1) What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. Similar technologies include local storage, session storage, and pixels. They help websites function, remember preferences, and (if you allow it) measure usage or personalise content.
2) How we use cookies
We group cookies into the categories below. We’ll only set non-essential categories (like analytics or marketing) after you give consent via our Cookie Settings controls.
Strictly necessary (always on)
These are required for the site to work and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as logging in or filling out forms.
| Name | Purpose | Provider | Expires |
|---|---|---|---|
JSESSIONID |
Maintains your secure session after login and across page requests. | MyOwnSomm.com | Session (when you close the browser) or short fixed duration |
XSRF-TOKEN / __Host-csrf (if present) |
Protects forms and API calls from cross-site request forgery (CSRF). | MyOwnSomm.com | Session or short fixed duration |
Functionality (optional – future)
Remember choices and improve your experience, e.g., saving your progress at checkout or an abandoned order stage, language or region.
| Name (example) | Purpose | Provider | Expires |
|---|---|---|---|
mos_abandoned_step |
Remembers your last step in the order flow so you can resume later. | MyOwnSomm.com | Up to 7 days |
mos_locale |
Stores language/region preferences. | MyOwnSomm.com | Up to 6 months |
Analytics (optional – future)
Help us measure and improve performance (e.g., page views, feature usage). We will only load analytics with your consent.
| Name (example) | Purpose | Provider | Expires |
|---|---|---|---|
_ga, _gid |
Google Analytics identifiers to measure usage and performance. | Google (GA4) | 24 hours – 2 years (varies) |
Marketing (optional – future)
Used to show relevant ads or measure campaign performance. We will only load these with your consent.
| Name (example) | Purpose | Provider | Expires |
|---|---|---|---|
_fbp |
Meta Pixel identifier to measure ad conversions and build audiences. | Meta Platforms | Up to 3 months |
Third-party cookies used during payments or orders
When you interact with third-party services embedded in our flows (for example, Stripe checkout or a shop’s Shopify/WooCommerce checkout), those providers may set their own cookies to operate securely and prevent fraud. Their cookie practices are covered in their own notices:
- Stripe: stripe.com/cookies-policy/legal
- Shopify: shopify.com/legal/cookies
- Automattic/WooCommerce: automattic.com/cookies/
3) How you can control cookies
- Cookie Settings: Change or withdraw consent anytime via Cookie Settings.
- Browser controls: Most browsers let you block or delete cookies. See instructions for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge.
- Do Not Track: We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but you can manage consent using the controls above.
Blocking strictly necessary cookies may prevent the site from working (e.g., you won’t be able to log in or check out).
4) Cookie duration
Cookies are either “session” (deleted when you close your browser) or “persistent” (stay until they expire or you delete them). We set the shortest reasonable durations for the stated purposes. See the tables above for typical durations.
5) Updates to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time (for example, if we add analytics). We’ll refresh the “Last updated” date and, where required, prompt you to review your choices.
6) Questions
If you have questions about our cookie practices, contact info@myownsomm.com.