Cookie Policy
Last updated: March 2026
What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a good experience when you browse our site and allow us to improve our services.
How We Use Cookies
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as shopping cart, checkout, and account security. Without these cookies, the website cannot operate correctly.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the way our website works.
Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites. The intention is to display ads that are relevant and engaging for the individual user. You can opt out of marketing cookies at any time.
Cookie List
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| _shopify_s | Shopping cart session tracking | Session | Essential |
| _shopify_y | Unique visitor identifier | 1 year | Essential |
| cart | Stores your cart token for checkout | 2 weeks | Essential |
| secure_customer_sig | Customer authentication | 1 year | Essential |
| _ga | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Analytics |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics — session state | 2 years | Analytics |
| _fbp | Meta Pixel — tracks visits across websites | 3 months | Marketing |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads conversion tracking | 3 months | Marketing |
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways. Please note that removing or blocking cookies may impact your user experience and parts of our website may no longer be fully accessible.
Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to refuse or accept cookies, delete existing cookies, and set preferences for certain websites. You can manage cookies in your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions
Opt-Out Links
- Google Analytics: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Meta (Facebook): facebook.com/settings
- Google Ads: adssettings.google.com
Your Rights (UK & EU)
Under the UK GDPR, EU GDPR, and the Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR), you have the right to:
- Be informed about the cookies we use
- Accept or reject non-essential cookies
- Withdraw your consent at any time
- Request information about the data we collect via cookies
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: info@vitadefence.com
- EU enquiries: info@vitadefence.eu
ICO Registration: ZC106169