This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can control them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you interact with the site, and improve your experience.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
| Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Required for the site to function (login, security, age verification). Cannot be disabled. | Session / 1 year |
| Functional | Remember your preferences (language, region, display settings). | 1 year |
| Analytics | Help us understand how visitors use our site (Google Analytics). Data is anonymized. | 2 years |
| Advertising | Used by advertising partners (Meta Pixel, Google Ads) to show relevant ads and measure campaign performance. | 90 days - 2 years |
3. Third-Party Cookies
We work with the following third-party services that may set cookies:
- Meta (Facebook) Pixel: Measures ad performance and enables remarketing. Meta Cookie Policy
- Google Analytics: Anonymized website usage statistics. Google Cookie Policy
- Google Ads: Conversion tracking for advertising campaigns.
- Stripe: Secure payment processing. Only sets cookies during checkout.
4. Meta (Facebook) Pixel
We use the Meta Pixel to:
- Measure the effectiveness of our Facebook and Instagram ads
- Understand actions people take on our website after viewing our ads
- Create custom audiences for future advertising
The Meta Pixel collects data such as: HTTP headers, pixel-specific data (Pixel ID, cookie), button click data, form field names, and page metadata. This data is processed in accordance with Meta's Data Policy.
You can opt out of Meta's data collection by adjusting your Facebook Ad Settings.
5. How to Control Cookies
You have several options to control cookies:
- Our Cookie Banner: When you first visit, you can accept or decline non-essential cookies.
- Browser Settings: Most browsers let you block or delete cookies. See your browser's help documentation.
- Opt-Out Tools:
- Google: Google Analytics Opt-out
- Meta: Ad Preferences
- General: Your Ad Choices
- EU: Your Online Choices
- Device Settings: On mobile, use "Limit Ad Tracking" (iOS) or "Opt out of Ads Personalization" (Android).
Note: Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
6. Do Not Track
Some browsers send a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. There is no industry standard for handling DNT signals. We currently do not respond to DNT signals but respect opt-out preferences set through our cookie banner and the tools listed above.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.
8. Contact
Questions about our use of cookies? Contact us at privacy@aksa.com.