Last updated: February 8, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Vintage Machine uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as the specific providers we partner with.

1. What are Cookies and Tracking Tools? Cookies are small text files that are downloaded to your device when you visit a website or use an app. They allow the Owner to store information (e.g., login status, cart contents) or perform specific functions (e.g., security checks). For simplicity, in this document, we refer to cookies, web beacons, pixels, and scripts collectively as "Tracking Tools".

2. How We Use Tracking Tools
We use Tracking Tools for the following purposes:

• Strictly Necessary: To ensure the website functions correctly (e.g., login, checkout).
• Measurement: To analyze traffic and user behavior (Google Analytics).
• Marketing & Targeting: To provide personalized ads and measure advertising performance (Meta, Google Ads, Klaviyo).

DETAILED LIST OF COOKIES & PROVIDERS

Below is a detailed list of the First-Party and Third-Party Tracking Tools used on this Application.

A. Strictly Necessary & Functionality (Technical)

These tools are essential for the operation of the service. They include payment processing and platform management.

1. Shopify (Platform Provider)

• Provider: Shopify International Limited (Ireland).
• Purpose: Hosting, cart management, user session, and security.
• Key Cookies & Duration: _ab (2 years), cart (14 days), _secure_admin_session_id (24 hours).checkout_session_token (21 days), keep_alive (Session).secure_customer_sig (20 years), storefront_digest (2 years).

2. Shop Pay

• Provider: Shopify International Limited.
• Purpose: Accelerated checkout and payment processing.
• Data Processed: Payment info, shipping address, purchase history.

3. PayPal

• Provider: PayPal Inc.
• Purpose: Payment processing and fraud prevention.
• Key Cookies: ts (Session), __paypal_storage__ (Indefinite), x-pp-s (Session).
• Data Processed: Financial info, device usage data.

B. Measurement & Analytics

These tools help us understand how users interact with our store.

1. Google Analytics 4 (GA4)

• Provider: Google Ireland Limited.
• Purpose: Traffic analysis, session statistics, and user behavior tracking. GA4 anonymizes IP addresses before storage.
• Key Cookies: _ga (2 years): Used to distinguish users._ga_<container_id> (2 years): Used to persist session state.
• Opt-out: You can download the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

C. Marketing & Advertising

These tools allow us to show you personalized ads on other platforms (like Instagram or Google) based on your browsing behavior.

1. Klaviyo (Email Marketing)

• Provider: Klaviyo Inc. (USA).
• Purpose: Managing email lists, recovering abandoned carts, and personalized marketing.
• Key Cookie: __kla_id (2 years).
• Data Processed: Email, purchase history, browsing behavior.

2. Meta (Facebook & Instagram)
We use several Meta tools to measure ad performance and show you relevant products.

• Tools: Meta Pixel, Conversions API, Audience Network, Custom Audiences.
• Provider: Meta Platforms Ireland Limited.
• Key Cookies: _fbp (3 months): Used to store and track visits across websites._fbc (3 months): Used to store the last visit details.
• Purpose: Retargeting, lookalike audiences, and ad measurement.

3. Google Ads

• Tools: Google Ads Conversion Tracking, Remarketing, Customer Match.
• Provider: Google LLC (USA).
• Key Cookies: IDE (1 year): Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report the user's actions after viewing or clicking an ad.test_cookie (15 mins): Checks if the browser supports cookies._gcl_aw / _gcl_dc (3 months): Conversion linking.
• Purpose: To show you ads on Google Search, YouTube, and partner sites based on your past visits.

3. Data Transfer Outside the EU Some of our partners (e.g., Klaviyo, Google LLC, Meta Platforms Inc.) are based in the United States. Data transfers to the US are conducted based on valid legal frameworks (such as the Data Privacy Framework or Standard Contractual Clauses) to ensure your data is protected.

4. How to Manage Your Preferences You can manage your cookie preferences in the following ways:

• Browser Settings: You can block or delete cookies directly through your browser (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge).
• Mobile Settings: You can limit ad tracking in your iOS (Settings > Privacy > Tracking) or Android settings.
• Third-Party Opt-Outs: Google Ads: Ads Settings - Meta (Facebook): Ad Preferences - General: Visit YourOnlineChoices (EU) or NAI Consumer Opt Out (USA).

5. Consequences of Refusing Cookies
Users are free to decide whether or not to allow Tracking Tools. However, please note that blocking strictly necessary cookies (like those from Shopify or PayPal) may prevent the website from functioning correctly (e.g., you may not be able to complete a purchase).

6. Contact Information Data Controller
For any questions regarding this Cookie Policy, please contact us at: support@vintagemachine.co