Cookies Policy

Last Updated: July 2025

At Madaj Piercings, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, www.madajpiercings.com, to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and support secure and personalized shopping. This Cookies Policy explains what these technologies are, how we use them, and your options for managing them.

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as outlined below, unless you disable them through your browser settings.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They allow the site to recognize your browser and store certain information, such as login status, cart contents, language preferences, or analytics data.

Cookies serve a variety of purposes, including enabling basic website functionality, helping us understand site usage, and tailoring content or ads to your interests.

Cookies may be:

• First-party cookies – set by Madaj Piercings directly
• Third-party cookies – set by external services we use (e.g., Google, Facebook)

They can also be categorized by lifespan:

• Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies – remain on your device until they expire or are manually deleted

2. Other Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use web beacons (also known as tracking pixels or clear GIFs) on our website or in marketing emails. These are tiny image files that allow us to understand user interactions, such as:

• Whether an email was opened
• If a link was clicked
• How visitors move between pages on our website
• Whether a user arrived on our site via an online ad

These technologies often work in conjunction with cookies and may be disabled by rejecting or deleting cookies in your browser.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We categorize our cookies as follows:

a) Strictly Necessary Cookies

Essential for the site to function properly. They enable secure checkout, shopping cart management, and core browsing features. These cookies cannot be disabled through our website.

• Shopify checkout session cookies
• Cart and currency persistence

b) Performance & Analytics Cookies

Used to collect data on how visitors use the website. This helps us understand site traffic, detect technical issues, and improve performance.

• Google Analytics (_ga, _gid)
• Shopify analytics cookies

c) Functionality Cookies

Remember your preferences — such as language, region, or recently viewed items — to personalize your experience.

d) Targeting & Advertising Cookies

Used by advertising platforms to show you relevant ads and measure ad performance. These may track your browsing habits across different websites.

• Meta (Facebook/Instagram) Pixel
• Google Ads Remarketing Tags
• Klaviyo (email marketing tracking)

These cookies do not collect information that identifies you personally, such as your name or email address, unless you explicitly provide that information via a form or purchase.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We work with third-party services to support our site’s functionality and marketing. These services may place cookies on your device and include:

• Shopify – e-commerce infrastructure and analytics
• Google Analytics – traffic and performance insights
• Meta (Facebook/Instagram) – retargeting and ad delivery
• Klaviyo – personalized email marketing and tracking

We do not control these third-party cookies directly. Their use is subject to their own privacy and cookie policies.

5. How to Manage Cookies

You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings. Most modern browsers allow you to:

• View what cookies are stored
• Block cookies from specific sites
• Delete all cookies on exit
• Receive alerts when cookies are set

Please note: Disabling cookies may impact core website features, such as the ability to:

• Add items to your cart
• Stay logged in between pages
• Proceed through checkout
• Save your preferences (e.g., currency, language)

For managing targeted advertising cookies, you may also use:

• Google Ads Settings
• Facebook Ad Preferences
• Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out Tool

6. Your Consent

When you first visit our site, a cookie banner will prompt you to accept or manage cookie preferences. By continuing to browse the site or clicking “Accept”, you consent to our use of cookies and similar technologies in accordance with this policy.

You may withdraw or update your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or clearing cookies.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may revise this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal obligations, or business practices. The most current version will always be available on our website, with the effective date clearly indicated.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookies Policy or how we use your data, please contact us at:
contact@madajpiercings.com