Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 1, 2025

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 service.

Types of Cookies We Use

We use different types of cookies for various purposes:

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly: • Authentication cookies (to keep you logged in) • Security cookies (to protect against attacks) • Session cookies (to maintain your session) • Load balancing cookies (for performance)

Functional Cookies

These cookies enhance your experience: • Language preferences • Theme and display settings • Garden view preferences • Recently viewed items

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how you use our service: • Page views and user interactions • Feature usage statistics • Performance metrics • Error tracking

Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used for marketing purposes (with your consent): • Advertising preferences • Campaign effectiveness • Social media integration • Personalized content

Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:

Google Services

• Google Analytics (for usage analytics) • Google OAuth (for authentication) • Google Fonts (for typography)

Payment Processors

• Stripe (for payment processing)

Other Services

• Content delivery networks • Error tracking services • Customer support tools

Managing Cookies

You have several options for managing cookies:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to: • Block all cookies • Block third-party cookies only • Delete existing cookies • Receive notifications when cookies are set

Our Cookie Preferences

You can manage your cookie preferences through our settings: • Essential cookies (cannot be disabled) • Functional cookies (can be disabled) • Analytics cookies (can be disabled) • Marketing cookies (can be disabled)

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable certain cookies, some features may not work properly: • You may need to log in more frequently • Your preferences may not be saved • Some features may be unavailable • The site may load more slowly

Cookie Retention

Different cookies have different lifespans: • Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser • Persistent cookies: Remain until expiration or deletion • Essential cookies: Typically last for the session • Analytics cookies: Usually expire after 2 years

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. We will notify you of significant changes and update the "last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: • Email: contact@dahliagarden.com