Last updated: July 23, 2026 Effective date: July 23, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Hobby Velvet ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website hobbyvelvet.shop. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control their use.
Please read this policy alongside our Privacy Policy for a complete picture of how we handle your data.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to website owners about how their site is being used.
Cookies are not harmful — they cannot access other files on your device or carry viruses.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for our website to function. Without them, core features such as the shopping cart, checkout, and account login would not work.
- They cannot be disabled
- They do not collect personal information for marketing purposes
- Examples: session cookies, cart cookies, security tokens
2.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve performance and user experience.
- Google Analytics — tracks page views, session duration, traffic sources, and user behavior
- Data collected is aggregated and anonymized
- You may opt out via your browser settings or the opt-out options below
2.3 Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements to you on our site and across other websites.
- Google Ads — used to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and deliver personalized ads
- Meta Pixel (Facebook/Instagram) — may be used to track conversions and retarget visitors
- These cookies track your browsing activity across sites to build a profile of your interests
2.4 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences, currency, or language settings.
- They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use
- Disabling them may affect some features of our website
2.5 Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. These include:
- Stripe — for secure payment processing
- Google Fonts — for typography rendering
- YouTube — if embedded video content is present
We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective third-party privacy policies for more information.
3. Cookie Duration
Cookies may be either session cookies or persistent cookies:
- Session cookies expire when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period of time or until you delete them
The cookies we use typically last between 30 days and 2 years, depending on their purpose.
4. How to Control Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:
4.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit hobbyvelvet.shop, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies.
4.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View which cookies are stored on your device
- Delete cookies individually or all at once
- Block cookies from specific websites or all websites
- Set your browser to notify you before a cookie is placed
Common browser settings pages:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Privacy, Search and Services → Cookies
Please note: disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website, including the ability to add items to your cart or complete a purchase.
4.3 Opt Out of Google Analytics
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On.
4.4 Opt Out of Google Ads
You can manage your Google advertising preferences at Google Ads Settings.
4.5 Your Privacy Choices
For additional options specific to your privacy rights, please visit our Your Privacy Choices page.
5. Do Not Track
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals websites not to track your activity. Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals, as there is no consistent industry standard for doing so. However, you can use the opt-out tools listed above to limit tracking.
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. When we do, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Hobby Velvet 700 E Lincoln St, Hayti, MO 63851 United States Email: support@hobbyvelvet.shop Website: hobbyvelvet.shop