ShroomSpy

ShroomSpy

ShroomSpy Cookie Policy

Effective Date: March 22, 2025

Last Updated: March 22, 2025

At ShroomSpy ("we," "us," or "our"), we use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your experience on our website,shroomspy.com (the "Website"), and to provide a seamless marketplace for mushroom enthusiasts and vendors. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use. By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you opt out as outlined below.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (e.g., computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, track usage, and improve functionality. Similar technologies, such as pixels, web beacons, and local storage, may also be used and are included in our reference to "cookies" throughout this policy.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

2.1 Essential Cookies

  • Purpose: These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly, such as enabling you to log in to your account, add products to your cart, and complete purchases.
  • Examples: Session cookies, authentication cookies.
  • Legal Basis: These are essential for the operation of the Website and do not require your consent.

2.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

  • Purpose: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Website by collecting anonymized data about page visits, time spent on pages, and navigation patterns. This allows us to improve the Website’s performance and user experience.
  • Examples: Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid).
  • Legal Basis: We use these with your consent, where required by law.

2.3 Functionality Cookies

  • Purpose: These cookies remember your preferences (e.g., language settings, dark/light mode) to provide a personalized experience.
  • Examples: Preference cookies.
  • Legal Basis: We use these with your consent, where required by law.

2.4 Advertising and Tracking Cookies

  • Purpose: These cookies track your browsing behavior to deliver personalized ads about mushroom-related products and services, both on our Website and across third-party sites. They may also measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns.
  • Examples: Cookies from advertising partners like Google Ads or social media platforms.
  • Legal Basis: We use these with your consent, where required by law.

3. Third-Party Cookies

We partner with third parties (e.g., analytics providers, advertising networks) who may also place cookies on your device when you visit our Website. These third parties include:

  • Google Analytics: For website performance insights.
  • Advertising Partners: For targeted ads (e.g., Google Ads, Facebook Pixel).
  • Payment Processors: For secure transactions (e.g., Stripe, PayPal).

These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review. ShroomSpy is not responsible for the practices of these third parties.

4. How Long Do Cookies Last?

  • Session Cookies: These are temporary and expire when you close your browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period (e.g., days, months, or years) or until you delete them, depending on their purpose.

5. Your Choices Regarding Cookies

You have control over how cookies are used on the Website:

5.1 Cookie Consent

When you first visit our Website, you may see a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Essential cookies, required for basic functionality, are always active and cannot be disabled.

5.2 Browser Settings

You can manage cookies through your browser settings:

Note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on the Website, such as preventing logins or cart functionality.

5.3 Opt-Out of Advertising Cookies

To opt out of personalized ads:

6. Legal Compliance

We comply with applicable data protection laws, including:

  • General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR): For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), we obtain consent for non-essential cookies and provide you with rights to access, delete, or restrict processing of your data.
  • California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA): For California residents, you may opt out of the sale of personal information (if applicable) via our “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” link (to be implemented if we engage in data sales).

For more details, see our Privacy Policy.

7. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our practices. The “Last Updated” date at the top will indicate when changes were made. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us at: