Cookie Policy for BrewTopia Coffee Company
Just as we're transparent about our coffee origins, we believe in clarity about how we use cookies. This policy explains what cookies are, how they enhance your experience on our site, and how you can manage your preferences—ensuring your journey through BrewTopia is both personalized and privacy-respecting.
Cookie Policy
Just as we're transparent about our coffee sourcing, we believe in clarity about how we use cookies. This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can control your preferences.
1What Are Cookies?
Cookies Explained
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences, understanding how you use our site, and showing you relevant content.
Think of them like the notes a barista might make about your regular order—they help us remember your preferences so we can serve you better on your next visit.
Key Points
- Cookies cannot harm your computer or read personal files
- They don't store personal information like credit card details
- You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings
2Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
Always ActiveThese cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| brewtopia_session | Maintains your session state and authentication | Session | First-party |
| XSRF-TOKEN | Security protection against Cross-Site Request Forgery | Session | First-party |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year | First-party |
Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us to know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Third-party |
| _gid | Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours | Third-party |
| _gat | Google Analytics - Throttles request rate | 1 minute | Third-party |
| amplitude_* | Usage analytics and feature performance tracking | 1 year | Third-party |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, then some or all of these services may not function properly.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| preferences | Remembers your coffee preferences and tasting profile | 1 year | First-party |
| cart_items | Remembers items in your shopping cart | 30 days | First-party |
| subscription_status | Stores your subscription preferences | 1 year | First-party |
| stripe_sid | Stripe payment processing | 30 minutes | Third-party |
Targeting & Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites. They do not store directly personal information, but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel - Ad delivery and retargeting | 3 months | Third-party |
| fr | Facebook Pixel - Ad optimization | 3 months | Third-party |
| personalization_id | Twitter - Personalization and ad targeting | 2 years | Third-party |
| NID | Google - Ad personalization | 6 months | Third-party |
3Manage Cookies in Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Google Chrome
Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
Firefox
Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Microsoft Edge
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
4Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that lets you tell websites you do not want to have your online activities tracked. Currently, there is no common industry standard for how to interpret DNT signals.
Our Position: We currently do not respond to DNT browser signals because no common standard has been adopted. However, we provide you with granular control over your cookie preferences through this policy.
Questions About Cookies?
Contact Our Privacy Team
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Email: privacy@brewtopia.com
Mail: BrewTopia Coffee Company, 123 Coffee Lane, Portland, OR 97205
Related Documents
This Cookie Policy is effective as of October 26, 2024. We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices.