PetzVibes Cookie Policy
Effective Date: Dec 2024
Last Updated: Nov 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to improve website performance, enhance the user experience, and provide insights to website owners.
At PetzVibes (“we,” “our,” or “us”), we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze website traffic, personalize content, and deliver targeted advertising. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.
This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
Purpose:
- Enable core website functionality
- Remember items in your shopping cart
- Maintain your login session
- Secure your account and transactions
- Remember your cookie consent preferences
Examples:
- Session cookies for shopping cart management
- Authentication cookies for logged-in users
- Security cookies to prevent fraudulent activity
Duration: Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or up to 1 year
Legal Basis: These cookies are necessary for the performance of our contract with you and for our legitimate interests in providing a secure, functional website.
2. Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website performance and user experience.
Purpose:
- Track website traffic and user behavior
- Identify popular products and pages
- Monitor website performance and loading times
- Understand how visitors navigate our site
- Generate aggregate statistics
Third-Party Services We Use:
- Google Analytics: Tracks website usage, traffic sources, and user demographics
- Google Tag Manager: Manages and deploys marketing and analytics tags
- Other analytics platforms for performance monitoring
Information Collected:
- Pages visited and time spent on each page
- Click patterns and navigation paths
- Device type, browser, and operating system
- Geographic location (country/city level)
- Referring websites and search terms
- Bounce rates and exit pages
Duration: Up to 2 years
Legal Basis: Your consent (for EU/UK visitors) or our legitimate interest in understanding and improving our website.
3. Functionality and Preference Cookies
These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.
Purpose:
- Remember your language and regional preferences
- Store your product viewing history
- Personalize content based on your interests
- Remember your display preferences (grid vs. list view)
- Provide customized product recommendations
Examples:
- Language preference cookies
- Recently viewed products
- Wishlist items
- Display settings and filters
Duration: Up to 1 year
Legal Basis: Your consent or our legitimate interest in providing you with a personalized experience.
4. Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They also help us measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and limit the number of times you see an advertisement.
Purpose:
- Display targeted advertisements based on your browsing behavior
- Track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
- Retarget visitors who have viewed specific products
- Deliver personalized product recommendations
- Prevent showing you the same advertisement repeatedly
- Measure ad performance and return on investment
Third-Party Advertising Partners:
- Facebook Pixel: Tracks conversions and enables retargeting on Facebook and Instagram
- Google Ads: Delivers targeted advertisements across Google’s network
- Retargeting Platforms: Various platforms that show you relevant ads on other websites
- Affiliate Networks: Track referrals and commissions from partner websites
Information Collected:
- Products viewed and added to cart
- Pages visited and time spent
- Purchase history and preferences
- Device and browser information
- IP address and location data
Duration: Up to 2 years (varies by advertising partner)
Legal Basis: Your consent (required in EU/UK and many other jurisdictions)
Note: We do not sell your personal information to third parties. Advertising cookies help us show you relevant products and offers based on your interests.
5. Social Media Cookies
These cookies are set by social media platforms when you interact with social media content on our website, such as sharing products or following us on social media.
Purpose:
- Enable social media sharing functionality
- Track social media engagement
- Connect your social media profile with our website
- Display social media content on our site
Third-Party Platforms:
- Twitter/X
- YouTube
- TikTok
Information Shared:
- Pages you share or like
- Products you view or interact with
- Your social media profile information (if you choose to connect)
Duration: Varies by platform (typically up to 2 years)
Legal Basis: Your consent
Similar Technologies We Use
In addition to cookies, we use other tracking technologies:
Web Beacons (Pixels)
Small graphic images embedded in web pages and emails that allow us to track page views, email opens, and user actions.
Use Cases:
- Track email marketing performance
- Monitor ad impressions and clicks
- Analyze website traffic patterns
Local Storage
Browser-based storage that allows us to store data locally on your device for faster load times and improved functionality.
Use Cases:
- Store user preferences
- Cache product images and data
- Improve website performance
Session Storage
Temporary storage that maintains data during your browsing session and is cleared when you close your browser.
Use Cases:
- Maintain shopping cart contents
- Remember form inputs during checkout
- Track navigation within a single session
Cookie Duration
Cookies can be classified by their duration:
Session Cookies
These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They help maintain your session as you navigate through our website.
Persistent Cookies
These remain on your device for a set period (specified in the cookie) or until you manually delete them. They remember your preferences and actions for future visits.
Typical Duration by Category:
- Essential Cookies: Session to 1 year
- Analytics Cookies: Up to 2 years
- Functionality Cookies: Up to 1 year
- Marketing Cookies: Up to 2 years
- Social Media Cookies: Varies by platform
First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies
First-Party Cookies
Set directly by PetzVibes to enhance your experience on our website. We have full control over these cookies.
Third-Party Cookies
Set by external services we use (like Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, advertising networks). These are governed by the third party’s privacy policy.
Key Third Parties:
- Google (Analytics, Ads, Tag Manager)
- Facebook/Meta (Pixel, social plugins)
- PayPal (payment processing)
- Advertising and retargeting platforms
- Email service providers
- Shipping carriers
How to Manage Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options to control and manage cookies:
1. Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit PetzVibes.com, you’ll see a cookie consent banner where you can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences by category
- Learn more about each cookie category
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in our website footer.
2. Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete cookies after each browsing session
- View and delete individual cookies
- Receive notifications before cookies are set
How to Manage Cookies by Browser:
Google Chrome:
- Click the three-dot menu > Settings
- Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
- Choose your preferred setting
Mozilla Firefox:
- Click the menu button > Settings
- Privacy & Security
- Choose your cookie settings under “Cookies and Site Data”
Safari:
- Safari > Preferences
- Privacy tab
- Manage cookies and website data
Microsoft Edge:
- Settings > Privacy, search, and services
- Clear browsing data > Cookies and other site data
Note: Blocking or deleting cookies may affect website functionality. Essential cookies are necessary for the website to work properly.
3. Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of targeted advertising through these industry tools:
For General Advertising:
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): www.networkadvertising.org/choices
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): www.aboutads.info/choices
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA): www.youronlinechoices.eu
For Specific Platforms:
- Google Ads: Google Ad Settings
- Facebook: Facebook Ad Preferences
4. Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers have a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you don’t want to be tracked. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but you can use the methods above to control tracking.
5. Mobile Device Settings
iOS Devices:
- Settings > Privacy > Tracking > Allow Apps to Request to Track (toggle off)
- Settings > Safari > Prevent Cross-Site Tracking (toggle on)
Android Devices:
- Settings > Google > Ads > Opt out of Ads Personalization
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable or block cookies, please be aware that:
Features That May Be Affected:
- Shopping cart functionality may not work properly
- You may need to log in each time you visit
- Your preferences and settings won’t be remembered
- Product recommendations may be less relevant
- Some pages may load more slowly
- Certain features may not be available
Features That Will Still Work:
- Browsing products and categories
- Reading blog content and pet care advice
- Viewing product information and reviews
- Contacting customer service
We strive to provide the best possible experience, but some functionality requires cookies to work properly.
Cookies and Your Privacy Rights
For EU/UK/EEA Residents (GDPR/UK GDPR)
Under data protection law, you have the right to:
- Be informed about cookies before they are placed
- Provide or withdraw consent for non-essential cookies
- Access information about cookies stored on your device
- Object to the use of cookies for certain purposes
We obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device through our cookie consent banner.
For California Residents (CCPA)
While cookies themselves are not “personal information” under CCPA, the data collected through cookies may be. You have the right to:
- Know what information is collected about you
- Request deletion of your information
- Opt-out of the “sale” of personal information (we do not sell personal information)
For Other Jurisdictions
We respect privacy rights under applicable local laws. Contact us if you have questions about your specific rights.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in our cookie practices
- New cookies or tracking technologies
- Changes in applicable laws and regulations
- Improvements to our website functionality
When we make material changes:
- We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
- We may notify you through our website or via email
- For EU/UK visitors, we may request renewed consent through our cookie banner
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Third-Party Cookie Policies
Our third-party partners have their own cookie policies. We recommend reviewing them for more information:
- Google: Google Privacy & Terms
- Facebook/Meta: Facebook Cookies Policy
- PayPal: PayPal Cookie Statement
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of third-party websites and services.
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us:
PetzVibes.com
Email: contact@petzvibes.com
Subject Line: Cookie Policy Inquiry
For GDPR/UK GDPR inquiries, please include “GDPR – Cookies” in your subject line.
We will respond to your inquiry within 30 days.
Consent
By continuing to use PetzVibes website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through our cookie consent banner or browser settings.
Thank you for choosing PetzVibes! We’re committed to transparency about our use of cookies while providing you and your pets with the best possible shopping experience. 🐾
Quick Reference: Cookie Categories Summary
| Category | Purpose | Examples | Opt-Out Option |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | Website functionality | Shopping cart, login, security | Cannot be disabled |
| Analytics | Track website usage | Google Analytics | Yes – Cookie banner/browser |
| Functionality | Personalization | Language, preferences, recently viewed | Yes – Cookie banner/browser |
| Marketing | Targeted advertising | Facebook Pixel, Google Ads, retargeting | Yes – Cookie banner/Ad Settings |
| Social Media | Social sharing | Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest plugins | Yes – Cookie banner/Platform settings |
Need to adjust your cookie settings? Click “Cookie Settings” in our website footer or manage through your browser preferences.