Last updated: July 2, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Pomcakes (“we,” “us,” or “our”), owned by Ralph Salazar (3450 E Seneca St, Tucson, AZ 85716, USA), uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://pomcakes.com (the “Website”). It describes what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites work more efficiently and provide information to site owners.
- First-party cookies are set by Pomcakes to enable core functionality.
- Third-party cookies are set by external services (e.g., analytics or advertising partners) to deliver features like tracking and remarketing.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic Website functions (e.g., secure login, shopping cart).
- Performance & Functionality Cookies: Enhance performance—enabling features like video playback or chat support.
- Analytics & Customization Cookies: Help us understand how you use our site (page views, navigation) and personalize your experience.
- Advertising Cookies: Deliver more relevant ads, prevent the same ad from repeating, and measure ad effectiveness.
3. Your Cookie Choices
You have the right to accept or reject cookies (except essential ones).
- Cookie Banner/Consent Manager: Use the tools in our banner (displayed on first visit) or the “Cookie Settings” link in our footer to set your preferences by category.
- Browser Controls: You can also adjust settings in your browser to refuse or delete cookies. Note that disabling cookies may limit functionality or prevent certain features from working.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
| Category | Purpose | Example Cookie | Expires |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential Cookies | Authenticate you, secure your session, and power shopping cart functionality. | session_id | Session |
| Performance & Functionality | Enhance site features (e.g., video players, live chat). | wpEmojiSettingsSupports | Session |
| Analytics & Customization | Track page views, user interactions, and allow us to tailor content. | _ga (Google Analytics) | 1 year 1 month 4 days |
| Advertising Cookies | Serve targeted ads, limit ad frequency, and measure campaign success. | sbjs_current (WooCommerce Ads) | Session |
| Unclassified Cookies | Cookies pending classification from their providers. | Priority | Session |
5. How Long Cookies Remain
- Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device until they expire or you delete them. Expiration periods vary by cookie (from minutes to years).
6. Other Tracking Technologies
We may also use:
- Web Beacons (Tracking Pixels): Tiny invisible images in emails or pages to count visitors and measure campaign performance.
- Local Storage (e.g., HTML5 Local Storage): Stores larger quantities of data for functionality like remembering preferences.
7. Flash Cookies & LSOs
Although we do not use Flash-based storage, you can manage “Local Shared Objects” via your Flash player settings if needed.
8. Impact of Declining Cookies
Turning off cookies may disable or impair features such as:
- Account login persistence
- Shopping cart functionality
- Personalized offers and recommendations
- Some embedded content (videos, chat widgets)
9. Third-Party Cookies & Advertising
Third parties (e.g., ad networks, social media platforms) may set cookies to deliver ads and track performance across sites. We do not control their cookies—please consult their privacy policies and opt-out tools:
- Digital Advertising Alliance (US)
- Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance
10. Updates to This Policy
We may update our Cookie Policy to reflect changes in practices, technology, or regulation. The “Last updated” date above indicates when this policy was last revised. Please review it periodically.
11. Where to Learn More
- Manage Cookies in Your Browser: Consult your browser’s Help menu for instructions.
- Online Opt-Out Resources: See the Digital Advertising Alliance websites linked above.
12. Contact Us
For questions about this Cookie Policy or your cookie choices, please contact Pomcakes Customer Support:
- Address: 3450 E Seneca St, Tucson, AZ 85716, United States Of America
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone:+1 (507) 570-8498
- Support Hours: 9:00am – 6:30pm (EST) (Monday – Friday).
Thank you for choosing Pomcakes. Your privacy and browsing experience matter to us!