Cookie Policy

Last updated: December 8, 2025

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They help us remember information about you and your preferences. Cookies are widely used in web technology and are essential for the proper functioning of many websites.

Why Do We Use Cookies?

We use cookies for several important purposes:

• Authentication and Security: To verify your identity, keep you logged in, and protect your account from unauthorized access
• Session Management: To maintain your session and remember your activity while you browse our website
• Referral Tracking: To track your referral link and attribute sales to the correct referrer for commission calculation
• User Preferences: To remember your preferences such as dark mode, language settings, and display preferences
• Shopping Cart: To store items in your shopping cart and maintain your purchase history
• Analytics: To understand how you use our website, analyze traffic patterns, and improve our services
• Fraud Prevention: To detect and prevent suspicious activity and protect against fraud
• Marketing: To show relevant content and track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly.

• Session Cookies: Remember your login status and session information
• Security Cookies: Protect against fraud and unauthorized access
• CSRF Protection: Prevent cross-site request forgery attacks
• Preference Cookies: Remember your basic preferences like language and theme

Cannot be disabled: These cookies are essential for basic site functionality. You cannot refuse these without breaking site features.

2. Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how you use our website.

• Google Analytics: Tracks page views, user behavior, and traffic sources
• Performance Monitoring: Measures website speed and performance
• Error Tracking: Records errors and issues for debugging purposes

Can be disabled: You can opt out of these cookies if you prefer. This may affect our ability to improve the website.

3. Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.

• Referral Cookies: Track your referral link and maintain referral history
• User Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
• Shopping Cart Cookies: Maintain your shopping cart contents
• Payment Cookies: Remember payment method preferences

Can be disabled: Disabling these may limit some website features.

4. Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used for marketing purposes.

• Advertising Cookies: Track which ads you interact with
• Campaign Tracking: Measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns
• Social Media Cookies: Enable social sharing and tracking

Can be disabled: You can refuse these cookies without affecting website functionality.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services that we use:

• Google Analytics: For website analytics and traffic analysis
• PayPal: For payment processing and transactions
• Social Media Platforms: For social sharing buttons and tracking
• Content Delivery Networks: For serving content efficiently

These third parties have their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for their cookie practices.

Cookie Duration

• Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a specified period (typically 1 month to 2 years)
• Referral Cookies: May persist for up to 30 days to track referral attribution

How Long Do We Keep Cookie Data?

• Session Data: Deleted after your session ends (usually after 24 hours of inactivity)
• Analytics Data: Retained for up to 26 months (Google Analytics default)
• Referral Data: Retained for 2 years for commission calculation and fraud prevention
• User Preference Data: Retained while your account is active

Your Cookie Choices

How to Control Cookies in Your Browser

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:

• Accept All Cookies: Allow all cookies from all websites
• Block All Cookies: Refuse all cookies (may break website functionality)
• Selective Control: Choose which cookies to accept or reject
• Clear Cookies: Delete cookies stored on your device
• Disable Cookies: Turn off cookie functionality entirely

Instructions for popular browsers:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and Website Data
• Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and other site data
• Opera: Settings > Advanced > Privacy & security > Cookies

Do Not Track (DNT)

If your browser supports Do Not Track (DNT), you can enable it. However, most websites, including ours, do not respond to DNT signals. We recommend using browser cookie settings instead.

Opt-Out Options

• Google Analytics Opt-Out: Download the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Marketing Cookies: You can opt out of marketing cookies by adjusting your preferences in your account
• Referral Cookies: Cannot be disabled as they are essential for the referral program

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable or refuse cookies, some features and services may not work properly:

• Login Issues: You may not be able to log in or stay logged in
• Referral Tracking: Your referral commissions may not be tracked correctly
• Shopping Cart: Items may not be saved in your cart
• Personalization: Your preferences and settings won't be remembered
• Payment Processing: Payment functions may not work properly

Data Security with Cookies

• Encryption: Sensitive data in cookies is encrypted
• HTTPS: Our website uses secure HTTPS connection to protect cookie transmission
• Access Control: Only our servers and authorized services can access cookie data
• No Personal Data: We do not store sensitive information like passwords in cookies

Children's Privacy and Cookies

Our website and services are not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly set cookies for children. If you believe we have set cookies for a child, please contact us immediately.

International Considerations

GDPR Compliance (European Users)

Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we must:

• Inform you about cookies before setting them
• Obtain your explicit consent for non-essential cookies
• Allow you to withdraw consent at any time
• Provide easy access to cookie settings

CCPA Compliance (California Users)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), you have the right to:

• Know what cookies we use and why
• Request deletion of your cookie data
• Opt-out of certain cookie uses

Cookie Policy Updates

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or technology. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy here and updating the Last Updated date.

Frequently Asked Questions About Cookies

Are cookies safe?

Cookies themselves are safe. However, someone with access to your device could theoretically read them. Always keep your device secure and use HTTPS connections.

Can cookies track my identity?

Cookies alone cannot identify you personally unless combined with other information. Our cookies mainly store session information and preferences, not personal identifying information.

Do you sell my cookie data?

No. We do not sell the data collected through cookies to third parties. Third-party services may use their own cookies according to their privacy policies.

How do I know what cookies are on my device?

You can view all cookies stored on your device through your browser's settings. Most browsers allow you to see the cookie name, value, domain, and expiration date.

Can I delete cookies?

Yes. You can delete cookies through your browser settings. You can delete all cookies or select specific ones. However, this may require you to log in again.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Email: privacy@fluttercrafters.com
Website: www.store.fluttercrafters.com
Response Time: Within 48 hours

Cookie Settings

You can manage your cookie preferences anytime by visiting your account settings and adjusting your privacy preferences. Some changes may require you to refresh the page.

By continuing to use Flutter Crafters Store, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and consent to our use of cookies as described.