1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit websites. They allow websites to remember your actions and preferences over time, such as login credentials, language preferences, and display settings, so you don’t have to re-enter them every time you visit the site. In addition to cookies, we may use other technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and JavaScript to collect similar information for the purposes outlined below.

2. Why Do We Use Cookies?

We use cookies for various purposes, including:

• Improving User Experience: Cookies help us make our website more user-friendly by remembering your preferences.
• Website Performance: Cookies enable us to track how users interact with our website, which helps us optimize performance.
• Security: Cookies help ensure the security of our website, protect your personal information, and prevent fraud.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

• Essential Cookies: Necessary for the basic functioning of the website (e.g., shopping cart and payment).
• Performance Cookies: Allow us to monitor and analyze visitor interaction to improve site performance.
• Functionality Cookies: Remember preferences like language or display settings for a personalized experience.
• Security Cookies: Help protect the security of your data and prevent fraudulent activity.
• Third-Party Cookies: Used by third-party services like Google Analytics and payment processors (e.g., PayPal).

4. Managing Cookie Preferences

You can modify your browser settings to accept/block cookies, delete them, or receive notifications. Common instructions:

• Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site permissions

5. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some features may not function correctly, you may not be able to add items to your cart or complete checkout, and you may need to manually enter preferences every visit.

6. Data Collected Through Cookies

• Device Information: Type of device, operating system, browser type, and version.
• IP Address: The unique address used by your device to connect to the internet.
• Website Usage: Pages visited, time spent, actions taken, and links clicked.

7. Cookie Retention Period

Session Cookies: Temporary cookies deleted once you close your browser. Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted.

8. Updates to Cookie Policy: We reserve the right to update this policy at any time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.