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Cookie Policy

Last updated: 16/08/2025

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This policy explains how we use cookies on our website. Don't worry - they're the digital kind, not the chocolate chip kind (though those would be more fun)!

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What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit websites. They help websites remember your preferences and work properly. Think of them as tiny digital post-it notes that help our site remember you.

What Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly. You can't turn these off if you want to use our site.

What they do:

  • Remember items in your shopping cart

  • Keep you logged in during your visit

  • Remember your language/location preferences

  • Ensure secure checkout process

  • Prevent fraud and security issues

Examples:

  • Shopping cart contents

  • Session identifiers

  • Security tokens

  • Language settings

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Analytics Cookies (Optional)

We use Google Analytics to understand how people use our website so we can make it better.

What they track:

  • Which pages you visit

  • How long you stay on each page

  • What device/browser you're using

  • General location (city level, not your exact address)

  • How you found our website

What they DON'T track:

  • Your personal identity

  • Your exact location

  • Your personal information

  • Anything that could identify you individually

Preference Cookies (Optional)

These remember your choices to make your experience better.

What they remember:

  • Your cookie preferences

  • Display settings

  • Newsletter signup status

  • Any customization options

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How We Use Cookie Information

To Improve Our Website

  • Popular content: See what snake designs people love most

  • Technical issues: Find and fix broken pages or slow loading times

  • User experience: Make navigation easier and more intuitive

  • Performance: Optimize site speed and functionality

To Understand Our Customers

  • Anonymous insights: General trends about what people are interested in

  • Product development: Ideas for new snake activities and designs

  • Content creation: What behind-the-scenes content resonates

  • Marketing effectiveness: Which channels bring people to our site

Never For

  • Selling your data: We don't sell information to third parties

  • Invasive tracking: We're not following you around the internet

  • Personal identification: All analytics data is anonymized

  • Spam or unwanted contact: Cookies don't contain your email or contact info

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Your Cookie Choices

Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions

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Google Analytics Opt-Out

If you don't want Google Analytics tracking your visit:

  • Browser addon: Install Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

  • Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to block specific tracking

  • Do Not Track: Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser settings

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What Happens If You Disable Cookies

Essential cookies disabled:

  • Shopping cart won't work properly

  • Can't stay logged in

  • Checkout process may fail

  • Security features won't function

Analytics cookies disabled:

  • Website works perfectly fine

  • We just won't know how you use the site

  • No impact on your browsing experience

All cookies disabled:

  • Basic browsing works

  • Can't make purchases

  • Some features won't work

  • May need to re-enter preferences repeatedly

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Third-Party Cookies

Google Analytics

  • What it is: Google's website analytics service

  • What it tracks: Anonymous usage statistics

  • Their privacy policy: Google Analytics Privacy Policy

  • Opt-out: Use Google's opt-out tools or browser settings

Payment Processors

  • PayPal/Stripe: May set cookies during checkout

  • Purpose: Secure payment processing and fraud prevention

  • Privacy: Governed by their respective privacy policies

  • Control: Managed through their platforms, not ours

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No Other Third Parties

We don't use cookies from social media, advertising networks, or other tracking companies.

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Cookie Lifespan

Session Cookies

  • Duration: Deleted when you close your browser

  • Purpose: Essential website functionality during your visit

  • Examples: Shopping cart, login status

Persistent Cookies

  • Duration: Stay on your device until they expire or you delete them

  • Google Analytics: Up to 26 months (but anonymized)

  • Preferences: Until you clear them or change settings

  • Purpose: Remember your choices between visits

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Updates to This Policy

  • Changes: We may update this policy occasionally

  • Notification: Updates posted here with new date

  • Your consent: Continued use means you accept changes

  • Major changes: We'll make these clear and obvious

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More Information
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About Our Website

See our Privacy Policy for more details about how we handle your information.

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About Cookies Generally

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Contact Us

Questions about cookies? Email hello.snakeswithlegs@gmail.com

Want to opt-out? We'll help you configure your settings

Technical issues? We're happy to troubleshoot cookie-related problems

 

The Bottom Line: We use cookies to make our website work properly and understand how to make it better. We're not doing anything sneaky - just trying to create the best possible experience for fellow snake enthusiasts! 🐍🍪

This policy works alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.

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