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Cookie Policy

Last updated: December 4, 2025

1. WHAT ARE COOKIES?

Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device through your browser. These files are used to remember your preferences, manage your session, and provide you with a better experience.

2. TYPES OF COOKIES

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Platform to function properly and cannot be disabled.

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
session_tokenUser session managementSession
csrf_tokenSecurity (CSRF protection)Session
auth_tokenAuthentication7 days

2.2 Functionality Cookies

These cookies are used to remember your preferences and provide a personalized experience.

Cookie NamePurposeDuration
languageLanguage preference1 year
currencyCurrency preference1 year
themeTheme preference (light/dark)1 year

2.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand and improve Platform usage.

Cookie NameProviderPurposeDuration
_gaGoogle AnalyticsUser identification2 years
_gidGoogle AnalyticsUser identification24 hours
_gatGoogle AnalyticsRequest rate limiting1 minute

3. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

The Platform uses the following third-party services:

3.1 Payment Processing

Payment providers may use their own cookies for transaction security. These cookies are subject to the payment provider's privacy policy.

3.2 Analytics Services

Services like Google Analytics use cookies to help us understand Platform usage.

4. MANAGING YOUR COOKIE PREFERENCES

4.1 Browser Settings

Most browsers offer the ability to accept, reject, or delete cookies. You can change your cookie preferences from your browser's settings menu:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
  • Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage cookies
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions

4.2 Effects of Disabling Cookies

If you disable essential cookies:

  • You may not be able to log into your account.
  • Your session may not function properly.
  • Your preferences may not be saved.

5. LOCAL STORAGE

In addition to cookies, we may also use your browser's local storage:

KeyPurpose
user_preferencesUser preferences
geo_dataLocation information (cache)
cart_dataCart information

6. POLICY UPDATES

We may update this policy from time to time. Important changes will be announced on the Platform.

7. CONTACT

For questions about the cookie policy:

  • Email: info@shotsms.com
  • Web: www.shotsms.com