handouts or copies of records as part of an agreed contract, for the benefit of both parties.
We will not sell, share, or rent your personal information to any third party or use your e-mail address for unsolicited mail. Any emails sent by this Company will only be in connection with the provision of agreed services and products.
Cookies
Like most interactive web sites this Company’s website uses cookies to enable us to retrieve user details for each visit. Cookies are used in some areas of our site to enable the functionality of this area and ease of use for those people visiting. Some of our affiliate partners may also use cookies.
Please see this page: https://www.AQuarterOf.co.uk/privacy for full details of our Privacy and Cookie Policy.
Disclaimer
The information on this web site is provided on an "as is" basis. To the fullest extent permitted by law, this Company:
- excludes all representations and warranties relating to this website and its contents or which is or may be provided by any affiliates or any other third party, including in relation to any inaccuracies or omissions in this website and/or the Company’s literature; and
- excludes all liability for damages arising out of or in connection with your use of this website. This includes, without limitation, direct loss, loss of business or profits (whether or not the loss of such profits was foreseeable, arose in the normal course of things or you have advised this Company of the possibility of such potential loss), damage caused to your computer, computer software, systems and programs and the data thereon or any other direct or indirect, consequential and incidental damages.
This Company does not however exclude liability for death or personal injury caused by its negligence. The above exclusions and limitations apply only to the extent permitted by law. None of your statutory rights as a consumer are affected.
Availability
Log Files
Links to this website
Links from this website
Communication
Force Majeure
Waiver
Notification of Changes
General
AQuarterOf.co.uk may change or withdraw any part of AQuarterOf.co.uk, or may refuse you access to the web site at any time if we consider it necessary.
AQuarterOf.co.uk may also terminate this Agreement and immediately remove, cancel or suspend access to and use of AQuarterOf.co.uk upon breach of any part of these Terms whatsoever.
Termination shall be without prejudice to AQuarterOf.co.uk's other rights.
AQuarterOf.co.uk acts as principal on its own account and not as agent for you or any other person.If AQuarterOf.co.uk does not enforce any provision of this agreement such will not be considered a continuing waiver.
In the event that any part of these Terms is held to be unenforceable, such part will at AQuarterOf.co.uk's option be construed as far as possible to reflect the parties' intentions and the remainder of the provisions will remain in full force and effect.
These Terms constitute the full agreement between you and AQuarterOf.co.uk and may only be amended in writing. They apply to the exclusion of all other terms or conditions of contract proposed.
Since we are principally aiming AQuarterOf.co.uk at the UK and EU market, we cannot guarantee that it accords with local laws of any other countries (though we will try to make sure it does).
Under the UK Criminal Justice Act 1988 it is an offence to sell knives and certain bladed or pointed articles to persons under 16 years of age.
The laws of England and Wales govern these terms and conditions. By accessing this website and using our services/buying our products you consent to these terms and conditions and to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts in all disputes arising out of such access. If any of these terms are deemed invalid or unenforceable for any reason (including, but not limited to the exclusions and limitations set out above), then the invalid or unenforceable provision will be severed from these terms and the remaining terms will continue to apply. Failure of the Company to enforce any of the provisions set out in these Terms and Conditions and any Agreement, or failure to exercise any option to terminate, shall not be construed as waiver of such provisions and shall not affect the validity of these Terms and Conditions or of any Agreement or any part thereof, or the right thereafter to enforce each and every provision. These Terms and Conditions shall not be amended, modified, varied or supplemented except in writing and signed by duly authorised representatives of the Company.
Shopping with AQuarterOf.co.uk
You can order products online via this website.
When you place an order for a product in any of the ways described above ("order") you are offering to buy it for the price stated, subject to these Terms.
When you place your order online we will send you an email to confirm that we have received it. This email confirmation will be produced automatically so that you have confirmation of your order details. The fact that you receive an automatic confirmation does not necessarily mean that we will be able to meet your order. Once we have sent the confirmation email we will then check availability and contact you with a further email. If the product is available and the details of the order are correct, this email will be deemed an acceptance and will specify delivery details and confirm the price of the products purchased. If the product is not available we will also let you know by email.
All new orders are deemed separate and each is treated individually.
AQuarterOf.co.uk may cancel any sale and not supply products if it is reasonable to do so and may change or discontinue the availability of products at any time at its sole discretion. If an order is cancelled, any payment made for the products will be refunded in full. This does not affect your Statutory Rights.
Price
The price for each product is shown on AQuarterOf.co.uk and includes V.A.T at 20%.We always try to make sure that the prices on AQuarterOf.co.uk are accurate but errors may occur. If we discover an error in pricing of the products in your order we will inform you as soon as possible using the contact details you supply us with. We will then give you the option of reconfirming your order at the correct price or cancelling it. (If we are unable to reach you we will treat the order as cancelled). If an order is cancelled, any payment made for the products will be refunded in full.
You will be notified of the delivery costs automatically before you submit your credit card details, based on the size of your order and the delivery address you specify.
Prices are quoted on AQuarterOf.co.uk in UK pounds - outside the UK your credit card company should exchange the amount charged to the currency of your country at the current rate. Please note that both charges and refunds are in UK pounds and AQuarterOf.co.uk Ltd cannot be held responsible for any loss due to exchange rate fluctuations.
Non-EU customers are responsible for Import Duty/Tax in their respective countries. Unfortunately we cannot advise you what these costs will be - please consult your local customs office for more information.
Payment
You must pay for your order before it is delivered and you can do so by credit or debit card via the website, gift voucher, cheque or Postal order. The only exceptions to this are for corporate accounts where it is pre-agreed by AQuarterOf.co.uk that the company can pay by invoice. Invoice terms are 7 days.
To ensure that shopping online is secure, your credit/debit card details are highly encrypted to minimise the possibility of someone being able to read them as they are sent over the Internet.
Your debit/credit card company may also do security checks to confirm it is you making the order.
Cheque or Postal order
In the UK, you may pay by cheque or postal order if you wish.Please make cheques payable to AQuarterOf.co.uk Limited and remember to include postage. Please also send us a covering letter detailing your order, cheque guarantee card number, guaranteed amount, expiry date, contact details and delivery address. Your order will be porocessed once your cheque has cleared.
AQuarterOf.co.uk Gift Vouchers
Gift vouchers must be redeemed online at AQuarterOf.co.uk or by phone within 1 year of purchase and cannot be used for orders already placed.
If the value of the order exceeds the value of the AQuarterOf.co.uk gift voucher, the balance must be paid by credit or debit card.
Unused balances will be held within the recipients voucher for the same period.
Vouchers have a cash redemption value of 0.001p.
If you have received a promotional gift voucher from AQuarterOf.co.uk, only one such Gift Voucher may be redeemed per purchase.
Availability
We try to keep AQuarterOf.co.uk as up to date as possible but, due to the nature and limited availability of the old-fashioned sweets that we sell, we cannot guarantee that particular product will always be available. If we can't supply a product we reserve the right to replace it with an alternative sweet. We may also offer you the option of having the product sent to you as a back order (to follow the remainder of your order as soon as the product becomes available) or, alternatively, we will refund or re-credit your account with the amount debited by us.
All offers are available while stocks last. If we are unable to supply a product you have ordered, we will notify you as soon as we can after receiving your order. If this happens, you may cancel your order and we will refund you the money you have paid for it.
Delivery
AQuarterOf.co.uk delivers to destinations inside and outside the UK.
You will be notified of the delivery costs automatically before you submit your credit card details.
Delivery outside the EU may be subject to local import taxes, which are your responsibility where they apply. If so, the shipping company should contact you by telephone once your products are in customs to let you know the charge due or else you should consult your local customs office. Unfortunately we cannot advise you what these charges will be and AQuarterOf.co.uk is not responsible for them.
UK orders are despatched either by Royal Mail 24 or 48 services or by Courier. Our couriers may require a signature and operate between 9am and 5pm on weekdays only, so please specify an address where someone will be able to sign for your products between these hours.
We will make every effort to deliver within the time stated on AQuarterOf.co.uk but we will not be liable for any loss caused to you by late delivery.
If the products are not delivered within the estimated delivery time which we quote, please contact us by telephone or email and we will try and ensure that you receive your order, as quickly as possible, or if you wish you may cancel your order and we will refund the money you have paid. Please note that while items sent by Royal Mail usually arrive within 2-3 days, Royal Mail stipulate that only items still not delivered after 15 working days can be officially classified as lost.
Please order from AQuarterOf.co.uk with enough lead-time to prevent any loss or disappointment resulting from the delivery time as AQuarterOf.co.uk cannot be responsible for this.
This does not affect your statutory rights as a consumer.
Copyright and Trade Marks
Copyright and other relevant intellectual property rights exists on all text relating to the Company’s services and the full content of this website.AQuarterOf.co.uk does not give you any right or interest in any copyright or intellectual property rights in any product nor the right to copy them.
The copyright in AQuarterOf.co.uk and the content of all the software, web site and pages relating to the AQuarterOf.co.uk web site is owned by, or licensed to AQuarterOf.co.uk, unless otherwise specified and may not be used, copied or altered without our express consent.
Copyright extends to the design, look and feel of AQuarterOf.co.uk, all photographs on it and its marketing materials.
You may use AQuarterOf.co.uk for private and personal non-commercial use only - i.e. to view, copy and print portions of AQuarterOf.co.uk for the sole purpose of placing orders. The materials on AQuarterOf.co.uk may not be used for any other purpose.
AQuarterOf.co.uk, AQuarterOf.co.uk and our logos are trade names or trade marks of AQuarterOf.co.uk and may not be used by anyone else without our express permission. We have applied for a registered trademark in the name "AQuarterOf.co.uk" and we are also the owners of unregistered trade mark rights in them.
However, AQuarterOf.co.uk does not make any warranty or representation in respect of any other trade mark and the trade marks of the brands featured on AQuarterOf.co.uk belong to their respective owners.
Refunds
We believe that you will be delighted with your product but there may be occasions where you feel it necessary to return an item. We aim to keep the process as simple as possible. These terms do not affect your statutory rights.
We will try to attend to all returns as soon as practically possible.
Unwanted products
Our policy is to ensure that you are satisfied every time you place an order with AQuarterOf.co.uk. If you are unhappy with an item when you receive it or if you simply change your mind please return it to us within 30 days, with the despatch note, in unused condition, having taken reasonable care of it and in an unused state complete with packaging and all components, and we will refund you the price you paid for that product (excluding P&P).
We will make the refund directly to the credit/charge card used to place the original order within 30 days or earlier once we have inspected the returned item and are satisfied that it has been returned to us in the condition it was in when delivered to you.
You will only have to pay for the return postage of the products.
Certain products and services are excluded from this returns policy, including food/perishable items, personalised products or those made to order. These items cannot be returned for a refund unless faulty. products excluded such as these are clearly marked on the product information page. This does not affect your statutory rights.
Faulty products
We try to select and package the products as well as possible to ensure they arrive in good condition. However, if a product arrives damaged or with defects, or is not what you ordered, we will replace it free of charge or provide a full refund as appropriate, if you return the product to us at the postal address below within 30 days of receipt.
In these circumstances we will also pay you the cost of the return postage. Please obtain a proof of posting certificate from your Post Office to enable us to process the refund for your return postage costs. For help with items later than 30 days after your initial purchase please email us for more information. This does not affect your Statutory Rights.
Returning Unwanted or Faulty products
Please contact us by telephone (on 01254 262160) or email customerservices@aquarterof.co.uk to inform us of your wish to return products.
We may allocate you with a Returns Code which should be included with the package to improve processing of your return.
We may also advise you how to send the item back to us. Occasionally items may have to be picked up by a courier service. Otherwise, please use a secure delivery method which requires a signature upon receipt (such as via Royal Mail First Class Recorded Delivery) and return to:
AQuarterOf.co.uk Customer Returns
Unit 10
Appleby Business Centre
Eden Street
Blackburn
BB1 3BL
You will be responsible for the returned products until they reach us.
AQuarterOf.co.uk Responsibilities
AQuarterOf.co.uk has tried to make the descriptions (including all pictures) of the products as accurate as possible but you should check the dimensions stated on AQuarterOf.co.uk or contact us for exact sizes.
AQuarterOf.co.uk will provide its services with reasonable skill and care but does not give any guarantees, warranties or representations in respect of any other person's services.
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Contacting AQuarterOf.co.uk
If you would like help when ordering, information about a product, a request for a product or if you would just like to provide us with feedback on our service, please email us at customerservices@aquarterof.co.uk.
You can also contact us:
By post at A Quarter Of Ltd, Unit 10, Appleby Business Centre, Eden Street, Blackburn BB1 3BL;
By fax to 0870 129 6859;
By telephoning 01254 262160 between the office hours of 9am and 5:00pm, Monday to Friday.
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Other FAQs
How Long Do Orders Usually Take?
We state a typical delivery time of 3-4 working days from the date of placing of the order providing the goods are in stock (which well over 99% of the time they are). However we aim to be (and we generally are) much quicker than that whenever we can. If you have a certain date, e.g. a birthday, by which you absolutely positively must receive your order then please let us know and we’ll do our very best to help.
Out of Stock ItemsIf an item is out of stock temporarily but we are expecting it in shortly then we’ll hold your order until we can send everything in one go.
If an item is out of stock for more than a couple of days then we’ll email you to advise you of the situation and ask you if you would like us to send everything when the missing item arrives in stock… or if you would prefer us to send what we can straight away and the missing item when we receive it. Of course, there will be no extra shipping charge either way.
We reserve the right to replace items with a similar substitute of an equal or greater value in the very unusual circumstance that we are unable to obtain an item (we always strive to send what you order - if you don't like the substitute you can, of course, return it to us).
We don’t send out packages on Saturdays or Sundays (we need a break too!).
As we are sure you will understand, we cannot be held responsible for the delays caused by any third party.
How Long Does Delivery Take?
We process orders from Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with the exception of UK Bank Holidays. We try to send out orders either on the day that we receive them, or the following day, wherever possible.
FedEx UK Deliveries
We ship FedEx (and all) orders as quickly as we can. We will always give an indication of the likely shipping time as part of the checkout process.
This is a best estimate for the shipping time, given the time of the year and other conditions and is not guaranteed.
Royal Mail Deliveries
Royal Mail 24 - (the business replacement for 1st Class)
The Royal Mail states that, for items shipped using the Royal Mail 24 service, "we aim to deliver your parcels the next working day".
Royal Mail 48 - (the business replacement for 2nd Class)
The Royal Mail states that, for items shipped using the Royal Mail 48 service, "we aim to deliver your parcels within two working days, with a small minority within 3 working days".
However, just like when you post a letter, deliveries can occasionally take longer than these stated target delivery times, and this is out of our control.
Neither the Royal Mail 24 nor 48 services are trackable. In both instances once we have dispatched your order we are unable to influence how quickly it arrives nor can we change the delivery address.
Can I Order Sweets If I Am Outside The UK?
Absolutely, although sadly we are currently unable to accept orders for delivery in the EU due to restrictions associated with Brexit. And we are unable to ship to the USA either due to the excessive restrictions and documentation required.
For other countries, the shopping cart will work out everything for you - from UK VAT (where applicable), the shipping options and associated costs.
If your country is not listed just drop us an e-mail and we will add it.
Please Note: any import taxes are the duty of the customer to pay if and where applicable.
Can I Place An Order By Phone?
How Do I Contact You?
There are lots of options open to you...
Our postal address
A Quarter Of Ltd,
Unit 10,
Appleby Business Centre,
Eden Street,
Blackburn
BB1 3BL
01254 262160 - to help us to send out orders as quickly as possible please only use this number for questions about orders that you have already placed.
Our fax number:
0870 1296859
Our e-mail address:
customerservices@AQuarterOf.co.uk - please contact us on this e-mail address for all general enquiries
How Do I Make A Purchase?
Making a Purchase
Making a purchase could not be easier. Just browse our shop, and click on any items that you wish to buy and put them into the shopping cart. After you have finished your selection, click on "Order" and you will be asked for a few details that we need to be able to satisfy the order.
We accept payment by debit or credit cards - this is handled by our secure credit card processing facility with PayPal. We can also accept payment by cheques drawn on UK banks, providing that the cheque guarantee card number is written on the back of the cheque. In this case orders are processed once the cheque has cleared.
If you are shopping from outside the UK, just place your order as normal and your debit/credit card company will convert the transaction to your own currency.
What About Tax?
For orders made from the UK (excluding the Channel Islands), UK VAT at the prevailing rate (currently 20%) is added automatically to your order.
All other orders are VAT free and you will not be charged this tax.
What If I Select Cheque Payment Instead Of Debit/Credit Card?
You can send us a cheque (our address is written on your order confirmation email) and, once that has cleared, we will process your order.
If we don't receive payment then we'll regard your order as unwanted and we will leave it unprocessed.What Payment Cards Can I Use?
We can accept all of the major credit and debit cards:
- VISA- VISA Delta (Debit)
- Mastercard
- Switch/Maestro
- Solo
- Electron
- American Express (that'll do nicely!)
What If I Am Not Happy With My Order?
We genuinely want you to be delighted with your sweets.
If there is problem at all with the quality of the products, please return them, within 7 days of receipt, to: Customer Returns, A Quarter Of, Unit 10, Appleby Business Centre, Eden Street, Blackburn BB1 3BL. Please enclose your contact details, any reference labels associated with the product and details of the problem.
Please note: we do our best to ensure that all sweets are sent out in perfect condition - we can not accept responsibility for the climatic conditions experienced once the product has been dispatched e.g. chocolate melting when exposed to heat.
Where Do I Enter A Voucher/Discount Coupon Code?
You can either enter your code on the shopping card page
or at the checkout:
What is a Debit or Credit Card Security Code?
The Debit or Credit Card Security Code (sometimes known as the Card Verification Value or CVV) is a 3 (or in some instances 4) digit number found on your debit/credit card. It is an additional safeguard that helps us validate your purchase and protect against fraud. It is not contained in the magnetic stripe information and is therefore not printed on sales receipts.
Where is the CVV located?
VISA, MASTERCARD & MAESTRO
You can find your card verification code on the reverse side of your credit card, printed into the signature field. It is a 3-digit group for most cards (apart than American Express).
AMERICAN EXPRESS
The American Express Card verification code is a 4-digit number printed on the front of your card. It appears after and to the right (above) of your card number.
How Do Gift Vouchers Work?
Purchasing Gift Vouchers
Gift Vouchers are purchased just like any other item in our store. You can pay for them using the stores standard payment method(s). Once purchased the value of the Gift Voucher will be added to your own personal Gift Voucher Account.
If you have funds in your Gift Voucher Account, you will notice that the amount now shows in the Store Credit section of your Account Information page (which is displayed when you log in or when you click the "My Account" link at the top of the page).
The Store Credit section also provides a link to the page where you can send the Gift Voucher (with an accompanying message if you wish) to someone via email.
How To Send Gift Vouchers
To send a Gift Voucher you need to go to our Send Gift Voucher Page. You can find the link to this page in Store Credit section of your Account Information page (which is displayed when you log in or when you click the "My Account" link at the top of the page).
When you send a Gift Voucher, you need to specify the following:
- The name of the person you are sending the Gift Voucher to
- The email address of the person you are sending the Gift Voucher to
- The amount you want to send. (Note you don't have to send the full amount that is in your Gift Voucher Account.)
- A short message which will appear in the email
Please ensure that you have entered all of the information correctly, although you will be given the opportunity to change this as much as you want before the email is actually sent.
Purchasing With Gift Vouchers
If you have funds in your Gift Voucher Account, you can use those funds to purchase other items in our store. At the checkout stage, an extra box will appear.
Ticking this box will apply those funds in your Gift Voucher Account. Please note, you will still have to select another payment method if there is not enough in your Gift Voucher Account to cover the cost of your purchase.
If you have more funds in your Gift Voucher Account than the total cost of your purchase the balance will be left in you Gift Voucher Account for the future.
Redeeming Gift Vouchers
If you receive a Gift Voucher by email it will contain details of who sent you the Gift Voucher, along with possibly a short message from them. The Email will also contain the Gift Voucher Number. It is probably a good idea to print out this email for future reference. You can now redeem the Gift Voucher in one of two ways.- By clicking on the link contained within the email for this express purpose. This will take you to the store's Redeem Voucher page. you will then be requested to create an account, before the Gift Voucher is validated and placed in your Gift Voucher Account ready for you to spend on whatever you want.
- 2. During the checkout process, on the same page that you select a payment method there will be a box to enter a Redeem Code. Enter the code here, and click the redeem button. The code will be validated and added to your Gift Voucher account. You Can then use the amount to purchase any item from our store.
If You Have Difficulty
For any queries regarding the Gift Voucher System, please contact us by email at customerservices@aquarterof.co.uk
Please make sure you give as much information as possible in the email. It will help us to sort the issue out for you.
How Secure Is My Information?
When you enter your personal information (name, address etc) the link to us is a secure one (you can tell because the domain name starts with https and not just http - also you may see a closed padlock depending on which browser you use).
Your credit details are securely handled by SecureTrading - one of the leading credit card processing companies on the internet.
How Do I Know That My Information Is Secure?
Ensuring the Security of Your Information
At A Quarter Of, we prioritize the security and privacy of our customers. We understand the importance of protecting your personal and financial information, and we have implemented several measures to ensure a safe and secure shopping experience.
Secure Socket Layer (SSL) Encryption
Our website utilizes Secure Socket Layer (SSL) encryption technology to establish a secure connection between your browser and our server. This encryption ensures that all sensitive data transmitted between your browser and our server remains private and secure. You can verify the secure connection by checking for "https" in the domain name and the closed padlock icon in your browser.Payment Processing Security
We have partnered with SecureTrading, a leading online payment processing company, to handle all credit and debit card transactions. SecureTrading employs advanced security measures, including encryption and secure servers, to protect your card information during and after the transaction process. By partnering with a reputable payment processor, we ensure that your payment details remain confidential and secure.Privacy Policy
We value your privacy and have a comprehensive Privacy Policy in place to protect your personal information. We do not sell or share your information with third parties for marketing purposes without your consent. To learn more about our Privacy Policy and how we handle your personal information, please visit our Privacy Policy page.Regular Security Updates and Assessments
At A Quarter Of, we regularly update and assess our website's security to protect against potential vulnerabilities and cyber threats. We work diligently to maintain a safe shopping environment and are committed to implementing best practices and the latest security measures to safeguard your information.Need More Information?
If you have any questions or concerns regarding the security of your information on our website, please don't hesitate to contact our customer service team at 01254 262160 or customerservices@aquarterof.co.uk. Your security and peace of mind are of utmost importance to us, and we areSecure and Easy Payment for Your Order of Traditional Sweets
Payment Options
- Credit/Debit Card
- Gift Voucher
Please note: We do not accept payment by cheque.
Step 1: Review Your Cart
Please review your cart to ensure you have selected all the delicious sweets you wish to purchase.Step 2: Enter Your Details
Please enter your personal information such as your name, address, and contact information. Rest assured, our website is hosted on a secure server, and all personal information is encrypted during transmission. You can verify the secure connection by checking for "https" in the domain name and the closed padlock icon in your browser.Step 3: Enter Voucher/Discount Coupon Code (Optional)
If you have a voucher or discount coupon code, please enter it in the designated field before proceeding to payment. This will ensure your discount is applied to your order.Step 4: Choose Your Payment Method
You can pay for your order using a credit or debit card, or by redeeming a gift voucher. We accept most major credit and debit cards, including Visa, MasterCard, and American Express.Please enter your card details, including the card number, expiration date, and the security code (CVV) found on the back of your card. Our payment processor, SecureTrading, is a leading online payment processing company that securely handles your card information.
If you have a gift voucher, please enter the voucher code in the designated field.
Step 5: Confirm Your Order
Please review your order, including your personal information and payment details, to ensure everything is correct. Once you have confirmed your order, click the "Submit Order" button to complete your purchase. You will receive an email confirmation shortly after.Step 6: Await Your Sweet Delivery
We pride ourselves on our fast, inexpensive delivery. Please refer to our Delivery Information for answers to your questions and estimated delivery times. And rest assured we will keep you updated of the status of your order so you know exactly what is happening and when.Need Assistance?
If you have any questions or need help with your order, please don't hesitate to contact our customer service team at 01254 262160 or customerservices@aquarterof.co.uk.Thank you for choosing A Quarter Of for your retro sweets!
Returns - What To Do If You Need To Send Something Back
Our 100% Satisfaction Guarantee
At AQuarterOf.co.uk, we stand by the quality of our products and aim to provide you with the best possible customer experience. If you're dissatisfied with your purchase for any reason, we offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee. You can return the items for a full refund or exchange, provided they're in their original, unused, unopened, and intact condition.Please note that we reserve the right to refuse returns if the product appears to have been used or partially used. This policy does not affect your statutory rights.
Returns Period
For UK customers, we must receive your return within 14 days of the original delivery date. Allow four days for postage, and ensure you post your item within 10 days of receipt.
Returns Procedure
To initiate a return, please contact us at customerservices@aquarterof.co.uk. We'll provide you with the necessary information and instructions for returning your items.When returning items, include a note with the following information:
- Order number
- Name
- Address
- Contact telephone number and email address
- Reason for return
- Details of refund or replacement requested
Returns Postage
Please send your returns to:
Customer Services Dept
A Quarter Of Ltd
Unit 9
Appleby Business Centre
Blackburn
BB1 3BL
We recommend using a postal service that requires a signature upon receipt. Alternatively, obtain a free certificate of posting from your post office to ensure your return reaches us safely. If your item is lost in transit and you don't have a certificate of posting or proof of a signed-for service, we won't be able to offer a refund or return.
Returning Faulty Goods
If you believe your items are faulty, return them with a note explaining the issue and stating your original order number. We'll investigate the problem and contact you to discuss the most appropriate resolution.
Gift Returns
If you've received a gift, you can still return them according to our return guidelines. Please be aware that the original purchaser will automatically receive notifications about returns, refunds, or replacements, as it involves their credit card.
To request replacement items of higher value, we'll need the purchaser's permission to charge their card. Alternatively, you can pay the difference using your own card. Include clear payment instructions and contact details with the returned items in case of any queries.
Please note that refunds can only be issued to the card used for the original purchase. We're currently unable to offer credit notes.
What Do You Do With My Email Address?
We do not divulge any of your information to third parties.
If you have chosen to join our mailing list we will send you details of special offers, competitions, news etc. But we will never pass on your details to anyone else.
On all of our e-mail communications to you we will give you the opportunity to easily have your name removed from our mailing list.
Contact Us
A Quarter Of
A Quarter Of Sweets Ltd
Unit 10,
Appleby Business Centre,
Eden Street,
Blackburn
BB1 3BL
Telephone:
01254 262160
Fax:
0870 1296859
"excellent service. Product arrived on time. Item packaged well so no broken sweeties. Tried and tested many similar products but these are just like the originals. So yummy just can't stop eating them !!"