Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 15, 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our site.
Cookies contain information that is transferred to your device's hard drive. They help us improve our website and deliver a better and more personalized service.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Maintains your session while browsing the site | Session |
| csrf_token | Security protection against cross-site request forgery | Session |
| auth_remember | Remembers your login status if you choose "Remember Me" | 30 days |
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics - collects data on user interactions | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Stores your site preferences (theme, language, etc.) | 1 year |
| cart_items | Remembers items in your shopping cart | 7 days |
| recently_viewed | Tracks recently viewed products | 30 days |
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions and remarketing | 3 months |
| marketing_consent | Stores your marketing communication preferences | 2 years |
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages:
- Google Analytics: Helps us analyze website traffic and user behavior
- Stripe: Facilitates secure payment processing
- PayPal: Enables PayPal payment options
- Social Media Platforms: Enable social sharing functionality
- Email Service Providers: Track email campaign effectiveness
These third parties may also use cookies for their own purposes. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies for more information.
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
4.1 Browser Settings
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete individual cookies or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all cookies
- Set preferences for cookie acceptance
4.2 Browser-Specific Instructions
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
4.3 Opt-Out Links
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out
- Facebook: Facebook Ad Preferences
- General Advertising: Digital Advertising Alliance
5. Impact of Disabling Cookies
Disabling certain cookies may impact your experience on our website:
- Essential Cookies: The website may not function properly without these
- Functionality Cookies: You may lose personalized settings and preferences
- Analytics Cookies: We cannot improve our services based on usage data
- Marketing Cookies: You may see less relevant advertisements
6. Cookie Consent
By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or contacting us directly.
For users in the European Union, we obtain explicit consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device, in compliance with GDPR requirements.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices.
8. Contact Information
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Privacy Team: privacy@ghostmodifications.com
General Support: support@ghostmodifications.com
Data Protection Officer: dpo@ghostmodifications.com