What are cookies?
A cookie (also known as a “browser cookie” or “HTTP cookie”) is a small text file consisting of letters, numbers, and other symbols that is stored on your computer, mobile device, or other equipment used to access the https://poemi.store/ website or applications.
A cookie is installed when a web server sends a request to a web browser (e.g., Safari, Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, etc.) in order to store data regarding statistics, preferences, or other information provided by the user.
A cookie consists of two parts: the cookie’s name and its content. Furthermore, a cookie has a set lifespan; technically, only the web server that sent the cookie can access it again when a user returns to the website associated with that web server.
Cookies themselves do not require personal information to function, and in most cases, they do not personally identify internet users.
How does the website use cookies?
Visiting this website may result in cookies being placed for the following purposes:
- Your login and identification on the website;
- Providing the requested access to use the website;
- Remembering your preferences when you use the site;
- To assess how you use the site so that we can improve it.
Cookies are used solely for the purposes described in this Policy.
We use the following types of cookies:
- Session cookies – these are temporarily stored in the web browser’s cookie folder so that the browser can retain them until the user leaves the website or closes the browser window (e.g., when logging in or out of an account).
- Persistent cookies – These are stored on a computer’s hard drive or other device (and generally depend on the cookie’s predefined lifespan). Persistent cookies also include those placed by a website other than the one the user is currently visiting—known as “third-party cookies”—which can be used anonymously to remember a user’s interests so that advertising as relevant as possible to the user can be delivered.
- Performance cookies – This type of cookie remembers the user’s preferences on this site, so they do not need to be set each time the user visits the site.
- Visitor analytics cookies – Every time a visitor accesses this site, the analytics software provided by a third party generates a visitor analytics cookie. This cookie tells us whether you have visited this site before. Your browser will tell us if you have this cookie, and if not, we will generate one. This allows us to track unique visitors to our site and the frequency of their visits.
- Targeting/advertising cookies – Used to display relevant ads and measure conversions. These are placed by services such as Facebook Pixel and Google Ads and require your explicit consent.
- Third-party cookies – Cookies may be set by third-party services used on the site: Google Analytics, Google Ads, Facebook/Meta Pixel, and Weglot. For information on how these third parties use cookies, please refer to their privacy policies.
Table of cookies used on poemi.store
| Cookie | Supplier | Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CookieConsent | TermsFeed | Strictly necessary | Store your cookie consent | 1 year |
| wordpress_*, wp-settings-* | poems.store | Strictly necessary | WordPress Login and Admin Settings | Semester / 1 year |
| woocommerce_cart_hash, woocommerce_items_in_cart | poems.store | Strictly necessary | WooCommerce Shopping Cart Functionality | Session |
| wp_woocommerce_session_* | poems.store | Strictly necessary | User session in the store | 2 days |
| weglot | Weglot SAS (France) | Functionality | Remember the selected language (RO/EN) | Session |
| _ga, _ga_SLKZ5V03X1 | Google LLC (U.S.) | Analysis (tracking) | Identify and track unique visitors – Google Analytics 4 | 2 years |
| _gid | Google LLC (U.S.) | Analysis (tracking) | Segment users – Google Analytics | 24 hours |
| _gcl_au | Google LLC (U.S.) | Targeting | Measuring Google Ads Conversions | 90 days |
| _fbp | Meta Platforms (U.S.) | Targeting | Identify browsers for Facebook/Instagram advertising | 90 days |
| _fbc | Meta Platforms (U.S.) | Targeting | Save the last source of clicks on Facebook ads | 90 days |
Benefits
A cookie contains information that links a web browser (the user) to a specific web server (the website). If a browser accesses that web server again, it can read the information already stored and respond accordingly. In this way, a cookie can ensure a smooth and convenient browsing experience.
Lifespan
Cookies are managed by web servers. The lifespan of a cookie can vary significantly, depending on the purpose for which it is set. Some cookies are used exclusively for a single session (session cookies) and are no longer retained once the user has left the website, while others are retained and reused every time the user returns to that website (persistent cookies). However, cookies can be deleted by a user at any time through browser settings.
Cookies placed by third parties
Certain sections of content on some websites may be provided by third parties or vendors (e.g., a news box, a video, or an advertisement). These third parties may also place cookies through the website, and these are called “third-party cookies” because they are not placed by the owner of the website in question. Third-party providers must also comply with applicable law and the website owner’s privacy policies.
How can I disable cookies?
You can withdraw or change your consent regarding cookies at any time directly on this website by clicking the button below:
Change your cookie preferences
Alternatively, you can withdraw your consent by sending an email to [email protected] or by adjusting your browser settings.
Disabling or blocking cookies may affect your visit to or use of our Website. All modern browsers include an option to change your cookie settings. These settings are generally found in the “Options” section or the “Preferences” menu of your browser.
To better understand these settings, you can visit one of the following links or check your browser’s “Help” section for more details:
- Cookie settings in Internet Explorer
- Cookie settings in Firefox
- Cookie settings in Chrome
- Cookie settings in Safari
You can find more information about cookies at www.allaboutcookies.org or by contacting us at: [email protected]