Cookie Policy
Learn how we use cookies to enhance your experience on our website.
Last updated: October 22, 2026
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This Cookie Policy explains how Waka Gold ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Key Characteristics of Cookies
- Size: Cookies are typically very small (usually a few kilobytes)
- Storage: They are stored locally on your device
- Information: They contain information about your browsing session
- Lifespan: Can be temporary (session cookies) or persistent (stored for longer periods)
- Purpose: Help websites remember your preferences and improve functionality
Cookies do not contain viruses or malware. They cannot access, read, or modify any other data on your computer.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies on our website for several important purposes:
Authentication
Keep you logged in to your account during login and signup
Shopping Cart
Remember items you've added to your cart while browsing
Checkout & Payment
Secure checkout process and Stripe payment integration
Store Selector
Remember your selected store and regional preferences
Security
Protect your account and detect fraudulent activity
Analytics
Understand how visitors interact with our website
Types of Cookies We Use
We use different types of cookies, each serving specific purposes:
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
RequiredThese cookies are essential for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
What they do:
- Enable you to log in and access your account
- Remember items in your shopping cart
- Ensure secure browsing and prevent fraud
- Allow you to navigate between pages efficiently
- Remember your cookie consent preferences
2. Functional Cookies
OptionalThese cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization.
What they do:
- Remember your selected store preference
- Save your currency selection
- Recall your product viewing history
- Remember "Remember Me" login settings
3. Analytics Cookies
OptionalThese cookies help us understand how visitors use our website.
What they do:
- Count number of visitors and page views
- Track which pages are most popular
- Identify how users navigate the site
- Measure website performance and load times
- Help us improve user experience
4. Marketing/Advertising Cookies
OptionalThese cookies may be used in the future to show you relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness.
Currently not in use:
- We currently do not use marketing cookies
- This section is reserved for future advertising integrations
- You will be notified if we implement marketing cookies
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We use trusted partners to help us operate our website and provide services to you.
Third-Party Services We Use
Stripe Payment Processing
Purpose: Secure payment processing for checkout
Data collected: Payment information, transaction details (processed securely by Stripe)
Privacy policy: Stripe Privacy Policy
Google Analytics
Purpose: Website analytics and performance tracking
Data collected: Anonymous usage statistics, page views, session duration
Privacy policy: Google Privacy Policy
We do not control third-party cookies. Please refer to the third-party privacy policies for more information about their data practices.
How to Manage Your Cookies
You have several options to control and manage cookies:
1. Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie consent banner where you can:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject optional cookies (only essential cookies will be used)
- Customize your cookie preferences by category
You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our footer.
2. Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
3. Opt-Out Tools
For advertising cookies, you can opt out using industry opt-out tools:
Important: Blocking or deleting cookies may affect your ability to use certain features of our website, such as staying logged in or maintaining items in your shopping cart.
Detailed Cookie List
Below is a detailed list of cookies that may be used on our website:
| Cookie Name | Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
laravel_session |
Essential | Maintains user session and shopping cart | 2 hours |
XSRF-TOKEN |
Essential | Security - prevents cross-site request forgery | 2 hours |
remember_web |
Essential | Keeps you logged in when "Remember Me" is checked | 5 years |
cookie_consent |
Essential | Stores your cookie preferences | 1 year |
store_id |
Functional | Remembers your selected store | 1 year |
currency_preference |
Functional | Remembers your currency selection | 1 year |
_ga |
Analytics | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
_gid |
Analytics | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
This list may be updated as we add or remove services. The cookie banner on our site provides the most current information.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons.
- The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy indicates when it was last revised
- Material changes will be communicated through a notice on our website
- We encourage you to review this policy periodically
- Continued use of our website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Manage Your Cookie Preferences
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