Cookie Policy
Last updated: January 2025
1. 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 to provide information to website owners.
2. How We Use Cookies
DIY Pro Crafts uses cookies to:
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Improve your browsing experience
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Provide personalized content and advertisements
- Ensure website security and functionality
- Remember your cookie consent preferences
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be switched off in our systems and are usually only set in response to actions made by you.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookiesAccepted | Remembers your cookie consent choice | 1 year |
| session_id | Maintains your session while browsing | Session |
Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - tracks unique visitors | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - throttles request rate | 1 minute |
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and choices.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Stores your website preferences | 1 year |
| language | Remembers your language preference | 1 year |
Marketing Cookies
These cookies track your browsing habits to enable us to show advertising which is more likely to be of interest to you.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| marketing_consent | Tracks marketing consent status | 1 year |
| ad_preferences | Stores advertising preferences | 6 months |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services:
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about your use of our website.
Social Media Plugins
Our website may include social media features from platforms like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. These features may set cookies to enable their functionality.
5. Managing Cookies
You have several options for managing cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete existing cookies
- Block cookies from being set
- Set preferences for specific websites
Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of certain tracking cookies using these tools:
- Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-out
- Your Online Choices (EU)
6. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner asking for your consent to use non-essential cookies. You can:
- Accept all cookies
- Decline non-essential cookies
- Customize your cookie preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies and revisiting our website.
7. Impact of Blocking Cookies
If you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of our website may not work properly:
- Personalized content may not be available
- Your preferences may not be remembered
- Some website functionality may be limited
- You may need to re-enter information repeatedly
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our business practices. When we make changes, we will update the "last updated" date at the top of this policy.
9. Contact Information
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
- Email: [email protected]
- Subject Line: Cookie Policy Inquiry
10. More Information
For more information about cookies and how they work, visit: