Cookie Policy
Last Updated: October 31, 2024
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit websites. They help websites remember information about your visit, making your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.
Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners. They can store preferences, login information, and track how you interact with the site.
How Giftlyst Uses Cookies
We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience, analyze site traffic, personalize content, and measure the effectiveness of our services. This policy explains the types of cookies we use and why.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.
Examples:
- Authentication cookies (keeping you logged in)
- Session management
- Security and fraud prevention
- Load balancing
Can be disabled: No - Required for site functionality
2. Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and settings.
Examples:
- Language preferences
- Display preferences (grid vs. list view)
- Filter settings
- Recently viewed items
Can be disabled: Yes - But may affect site functionality
3. Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
Examples:
- Google Analytics (page views, visit duration, bounce rate)
- Traffic sources and user paths
- Popular content and features
- Error tracking and performance monitoring
Can be disabled: Yes - Via browser settings or opt-out
4. Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to enable us and third parties to show you relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness.
Examples:
- Amazon affiliate tracking
- Social media pixels (Facebook, Twitter)
- Retargeting and remarketing
- Conversion tracking
Can be disabled: Yes - Via browser settings or opt-out
Third-Party Cookies
We work with third-party companies that may set cookies on your device when you visit Giftlyst. These companies include:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how users interact with our site. Google Analytics collects information anonymously and reports website trends without identifying individual visitors.
To opt out of Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Amazon
As an Amazon Associate, we use Amazon's cookies to track affiliate referrals and earn commissions on qualifying purchases. These cookies do not collect personally identifiable information.
Social Media Platforms
Social media plugins (Share buttons, embedded content) may set cookies to track social sharing and enable features. These are controlled by the respective social media companies.
Cookie Duration
Session Cookies
These temporary cookies are deleted when you close your browser. They help our website remember what you're doing between pages (like maintaining your login state).
Persistent Cookies
These cookies remain on your device for a set period (from days to years) and are activated each time you visit our website. They remember your preferences and recognize you as a returning visitor.
Managing Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Clear all cookies when you close your browser
- Make exceptions for specific websites
Browser Cookie Settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Blocking cookies may impact your experience on Giftlyst:
- You may need to log in repeatedly
- Preferences won't be saved
- Some features may not work properly
- You won't receive personalized recommendations
Do Not Track
Some browsers include "Do Not Track" (DNT) features that signal websites not to track you. However, there's no industry standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. Giftlyst responds to DNT signals by limiting non-essential tracking.
Mobile Devices
Mobile devices use advertising identifiers instead of cookies. You can control these through your device settings:
- iOS: Settings → Privacy → Advertising → Limit Ad Tracking
- Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. The "Last Updated" date at the top indicates when the policy was last modified.
More Information
For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit:
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: support@giftlyst.pro