Understanding how we use cookies to enhance your experience on JewelryCarats.com
Last Updated: December 28, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how JewelryCarats.com (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies allow websites to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Recognize you when you return to the site
- Improve your browsing experience
- Understand how you use the website
- Deliver relevant content and advertisements
- Ensure security and prevent fraud
Important: Cookies do not contain viruses or malware. They cannot access other information on your computer or mobile device.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use several types of cookies on JewelryCarats.com, each serving different purposes:
3. Specific Cookies Used on JewelryCarats.com
Below is a detailed list of cookies we use on our website:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users and tracks website usage | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users (short-term) | 24 hours | Analytics |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute | Analytics |
| PHPSESSID | JewelryCarats.com | Preserves user session state | Session | Essential |
| cookieconsent_status | JewelryCarats.com | Stores cookie consent preferences | 1 year | Essential |
| wordpress_* | WordPress | Stores authentication details for logged-in users | Session/14 days | Functional |
| wp-settings-* | WordPress | Customizes WordPress admin interface | 1 year | Functional |
| IDE, DSID | Used for advertising and remarketing | 1-2 years | Advertising | |
| fr, tr | Delivers targeted advertising | 3 months | Advertising | |
| _pinterest_sess | Tracks Pinterest button interactions | 1 year | Advertising |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the placement of these cookies, and you should check the relevant third party’s website for more information about their cookies and how to manage them.
4. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several important reasons:
To Provide Essential Functionality
- Enable you to navigate our website and use its features
- Maintain your security and prevent fraudulent activity
- Remember your login status during your visit
To Improve Your Experience
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Personalize content based on your interests
- Provide relevant product recommendations
- Enable social media sharing features
To Analyze Website Performance
- Understand how visitors use our website
- Identify which content is most valuable to readers
- Measure the effectiveness of our content
- Identify and fix technical issues
To Support Our Business
- Track affiliate links and earn commissions on qualifying purchases
- Deliver relevant advertisements that support our free content
- Measure the performance of advertising campaigns
- Prevent fraudulent clicks on advertisements
5. How to Control Cookies
Your Cookie Choices
You have several options to control or limit how we and our partners use cookies:
- Cookie Consent Banner: When you first visit our website, you can accept or reject non-essential cookies through our consent banner
- Browser Settings: You can configure your browser to refuse all cookies or alert you when cookies are being sent
- Opt-Out Tools: You can opt out of targeted advertising through industry opt-out platforms
- Delete Cookies: You can delete cookies that have already been placed on your device
Browser-Specific Cookie Controls
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here are links to cookie management instructions for popular browsers:
Google Chrome
Mozilla Firefox
Microsoft Edge
Note: If you block or delete cookies, some features of our website may not function properly, and your experience may be limited.
Google Analytics Opt-Out
You can prevent Google Analytics from tracking your activity by:
- Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Using your browser’s Do Not Track (DNT) setting
- Adjusting your cookie preferences in our consent banner
Targeted Advertising Opt-Out
You can opt out of targeted advertising by visiting:
6. Third-Party Services
We use several third-party services that may place cookies on your device:
Google Services
- Google Analytics: Website analytics and performance tracking
- Google AdSense: Display advertising
- Google Fonts: Web font delivery
Amazon Associates
- Affiliate marketing tracking
- Product recommendation personalization
Social Media Platforms
- Facebook: Social sharing and advertising
- Pinterest: Pin button and content sharing
- Instagram: Embedded content
Important Notice
These third-party services have their own privacy policies and cookie policies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they collect and use your information.
7. Cookie Consent and Compliance
Your Rights Under GDPR and Privacy Laws
If you are located in the European Union, United Kingdom, or other regions with comprehensive data protection laws, you have specific rights regarding cookies:
- Right to be informed: We provide clear information about our cookie usage
- Right to consent: We obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies
- Right to withdraw consent: You can change your cookie preferences at any time
- Right to object: You can object to the use of cookies for certain purposes
Managing Your Consent
You can update your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in our website footer
- Clearing your browser cookies and revisiting the site
- Contacting us at the email address provided below
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:
- The cookies we use
- Legal and regulatory requirements
- Our website functionality and features
- Industry best practices
When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
- Notify you through a prominent notice on our website
- Request your consent again if required by law
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Additional Resources
For more information about our privacy practices, please review:
- Privacy Policy – How we collect and use your personal information
- Terms and Conditions – Terms of use for our website
- Editorial Guidelines – Our content standards and practices
Effective Date: December 28, 2025
Last Updated: December 28, 2025
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