Cookie Policy
Last updated: 20/02/2026
1. Introduction
This website uses cookies and similar technologies in accordance with Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and the EU ePrivacy Directive.
This document explains what cookies we use, why we use them, how long they remain on your device, and how you can manage them.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow websites to function properly, remember preferences, analyse performance and enhance security.
Some essential functionalities may also use localStorage or sessionStorage for operational purposes (e.g., cart fragments or session identifiers). These do not store personal data.
3. Categories of Cookies Used
3.1 Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are necessary for the functioning of the website and do not require consent under applicable law. They enable core functions such as cart operation, checkout, secure payments and basic security features.
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| woocommerce_cart_hash | Essential | Maintains cart session integrity | Session | WooCommerce |
| woocommerce_items_in_cart | Essential | Stores cart item information | Session | WooCommerce |
| wp_woocommerce_session_* | Essential | Stores unique session identifier | Up to 2 days | WooCommerce |
| wordpress_logged_in_* | Essential | Maintains user login session (for customers with accounts) | Session | WordPress |
| wp-settings-* / wp-settings-time-* | Essential | Stores user interface preferences for logged-in users | Up to 1 year | WordPress |
| __stripe_mid / __stripe_sid | Essential / Security | Fraud prevention & payment security | Session to 1 year | Stripe |
| PayPal cookies (various) | Essential / Security | Secure payment processing | Session to 1 year | PayPal |
Legal basis: Performance of a contract (Art. 6(1)(b)) and legitimate interest in secure transactions (Art. 6(1)(f)).
Right to object: Users have the right to object to processing based on legitimate interest under Article 21 GDPR. Please note that where processing is strictly necessary for security and transaction integrity, objection may not be feasible in practice without affecting the service.
3.2 Statistics Cookies
Used to analyse website usage and improve performance. These are only activated with your consent.
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Analytics | Distinguishes users | 14 months | Google Analytics |
| _ga_* | Analytics | Stores session state | 14 months | Google Analytics |
| sbjs_* | Analytics | Tracks traffic source information | Up to 6 months | WooCommerce Sourcebuster |
Google Analytics is configured without Google Signals and is not used for advertising profiling.
Legal basis: Consent (Art. 6(1)(a)).
3.3 Security & Bot Protection
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _GRECAPTCHA | Security | Bot detection and spam prevention | Up to 6 months | Google reCAPTCHA |
Legal basis: Legitimate interest (Art. 6(1)(f)) – protection against abuse and fraud.
Right to object: Users have the right to object to processing based on legitimate interest under Article 21 GDPR.
4. Cookies We Do Not Use
- No advertising or remarketing cookies
- No Google Ads tracking
- No Facebook Pixel
- No TikTok Pixel
- No behavioural marketing profiling
5. Consent Management
Upon your first visit, you are presented with a cookie banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customise your preferences
Non-essential cookies are blocked until you provide consent. We use Google Consent Mode to ensure analytics respect your choice.
You may withdraw or modify consent at any time via the cookie settings link available on the website footer (or via the cookie banner, if available).
6. International Transfers
Some providers (Google, Stripe, PayPal) may process data outside the European Economic Area (EEA), including in the United States.
Transfers are safeguarded through Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent mechanisms in compliance with GDPR.
Where necessary, supplementary safeguards are implemented to ensure an adequate level of protection.
7. Managing Cookies
You can control cookies via:
- Our cookie consent banner / cookie settings
- Your browser settings
- Deleting stored cookies manually
Disabling essential cookies may impact website functionality.
8. Relationship with Privacy Policy
This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
9. Changes
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically. Where changes affect the categories of cookies used or their purposes, renewed consent will be requested where required by law.
10. Contact
Email: nativesdawn@gmail.com
Country: Portugal