At Phodan LLC, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on phodan.com. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, which ones we use, why we use them, and how you can control or disable them at any time. It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies?
When you visit a website, it places small text files called cookies on your computer, phone, or tablet. These files help the website remember your actions and preferences so you do not have to re-enter information on every visit.
Cookies do not contain viruses and cannot access other information stored on your device. They are widely used across the internet to make browsing faster, easier, and more personalized. In addition to cookies, we may also use web beacons and pixel tags, which serve similar purposes.
Why Do We Use Cookies?
Phodan LLC uses cookies to:
- Make our website work properly — including the shopping cart and login sessions
- Remember your preferences and settings between visits
- Understand how visitors use our site so we can improve your experience
- Show you relevant advertisements based on your browsing behavior
- Measure the performance of our advertising campaigns
- Keep our website secure and help prevent fraud
Types of Cookies We Use
| Type | Purpose | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| 🔧 Essential | Required for the website to function. Without these, the shopping cart and login will not work. | WooCommerce session, WordPress login, CSRF security tokens |
| 📊 Analytics | Help us understand how visitors interact with our website — pages visited, time spent, and how you found us. | Google Analytics (_ga, _gid) |
| 📣 Marketing | Used to show you relevant ads on other websites after you visit ours, based on your browsing activity. | Google Ads, Microsoft/Bing, AdRoll, Meta Pixel |
| 📱 Social Media | Allow you to share our products on social media and help us track social campaign performance. | Facebook/Instagram, Pinterest |
| ⚙️ Preference | Remember your settings and preferences for a better return visit experience. | Language, currency display, wishlist |
| 🔐 Security | Help protect our website and your account from fraud and unauthorized access. | SSL session tokens, security monitoring |
Third-Party Cookies
Some services we use place their own cookies on our website. These third parties operate under their own privacy and cookie policies. We encourage you to review them:
How Long Do Cookies Last?
How to Control Cookies
You have full control over cookies at any time. Here is how you can manage them:
Manage via browser settings: You can block or delete cookies directly in your browser using the links below:
Opt out of Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on ↗
Opt out of AdRoll: Visit the AdRoll Opt-out page ↗
Industry-wide opt-out: Visit aboutads.info ↗ or networkadvertising.org/choices ↗ to opt out of multiple ad networks at once.
Cookies & California Residents (CCPA/CPRA)
If you are a California resident, you have the following rights regarding personal data collected through cookies:
- The right to know what personal data is being collected about you through cookies and tracking technologies
- The right to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal data for cross-context behavioral advertising
- The right to delete your personal data collected through our website
- The right to non-discrimination — we will not treat you differently for exercising these rights
To exercise any of these rights, visit our Do Not Sell My Personal Information page or contact us directly at Contact@phodan.com.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
Phodan LLC may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our advertising practices. When we do, the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page will be revised. We recommend checking this page periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. Continued use of phodan.com after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.