Cookie Policy
Which cookies we use, why we use them and how you can manage your preferences.
How we use cookies and similar technologies on our website, and how you can control them.
November 2026
Compliant with:
ePrivacy Directive
2002/58/EC
GDPR 2016/679
This Cookie Policy explains how SmartOfferShop uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit www.smartoffershop.com. It has been drafted in compliance with the ePrivacy Directive 2002/58/EC, as interpreted by EU supervisory authorities, and GDPR (EU) 2016/679. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to website owners.
In addition to cookies, we may also use similar technologies such as:
- Web beacons / pixels, tiny invisible images embedded in web pages or emails to track opens and clicks
- Local storage, browser-based storage used to remember settings across sessions
- Session storage, temporary data stored for the duration of a browser session only
- Tracking pixels, used by advertising partners (e.g. Meta Pixel, Google Tag) to measure ad performance
All references to "cookies" in this policy include these similar technologies unless otherwise stated.
Legal Basis for Cookies
Under the ePrivacy Directive 2002/58/EC (implemented in national law across EU Member States) and the GDPR, we are required to obtain your prior, informed, and freely given consent before placing any non-essential cookies on your device.
| Cookie Type | Legal Basis | Consent Required? |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Legitimate interest / contract performance, essential for the website to function | No, exempt under ePrivacy Directive |
| Functional / Preference | Consent, Article 6(1)(a) GDPR | Yes |
| Analytics / Performance | Consent, Article 6(1)(a) GDPR | Yes |
| Marketing / Advertising | Consent, Article 6(1)(a) GDPR | Yes |
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
Essential for core website functionality, always active
These cookies are required for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They do not store any personally identifiable information.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| woocommerce_cart_hash | WooCommerce | Tracks shopping cart contents | Session |
| woocommerce_session_* | WooCommerce | Maintains your shopping session | 2 days |
| wp_woocommerce_session_* | WordPress | Stores session data for logged-in users | Session |
| wordpress_logged_in_* | WordPress | Authentication for logged-in users | Session |
| PHPSESSID | PHP / Server | Maintains server-side session state | Session |
Functional / Preference Cookies
Remember your settings and improve your experience
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference or currency) to provide a more personalised experience.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| woocommerce_recently_viewed | WooCommerce | Stores recently viewed products | Session |
| store_notice* | WooCommerce | Remembers if store notice has been dismissed | Session |
| wp-settings-* | WordPress | Stores UI customisation preferences | 1 year |
Analytics & Performance Cookies
Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
These cookies collect information about how you use our website, which pages you visit, how long you stay, and any errors encountered. All data is aggregated and anonymised; it does not identify you personally.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users (anonymised) | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Stores session state for GA4 | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users, used for 24h reporting | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate to Google servers | 1 minute |
Marketing & Advertising Cookies
Used to deliver relevant ads and measure campaign effectiveness
These cookies are set by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other websites. They do not store personal data directly but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and device.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Meta (Facebook) | Identifies browsers for ad delivery and conversion measurement | 3 months |
| fr | Meta (Facebook) | Used for targeted advertising on Facebook/Instagram | 3 months |
| IDE | Google (DoubleClick) | Used for Google Display Network ad targeting | 13 months |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads | Stores and tracks conversions from Google Ads | 3 months |
How Long Cookies Stay on Your Device
Cookies can be either session cookies or persistent cookies:
| Type | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Session cookies | Deleted automatically when you close your browser. Used to maintain your shopping cart and login status within a visit. | PHPSESSID, woocommerce_cart_hash |
| Persistent cookies | Remain on your device until their expiry date or until you delete them manually. Used for analytics, advertising, and preferences. | _ga (2 years), _fbp (3 months) |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, and we have no control over how they use the data they collect.
| Third Party | Category | Privacy Policy |
|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Analytics | policies.google.com/privacy |
| Google Ads / DoubleClick | Marketing | policies.google.com/privacy |
| Meta (Facebook / Instagram) | Marketing | facebook.com/privacy/policy |
Where these third parties transfer data outside the EEA, they rely on Standard Contractual Clauses or other approved transfer mechanisms under GDPR Chapter V.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can withdraw or change your cookie consent at any time. Your consent choices are recorded and stored on your device. Changing your preferences will take effect immediately for new cookies, but may not affect cookies already set.
Cookie Preferences
Strictly Necessary
Required for the website to function. Cannot be disabled.
Write to support@smartoffershop.com or use our contact form. We reply within 24–48 hours, Monday to Friday.