Cookies Policy

Last Updated: July 5, 2025

At Stones & Bracelets, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, www.stonesandbracelets.com, to enhance your browsing experience, analyze traffic, and support personalized advertising. This Cookies Policy explains what these technologies are, how we use them, and your options for managing them.

By continuing to use our website, you agree to our use of cookies as outlined below, unless you disable them through your browser settings.

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1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to recognize your browser and store certain information, such as login status, cart contents, language preferences, or analytics data.

Cookies serve a variety of purposes, including enabling basic website functionality, helping us understand site usage, and tailoring content or ads to your interests.

Cookies may be:

• First-party cookies – set by Stones & Bracelets directly
• Third-party cookies – set by external services we use (e.g., Google, Facebook)

They can also be categorized by lifespan:

• Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies – remain on your device until they expire or are manually deleted

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2. What Other Tracking Technologies Do We Use?

In addition to cookies, we may use web beacons (also known as tracking pixels or clear GIFs) on our website or in marketing emails. These are tiny image files that allow us to understand user interactions, such as:

• Whether an email was opened
• If a link was clicked
• How visitors move between pages on our website
• Whether a user arrived on our site via an online ad

These technologies often work in conjunction with cookies and may be disabled by rejecting or deleting cookies in your browser.

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3. Types of Cookies We Use

We categorize the cookies on our site as follows:

a) Strictly Necessary Cookies

Essential for the site to function properly. These enable secure checkout, cart persistence, and basic navigation.
Examples: Shopify checkout and session cookies

b) Performance & Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our website and improve its performance.
Examples: Google Analytics, Shopify analytics cookies

c) Functionality Cookies

Remember your preferences — such as language, region, or recently viewed items — to personalize your experience.

d) Targeting & Advertising Cookies

Used to deliver relevant ads and measure their performance. These cookies may track browsing across websites.
Examples: Meta Pixel (Facebook/Instagram), Google Ads remarketing tags, Klaviyo email tracking

These third-party tools may place cookies on your device and collect usage data under their own privacy and cookie policies.

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4. Third-Party Services Disclaimer

We work with trusted third-party tools (like Google, Meta, Klaviyo, and Shopify) to support our site’s functionality and marketing. Their cookie usage is governed by their own policies. We recommend reviewing those if you wish to manage or opt out.

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5. How to Manage Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings. Most modern browsers allow you to:

• View what cookies are stored
• Block cookies from specific sites
• Delete all cookies on exit
• Receive alerts when cookies are set

Please note: Disabling cookies may impact core website features, such as the ability to:

• Add items to your cart
• Stay logged in between pages
• Proceed through checkout
• Save your preferences (e.g., currency, language)

For managing targeted advertising cookies, you may also use:

• Google Ads Settings
• Facebook Ad Preferences
• Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out Tool

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6. Your Consent

When you first visit our site, a cookie banner will prompt you to accept or manage cookie preferences. By continuing to browse the site or clicking “Accept,” you consent to our use of cookies and similar technologies in accordance with this policy.

You may withdraw or update your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or clearing cookies.

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7. Updates to This Policy

We may revise this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal obligations, or business practices. The most current version will always be available on our website, with the effective date clearly indicated.

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8. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookies Policy or how we use your data, please contact us at:

📧 contact@stonesandbracelets.com