Cookie Policy - Astro Swiss

This Cookie Policy explains how Astro Swiss uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website at astroswiss.com. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your browsing experience.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled.

• Authentication cookies: Keep you logged into your account
• Security cookies: Protect against fraudulent activity
• Session cookies: Maintain your session state during checkout

2.2 Functionality Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences to enhance your experience.

• Dark mode preference: Remembers your theme choice
• Cookie consent: Remembers your cookie preferences

2.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website. You can opt-out of these cookies.

• Google Tag Manager: Tracks page views, user behavior, and conversion events
• Google Analytics: Provides website traffic insights (via GTM)
• Microsoft Clarity: Records user sessions, heatmaps, and interaction patterns for UX insights

2.4 Third-Party Cookies

Third-party services may set their own cookies when you use our site.

• Stripe: Payment processing cookies during checkout

3. Detailed Cookie Information

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Type
auth_token	User authentication	Session	Essential
dark_mode	Theme preference	1 year	Functionality
cookie_consent	Cookie preferences	1 year	Functionality
_ga	Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users	2 years	Analytics
_ga_<container-id>	Persists session state for Google Analytics 4	2 years	Analytics
_clck	Microsoft Clarity user ID	1 year	Analytics
_clsk	Microsoft Clarity session	24 hours	Analytics
__stripe_*	Payment security	Session	Third-Party

4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

4.1 Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences.

Click the link above to change your cookie choices at any time.

4.2 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Here's how to disable cookies in popular browsers:

Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
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Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
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Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
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Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies
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Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality, such as the ability to log in or make purchases.

5. Opt-Out of Google Analytics

You can prevent Google Analytics from recognizing you on return visits by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on:

Download Google Analytics Opt-Out Add-on

6. Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you don't want to be tracked. We respect DNT signals and will disable non-essential tracking when DNT is enabled.

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last updated" date.

8. More Information

For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our:

• Privacy Policy
• Terms of Service

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at hello@astroswiss.com.