Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how our website uses cookies and similar technologies to collect and store information when you visit it. We are committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about our use of cookies.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your computer or mobile device when you visit it. They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences (such as login details, language, font size, and other display preferences) for a period of time, so you do not have to re-enter them each time you visit the website or browse its pages.
Why Do We Use Cookies?
We use cookies for various reasons, primarily to ensure the proper functioning of the website and to improve the user’s browsing experience. Cookies help us provide personalized services, analyze traffic, and optimize our website’s functionality.
Cookie Consent
When you visit our website for the first time, a consent banner (via the “Cookie Yes” plugin) will appear, asking you to provide your consent for the use of cookies, except for those that are strictly necessary. You may choose to accept all cookies, reject all non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences. Your consent is voluntary and may be withdrawn at any time, as described below.
Types of Cookies We Use and Their Lifespan
Our website uses the following categories of cookies:
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the proper operation of the website and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually set only in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, certain services of the website cannot be provided.
Examples:
- Account-related cookies that remember your login so you do not have to log in each time you visit a new page. These cookies are usually removed or deleted when you log out.
- Order-related cookies that are necessary for processing your order in our online store, including shopping cart functionality, storing selected products, and completing the checkout process. Their lifespan is limited to the completion of the purchase process or your session.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party service providers whose services we have added to our pages.
Examples:
- Newsletter-related cookies that remember whether you have subscribed and display relevant notifications. Their lifespan may vary, but they are usually retained until you unsubscribe or for a defined period (e.g. one year).
- Preference cookies that remember your choices, such as products added to your wishlist or recently viewed products, to provide a more personalized shopping experience. Their duration may range from session-based to several months.
Performance / Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to measure visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our website. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular and how visitors move around the website.
Example: Google Analytics
This website uses Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google, to understand how visitors use the website and to improve user experience. Google Analytics cookies may track information such as the time you spend on the website and the pages you visit. For example, the _ga cookie is retained for two (2) years, while the _gid cookie is retained for twenty-four (24) hours. For more information, please refer to Google Analytics’ official documentation.
Third-Party Cookies (Payment Providers / Advertising)
Our website may use third-party services, such as payment gateways (e.g. PayPal, Stripe) or advertising partners, which may place their own cookies. These cookies are used for the secure processing of transactions or for displaying personalized advertisements. We do not have direct control over these cookies. We recommend reviewing the cookie policies of these third parties for more information.
Managing and Disabling Cookies
You may manage your cookie preferences at any time through the consent banner provided by the “Cookie Yes” plugin. Look for the “Cookie Settings” or “Change Consent” option on our website.
Additionally, you can prevent cookies from being set by adjusting your browser settings (please refer to your browser’s Help section for instructions). Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of this website and many others you visit, including the proper operation of the online store. For this reason, it is recommended not to disable cookies unless you are certain they are not required for the service you are using.
Withdrawal of Consent
You may withdraw your consent for the use of non-essential cookies at any time. This can be done either through the cookie management tool on our website (as described above) or by deleting cookies from your browser.
More Information
We hope this Cookie Policy has clarified how we use cookies. If you require further information or have any questions, you may contact us using the contact details provided on our website.