Cookie Policy
Last Updated: March 23, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Shop With The Gents uses cookies and similar tracking 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.
Key Points About Cookies:
- Cookies contain small amounts of data
- They are stored on your device's browser
- They help websites remember your preferences
- They can track your browsing behavior
- You can control and delete cookies through your browser
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use different types of cookies to operate and improve our website:
Essential Cookies
RequiredThese cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems.
Purpose:
- Enable you to navigate the website
- Maintain your login session
- Remember items in your shopping cart
- Process payments securely
- Ensure website security
Examples:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
PHPSESSID |
Session management | Session |
user_token |
Authentication | 30 days |
cart_id |
Shopping cart | 7 days |
csrf_token |
Security protection | Session |
Performance Cookies
OptionalThese cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
Purpose:
- Count visits and traffic sources
- Measure website performance
- Identify popular pages and products
- Understand user navigation patterns
- Improve website speed and functionality
Examples:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_ga |
Google Analytics - User tracking | 2 years |
_gid |
Google Analytics - Session tracking | 24 hours |
analytics_session |
Internal analytics | 30 minutes |
Functionality Cookies
OptionalThese cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences.
Purpose:
- Remember your language preference
- Save your location settings
- Recall your product view preferences
- Store your currency selection
- Remember items on your wishlist
Examples:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
preferredLanguage |
Language selection | 1 year |
currency |
Currency preference | 1 year |
view_mode |
Product display preference | 30 days |
wishlist |
Saved items | 90 days |
Marketing/Advertising Cookies
OptionalThese cookies track your online activity to help advertisers deliver more relevant advertising or to limit how many times you see an ad.
Purpose:
- Display relevant advertisements
- Track ad campaign effectiveness
- Limit ad frequency
- Measure conversion rates
- Retarget website visitors
Examples:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_fbp |
Facebook Pixel | 90 days |
ads_prefs |
Ad preferences | 1 year |
conversion_track |
Conversion tracking | 30 days |
3. Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics and deliver advertisements.
Google Analytics
Purpose: Website analytics and performance tracking
Privacy Policy: Google Privacy Policy
Facebook Pixel
Purpose: Ad targeting and conversion tracking
Privacy Policy: Facebook Privacy Policy
Payment Processors
Purpose: Secure payment processing (Mobile Money, Banks)
Note: Payment providers may set their own cookies for fraud prevention
4. How to Control Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in several ways:
🔧 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- View and delete individual cookies
Browser-Specific Instructions:
🍪 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject optional cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our footer.
🚫 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of certain types of cookies using these tools:
⚠️ Important Note:
If you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Essential cookies are required for basic functionality and cannot be disabled.
5. Cookie Duration
Cookies can be classified based on how long they remain on your device:
Session Cookies
These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser. They are used for:
- Maintaining your login session
- Keeping items in your cart
- Remembering your navigation path
Persistent Cookies
These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They are used for:
- Remembering your preferences
- Keeping you logged in
- Tracking long-term behavior
Typical Duration: 30 days to 2 years
6. Your Rights
Under data protection laws, you have the following rights regarding cookies:
Right to Be Informed
You have the right to know what cookies we use and why
Right to Choose
You can accept or reject non-essential cookies
Right to Withdraw Consent
You can change your cookie preferences at any time
Right to Access
You can view and manage cookies in your browser
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We will notify you of any significant changes by:
- Updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page
- Posting a notice on our website
- Sending an email notification to registered users (for major changes)
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Cookie Policy Inquiries
Shop With The Gents
📍 Obuasi, Ashanti Region, Ghana
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Phone: +233596233279 / +233504667544 / +233546824716
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