1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your device (computer, tablet or phone) when you visit it. They are widely used to make sites work properly, remember your settings and give the site owner information about usage. Cookies can be “first party” (set by us, isportsouvenirs.com) or “third party” (set by another service we use, e.g. analytics). This policy explains what cookies we use on isportsouvenirs.com and how you can manage them.
2. Why we use cookies
We use cookies to (1) make the site work properly, (2) remember your choices (e.g. whether you accepted or declined non-essential cookies), and (3) understand how visitors use the site (e.g. which pages are viewed, in an anonymous way) so we can improve it. We do not use cookies to track you across other websites or to show you targeted ads based on your browsing.
3. Types of cookies we use
Essential cookies
These cookies are necessary for the site to function. Without them, basic features (such as loading pages, security or remembering that you are logged in) would not work. They do not collect information that identifies you for marketing. You cannot disable them if you want to use the site; they are usually deleted when you close the browser (session cookies) or after a short time.
Examples: session ID, security token, load balancing. Duration: session or short term.
Functional cookies
These cookies remember your choices on the site (e.g. cookie consent so we don’t show the banner again). They make your experience more convenient. They are not strictly necessary for the site to work, but they improve how it behaves for you.
Examples: cookie consent (e.g. that you accepted or declined non-essential cookies). Duration: usually up to 1 year, depending on the cookie.
Analytics cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the site (e.g. how many visit, which pages are viewed most, whether they came from search or a link). The data is aggregated and anonymous: we do not use it to identify you. We may use third-party analytics (such as Vercel Analytics or similar) which set their own cookies. Analytics help us improve the site and fix issues.
Examples: page views, referral, device type, country (at country level). Duration: usually up to 26 months for analytics cookies, depending on the provider.
4. How long do cookies last?
Session cookies are deleted when you close the browser. Persistent cookies stay on your device for a set period (e.g. 1 year for cookie consent, or up to 26 months for some analytics cookies) until they expire or you delete them. When we mention a specific duration in this policy it is for guidance; exact expiry may depend on the cookie or the provider.
5. How to manage or disable cookies
You can manage cookies in several ways:
- Our cookie banner. When you first visit our site we may show you a message and ask you to accept or decline non-essential cookies (e.g. analytics and functional). Your choice is stored so we don’t ask again later (unless you clear cookies or use another device/browser).
- Browser settings. Most browsers let you block or delete cookies. You’ll usually find this under “Settings”, “Privacy” or “Cookies”. Blocking all cookies may mean some parts of the site (or other sites) don’t work properly. Blocking only third-party cookies often lets the site work while limiting tracking.
- Device settings. On mobile you can sometimes limit tracking in the device’s privacy or advertising settings.
If you previously accepted cookies and want to change your mind, you can clear cookies for our site in your browser and visit again; we’ll show the cookie banner again so you can make a new choice.
6. Third-party cookies
In addition to cookies we set ourselves, third-party services we use (such as analytics or hosting) may set their own cookies. For example, if we use Vercel Analytics or similar, that provider may set cookies to count visits and analyse usage. Their use of data is subject to their own privacy and cookie policies. We only choose providers we consider transparent and compliant with applicable law. For how we handle data in general, see our privacy policy.
7. Updates to this policy
We may update this cookie policy from time to time (e.g. if we add new cookies or change how we use them). The “Last updated” date at the top will be changed when we do. We encourage you to check this page periodically. Continued use of the site after changes means you accept the updated policy where the law allows.
8. Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies or want to exercise your privacy rights:
isportsouvenirs
Skeifan shopping center, 1st floor, Skeifan 12, 108 Reykjavík, Iceland
Email: info@isportsouvenirs.com