1.1. This Cookie Policy (the “Cookie Policy”) explains how https://karmalita.store (the “Website”) uses Cookies and similar technologies when Users access or use the Website.
1.2. This Cookie Policy forms an integral part of the Website’s Privacy Policy and should be read together with the Website’s Terms and Conditions.
1.3. By using the Website, the User acknowledges that Cookies may be used in accordance with this Cookie Policy and, where required by applicable law, provides or withholds consent through the Website’s Cookie Consent Banner.
2. WHAT ARE COOKIES?
2.1. Cookies are small text files that are stored on a User’s computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when visiting a website.
2.2. Cookies help websites function properly, remember User preferences, improve security, analyze Website traffic, and enhance the overall browsing experience.
2.3. In addition to Cookies, the Website may use similar technologies, including:
web beacons;
tracking pixels;
local storage;
session storage;
similar browser technologies.
3. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE
3.1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
These Cookies are essential for the operation of the Website and cannot be disabled because they enable core Website functionality, including:
website security;
shopping cart functionality;
checkout process;
account login (if applicable);
fraud prevention;
network management.
3.2. Functional Cookies
These Cookies remember User preferences and improve the functionality of the Website, including:
language selection;
region settings;
user preferences;
previously selected options.
3.3. Analytics Cookies
With the User’s consent where required, Analytics Cookies help the Seller understand how visitors use the Website by collecting anonymous statistical information, including:
pages visited;
time spent on pages;
navigation paths;
device information;
browser information;
performance statistics.
3.4. Marketing Cookies
Where the User has provided consent, Marketing Cookies may be used to:
display relevant advertisements;
measure advertising effectiveness;
limit repeated advertisements;
personalize marketing content.
3.5. Third-Party Cookies
Some Cookies may be placed by trusted third-party service providers that assist in operating the Website, processing payments, analyzing traffic, or providing embedded content. These third parties process information in accordance with their own privacy policies.
4. LEGAL BASIS FOR THE USE OF COOKIES
4.1. The Website uses Cookies in accordance with applicable data protection and privacy laws, including, where applicable, Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (General Data Protection Regulation – GDPR) and Directive 2002/58/EC (ePrivacy Directive), as amended.
4.2. Strictly Necessary Cookies are used on the basis of the Seller’s legitimate interest in ensuring the secure and proper operation of the Website.
4.3. Functional, Analytics, Marketing, and other non-essential Cookies are used only after obtaining the User’s consent where such consent is required by applicable law.
4.4. The User may withdraw or modify their Cookie preferences at any time without affecting the lawfulness of processing carried out before such withdrawal.
5. COOKIE CONSENT
5.1. Upon the User’s first visit to the Website, a Cookie Consent Banner may be displayed requesting the User’s preferences regarding the use of non-essential Cookies.
5.2. The User may choose to:
– accept all Cookies;
– reject all non-essential Cookies;
– customize Cookie preferences by category.
5.3. The User’s preferences will be stored for a reasonable period or until they are changed or withdrawn.
5.4. The User may change or withdraw previously given consent at any time through the Cookie settings available on the Website, where such functionality is provided.
5.5. Withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of the use of Cookies before such withdrawal.
6. MANAGING COOKIES
6.1. Most web browsers allow Users to manage, block, restrict, or delete Cookies through their browser settings.
6.2. The User may also configure the browser to notify them before Cookies are stored on their device.
6.3. Disabling or blocking certain Cookies may affect the availability, functionality, or performance of some Website features.
6.4. The Seller shall not be responsible for any reduced functionality of the Website resulting from the User disabling or blocking Cookies.
6.5. Information about managing Cookies is available through the help pages of the User’s web browser.
7. COOKIE RETENTION PERIOD
7.1. Different categories of Cookies may be stored for different periods depending on their purpose.
7.2. Session Cookies are automatically deleted when the User closes their web browser.
7.3. Persistent Cookies remain stored on the User’s device until they expire or are manually deleted by the User.
7.4. The retention period for each Cookie depends on its purpose, technical requirements, applicable legal obligations, and the settings established by the relevant service provider.
8. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES
8.1. The Website may use Cookies provided by trusted third-party service providers to support the operation of the Website, process payments, analyze Website traffic, improve Website performance, and provide embedded content or additional services.
8.2. Depending on the functionality available on the Website, third-party Cookies may include services provided by payment processors, website analytics providers, content delivery networks, social media platforms, video hosting services, and other technology providers.
8.3. Each third-party provider processes information in accordance with its own Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy.
8.4. The Seller does not control the operation of third-party Cookies and is not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party providers.
9. CHANGES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY
9.1. The Seller reserves the right to amend, update, or modify this Cookie Policy at any time.
9.2. The current version of this Cookie Policy will always be available on the Website.
9.3. Any revised version of this Cookie Policy becomes effective upon publication on the Website unless a different effective date is expressly stated.
9.4. Continued use of the Website after the publication of an updated Cookie Policy constitutes the User’s acknowledgment of and agreement to the revised Cookie Policy to the extent permitted by applicable law.
9.5. If any provision of this Cookie Policy is held to be invalid, unlawful, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.
9.6. Any matters not expressly governed by this Cookie Policy shall be governed by the Website’s Privacy Policy, Terms and Conditions, and the applicable laws of Ukraine.
