Cookie Policy
Effective Date: March 30, 2026
Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how The Jewelry Depot ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at www.thejewelrydepot.com. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
When you first visit our site, a cookie consent banner will appear. Non-essential cookies will only be activated after you provide your consent.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit a website. They help the website remember your preferences, keep you logged in, and provide analytics data. Cookies are not viruses — they cannot run programs or deliver malware.
Similar technologies include web beacons (small images used to track email opens), pixels (used by advertising platforms), and local storage (data stored in your browser).
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on our website:
Category 1: Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function. They cannot be disabled.
Purpose: Shopping cart functionality, secure checkout, user sessions, fraud prevention
Examples: Wix session cookies, payment security tokens
Duration: Session (expire when browser is closed) or up to 1 year
Can be disabled?: No — the site cannot function without these
Category 2: Performance / Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve it. These are only set after you consent.
Purpose: Track page visits, time on site, traffic sources, and user behavior
Examples: Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat), Wix Analytics
Duration: Up to 2 years
Can be disabled?: Yes — opt out via the cookie banner or Google Analytics opt-out
Category 3: Marketing / Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of our ad campaigns. They are only set after you consent.
Purpose: Retargeting ads, conversion tracking, audience building
Examples: Google Ads (_gcl_au), Facebook/Meta Pixel (_fbp, _fbc)
Duration: Up to 2 years
Can be disabled?: Yes — opt out via the cookie banner
Category 4: Functional / Preference Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember your preferences and personalize your experience.
Purpose: Remembering language, region, display preferences, wishlist items
Examples: Wix preference cookies
Duration: Up to 1 year
Can be disabled?: Yes — may affect site functionality
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are placed by third parties, not by us directly. We have no control over these cookies. Third parties who may set cookies include:
• Google LLC (Google Analytics, Google Ads) — policies at policies.google.com
• Meta Platforms, Inc. (Facebook Pixel) — policies at facebook.com/policy
• Wix.com Ltd. (platform and hosting) — policies at wix.com/about/privacy
• Payment processors (PayPal, Wix Payments)
4. Cookie Consent on Our Website
We use a cookie consent banner powered by Usercentrics (Wix's official consent partner). When you visit our site for the first time:
• Only essential cookies are active by default
• A banner will appear asking for your consent to non-essential cookies
• You can accept all, reject all, or customize your preferences by category
• Your choice is saved for future visits (up to 12 months)
• You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in our website footer
5. Managing Cookies via Browser Settings
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings. Here is how to do so in major browsers:
• Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website, including the ability to add items to your cart or complete checkout.
6. Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a 'Do Not Track' (DNT) setting. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for responding to DNT signals. Our site does not currently respond to DNT signals, but we honor consent preferences set through our cookie banner.
7. Your Rights
If you are located in the EU, UK, or California, you have specific rights regarding cookies and tracking. Please see our Privacy Policy for full details on how to exercise your rights, including the right to withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy when we add or change the cookies we use, or when laws or regulations require us to. Material changes will be communicated via a notice on our website. We will also prompt you for fresh consent if required by applicable law.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Business Name: The Jewelry Depot
Email: Dan@thejewelrydepot.com
Phone: (810) 229-1706
Address: 9912 E Grand River Ave #700, Brighton, MI 48116
Website: www.thejewelrydepot.com
