Cookies Policy

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how DoorToCart ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at www.doortocart.com (the "Website"). This policy provides you with clear and comprehensive information about the cookies we use and the purposes for using them.

By continuing to use our Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings.

This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.


What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners useful information about how their site is being used.

Cookies can be "persistent" or "session" cookies:

  • Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
  • Session cookies are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser

Cookies can also be "first-party" or "third-party":

  • First-party cookies are set by the website you are visiting
  • Third-party cookies are set by a third party, such as an analytics or advertising service

Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies and similar technologies for several reasons, including to:

  • Make our Website function properly
  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Keep items in your shopping cart
  • Enable you to complete purchases securely
  • Understand how visitors use our Website
  • Improve our Website and your shopping experience
  • Deliver relevant marketing and advertisements
  • Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns

Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on our Website:


1. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)

These cookies are necessary for the Website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

Cookie Purpose Duration
Cart cookies Remember items in your shopping cart Session / 14 days
Session cookies Maintain your session while browsing Session
Security cookies Protect against fraud and unauthorized access Session
Checkout cookies Enable secure checkout process Session
Cookie consent Remember your cookie preferences 1 year

You cannot opt out of essential cookies as they are required for the Website to function. If you block these cookies, some parts of the Website may not work properly.


2. Analytics & Performance 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.

Cookie Provider Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics Distinguishes unique users 2 years
ga* Google Analytics Maintains session state 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Distinguishes unique users 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Limits request rate 1 minute

Data Collected:

  • Pages visited and time spent on each page
  • How you arrived at our Website (referral source)
  • Links clicked within the Website
  • Products viewed and added to cart
  • General geographic location (country/city level)
  • Browser type and device information

Note: Google Analytics data is anonymized and aggregated. We do not use it to identify individual users.

For more information: Google Analytics Privacy Policy


3. Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and providing features tailored to you.

Cookie Purpose Duration
Recently viewed Remember products you've viewed 30 days
Currency preference Remember your currency selection 1 year
Language preference Remember your language selection 1 year
Location preference Remember your shipping region 30 days

If you disable functional cookies, some features may not work as intended, but the core Website functionality will remain available.


4. Marketing & Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They also help us measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns.

Cookie Provider Purpose Duration
_fbp Facebook/Meta Tracks visits across websites for ad targeting 90 days
_fbc Facebook/Meta Stores last visit from Facebook ad click 90 days
fr Facebook/Meta Enables ad delivery and measurement 90 days
tr Facebook/Meta Tracks conversions from Facebook ads Session
ads/ga-audiences Google Ads Remarketing for Google Ads Session
NID Google Stores preferences for Google ads 6 months
IDE Google DoubleClick Remarketing and ad targeting 1 year
_pin_unauth Pinterest Tracks usage of Pinterest features 1 year
_ttp TikTok Tracks activity for TikTok ads 13 months

What Marketing Cookies Do:

  • Show you relevant ads based on products you've viewed
  • Limit how many times you see an ad
  • Measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns
  • Track conversions from ad clicks to purchases

Third-Party Advertising Partners:

  • Meta (Facebook/Instagram)
  • Google Ads
  • Pinterest
  • TikTok

Each partner has their own privacy policy governing the use of cookies. You can opt out of personalized advertising through these partners' settings (see Managing Cookies section below).


5. Social Media Cookies

These cookies are set by social media platforms when you share content or interact with social media features on our Website.

Cookie Provider Purpose
Social sharing buttons Various Enable sharing to social platforms
Embedded content Various Display social media content

We may embed content from social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and YouTube. These platforms may set cookies when you interact with their content.


Third-Party Services

Our Website uses several third-party services that may place cookies on your device:

Service Purpose Privacy Policy
Shopify E-commerce platform Shopify Privacy
Google Analytics Website analytics Google Privacy
Google Ads Advertising Google Ads Privacy
Meta (Facebook) Advertising & tracking Meta Privacy
PayPal Payment processing PayPal Privacy
Stripe Payment processing Stripe Privacy
Klaviyo Email marketing Klaviyo Privacy

We do not control cookies set by third parties. Please review their respective privacy policies for more information.


Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use similar tracking technologies:

Pixels (Web Beacons) Small transparent images embedded in web pages or emails that track whether you've viewed content or opened an email.

Local Storage Stores data in your browser that persists even after you close it, used for preferences and shopping cart functionality.

Session Storage Similar to local storage but is cleared when you close your browser tab.

Device Fingerprinting We do NOT use device fingerprinting technology to track users.


Managing Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:


Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

  • View cookies stored on your device
  • Delete all or specific cookies
  • Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
  • Set preferences for certain websites

How to manage cookies in popular browsers:

Browser Instructions
Google Chrome Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
Mozilla Firefox Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
Safari Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
Microsoft Edge Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions
iOS Safari Settings → Safari → Privacy & Security
Android Chrome Settings → Site Settings → Cookies

Detailed Guides:


Opt-Out of Specific Services

You can opt out of specific third-party cookies and tracking:

Service Opt-Out Link
Google Analytics Google Analytics Opt-Out
Google Ads Personalization Google Ad Settings
Facebook Ads Facebook Ad Preferences
General Ad Opt-Out (DAA) Digital Advertising Alliance
General Ad Opt-Out (NAI) Network Advertising Initiative

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. There is currently no industry-wide standard for DNT, and our Website does not currently respond to DNT signals.

However, you can opt out of tracking using the methods described above.


Global Privacy Control (GPC)

We honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals where required by law. If your browser sends a GPC signal, we will treat it as a valid opt-out request for the sale or sharing of personal information under applicable state laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).


Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable or block cookies, please be aware that:

Cookie Type Disabled Impact
Essential Cookies Website may not function properly; checkout may fail
Analytics Cookies We cannot improve our Website based on usage data
Functional Cookies Preferences won't be saved; features may be limited
Marketing Cookies Ads will be less relevant but still appear

We recommend allowing essential and functional cookies for the best experience on our Website.


California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), California residents have specific rights regarding their personal information collected through cookies.

Your Rights:

  • Right to know what personal information is collected
  • Right to delete personal information
  • Right to opt out of the "sale" or "sharing" of personal information
  • Right to non-discrimination for exercising your rights

Do We "Sell" or "Share" Personal Information?

Under the CCPA/CPRA definitions, sharing personal information with advertising partners for targeted advertising may constitute a "sale" or "sharing." You can opt out by:

  1. Using the opt-out links provided above
  2. Enabling Global Privacy Control (GPC) in your browser
  3. Contacting us at support@doortocart.com

For more information, please see our California Privacy Notice or Privacy Policy.


Other State Privacy Laws

Residents of other U.S. states with comprehensive privacy laws (including Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, and Utah) may have similar rights. Please contact us at support@doortocart.com to exercise your rights.


Children's Privacy

Our Website is not directed to children under 16 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.


Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, our business operations, or for other reasons. When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Material Changes: If we make significant changes to this policy, we may notify you through a notice on our Website or by other means.


Contact Us

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

Email: support@doortocart.com Subject Line: Cookie Policy Inquiry

Mailing Address:
icicosmetic Ltd
Office 6623 58 Peregrine Road,
Hainault, Ilford, Essex,
United Kingdom, IG6 3SZ

We aim to respond to all inquiries within 3-5 business days.


By continuing to use DoorToCart.com, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.