Cookie Policy

At a la mic, we use cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, personalize content, and analyze site traffic. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies on our website and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy. If you do not agree with our use of cookies, you can disable them by adjusting your browser settings.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet, etc.) when you visit a website. These files store information about your visit, such as preferences, browsing behavior, and interaction with the site. Cookies can help us improve your user experience, analyze traffic, and offer personalized content or advertisements.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on our website:

a. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our website and cannot be disabled. They enable core website features such as shopping cart functionality, user authentication, and security. Without these cookies, some parts of our site may not work properly.

Examples of essential cookies:

  • Cart: Remembers your cart contents as you move between pages.
  • Session cookies: Maintains your session while navigating the site, so you don’t need to re-enter information like login credentials or cart items.

b. Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website, allowing us to improve its performance. They collect anonymous data about page visits, click-through rates, and other browsing behavior. The data collected is used for statistical analysis.

Examples of performance cookies:

  • Google Analytics: Helps us track site usage and user behavior to improve the user experience.
  • Shopify Analytics: Provides insight into customer behavior, traffic sources, and conversion rates.

c. Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow us to enhance the functionality of the website and provide a more personalized experience. They remember your preferences and choices (such as language settings or location) and provide features like product recommendations based on past purchases.

Examples of functionality cookies:

  • Product Recommendations: Recalls products you have viewed or added to your cart.
  • Language/Location Settings: Remembers your language or location preferences.

d. Targeting/Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver more relevant advertisements to you based on your interests and browsing history. They track your browsing activity across websites and allow third-party advertisers to serve ads tailored to your preferences. You can choose to opt-out of these cookies.

Examples of targeting cookies:

  • Google Ads: Delivers personalized advertisements based on your previous site visits.
  • Facebook Pixel: Tracks your activity on our site for retargeting purposes.

3. How to Control and Manage Cookies

You have the right to control and manage the cookies we use. You can adjust your cookie preferences by following these steps:

a. Cookie Banner Preferences

When you first visit our website, a cookie banner will appear asking for your consent to use cookies. You can accept or decline cookies at that time. If you decline cookies, certain features of the site may not function as expected.

b. Browser Settings

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most web browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. However, blocking or deleting cookies may affect your user experience and the functionality of our website. Here are instructions for managing cookies in some popular browsers:

  • Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  • Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings > Privacy, Search, and Services > Cookies and site permissions

For more detailed information on how to manage cookies in your browser, you can visit the support pages of your browser provider.

4. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update our Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or the way we use cookies. We encourage you to review this policy regularly for any updates.