COOKIES POLICY

Understanding Cookies: What They Are and Their Purpose

Cookies are small pieces of data that are sent from a web server to your browser, containing a unique identifier code. These messages are designed to enhance your browsing experience by helping websites recognize you as a returning user.

The primary functions of cookies include:

  1. User Identification: Cookies enable websites to identify users, making it easier to provide a personalized experience. This can include remembering your preferences or settings during future visits.
  2. Customization: By storing information about your interactions with a site, cookies can help tailor web pages to suit your interests and needs.
  3. Login Information: Cookies can also store your login credentials, allowing for quicker access to your accounts without needing to re-enter your information each time.

In summary, cookies play a crucial role in improving user experience by providing customization and convenience while browsing the web.

Types of Cookies Used on Our Website

Our website utilizes three main types of cookies, each serving a distinct purpose to enhance your browsing experience:

  1. Session Cookies: These temporary cookies are essential for online shopping and e-commerce sites. They allow you to maintain the items in your shopping basket as you navigate through the site. Session cookies expire as soon as you close your browser, ensuring that your shopping experience is seamless and efficient.
  2. Permanent Cookies: Unlike session cookies, permanent cookies remain on your device even after you close your browser. They are designed to remember your login information and preferences, saving you the hassle of re-entering details each time you visit. However, these cookies do have an expiration date, and by law, they cannot last longer than six months.
  3. Third-Party Cookies: These cookies are set by external services that collect information for research purposes, such as user behavior and demographics. Websites that utilize third-party cookies include popular platforms like Facebook, Google Analytics, YouTube, and Twitter. They help provide insights that enhance your online experience.

By understanding the types of cookies we use, you can make informed choices about your privacy and browsing preferences on our site.

Managing Cookies: Can They Be Erased or Blocked?

Cookies are a common feature across all web browsers, and you have the ability to manage them according to your preferences. Here’s how you can erase or block cookies on your device:

  1. Erasing Cookies: To remove cookies from your browser, locate the folder or file where cookies are stored and delete them. Regularly clearing your cookies can help maintain your privacy and improve browser performance.
  2. Blocking Cookies: If you prefer to block cookies entirely, you can configure your browser settings to reject all incoming cookies. However, be cautious with this approach, as it may hinder your ability to shop online and access certain website features.
  3. Setting Browser Alerts: You can also adjust your browser to notify you each time a cookie is sent. This gives you the option to accept or decline individual cookies. While this provides greater control, it can be time-consuming as you may spend more time managing cookies than browsing.
  4. Using Special Software: Consider downloading privacy software designed to help manage cookies. These programs allow you to customize cookie settings and control which cookies are allowed or blocked, enhancing your online privacy.

By understanding how to manage cookies, you can take control of your browsing experience while balancing convenience and privacy.

Do Cookies Pose a Security Risk?

Cookies themselves do not compromise the security of your computer system. They are simply text files that store information and can be deleted at any time. Importantly, cookies cannot spread viruses or access your hard drive, making them harmless in that regard.

However, cookies can pose a potential threat to your privacy. When you enter personal information on a website, such as your credit card details, that data may be stored in a cookie unless you have disabled this feature. This means that if cookies are mismanaged or left unchecked, they could inadvertently expose sensitive information.

To enhance your security, it’s essential to understand how cookies function and to manage your cookie settings appropriately. By being mindful of your cookie preferences, you can enjoy a safer browsing experience while still benefiting from the conveniences cookies offer.