Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, what types of cookies this Website uses, and how you can control them. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and to provide information to website owners. Cookies do not typically contain personal data that directly identifies you, though they can be combined with other data to identify you.
Similar technologies include web beacons, pixels, local storage, and session storage, which function in a comparable way. This policy covers all such technologies collectively referred to as "cookies".
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Ensure the Website functions correctly (essential cookies)
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Analyze how visitors use the Website to improve performance
- Understand which content is most valuable to our audience
- Record your cookie consent preferences
3. Categories of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the Website to function. They cannot be disabled. They are set in response to your actions such as filling in forms and do not store any personally identifiable information.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | arslanemre.com | Maintains your session state (CSRF protection for contact form) | Session |
| arslan_cc_consent | arslanemre.com | Stores your cookie consent preferences (localStorage) | 12 months |
3.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use the Website. All data is aggregated and anonymised — they do not directly identify individuals. These are only set with your explicit consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 | Session state management for GA4 | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users (24 hour cookie) | 24 hours |
| _clck, _clsk | Microsoft Clarity | Session recording and heatmap analysis | 1 year / session |
| _ym_uid, _ym_d, _ym_isad | Yandex Metrika | Analyzes user behavior and traffic sources | 1 year |
3.3 Marketing Cookies
Marketing cookies are used to track visitors across websites. The intention is to display advertisements that are relevant and engaging. These are only set with your explicit consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _gcl_au | Conversion tracking for Google Ads | 3 months | |
| GTM container | Google Tag Manager | Container for deploying marketing and analytics tags | Depends on tags |
3.4 Personalization Cookies
These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, more personal features. Set only with your explicit consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| __cf_bm | Calendly | Manages bot challenges for Calendly booking widget | 30 minutes |
4. How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences
When you first visit arslanemre.com, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies, deny non-essential cookies, or set your preferences by category. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the button below:
You can also manage cookies directly through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are set and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of this Website. Browser-specific guidance:
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on this Website are placed by third-party services. I do not control these cookies. For more information, please refer to the respective privacy policies:
6. Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals your preference not to be tracked across websites. Our analytics setup respects your consent choices as managed through the cookie banner. We do not currently respond to browser-level DNT signals separately.
7. Changes to This Policy
I may update this Cookie Policy periodically. The "Last Updated" date at the top of the page reflects any changes. I encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed about how we use cookies.
8. Contact
Emre Arslan
Shopify Plus Consultant & Ecommerce PM
Website: arslanemre.com
Contact: arslanemre.com/contact