BatteryDepot.shop Cookie Policy
How We Use Cookies on Batteries
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Last Updated: January 2026
This Cookie Policy complies with EU GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, and international privacy regulations.
Your Cookie Preferences
You have full control over how we use cookies on your device
Essential Cookies Only
By default, we only use essential cookies required for website functionality and security.
Customize Settings
Choose which types of cookies you want to allow for a personalized experience.
Cookie preferences are managed via your browser settings. See our Privacy Policy for details.
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 provide information to website owners.
Cookie Basics
Cookies cannot harm your computer or mobile device. They don't contain viruses or malware, and they cannot access your personal files or information stored on your device.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies (Always Active)
Purpose: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
Examples: Security cookies, session management, load balancing, and basic functionality.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Session management and security | Session (deleted when browser closes) |
| csrf_token | Cross-site request forgery protection | Session |
| cookie_consent | Remember your cookie preferences | 1 year |
2. Analytics Cookies (Optional - Requires Consent)
Purpose: Help us understand how visitors use our website to improve user experience.
Examples: Google Analytics, page views, bounce rate, traffic sources.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguish unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Persist session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguish unique users | 24 hours |
3. Advertising Cookies (Optional - Requires Consent)
Purpose: Enable affiliate tracking and personalized content recommendations.
Examples: Affiliate network tracking, retargeting, personalized product suggestions.
| Cookie Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Google AdSense | Display personalized advertisements and revenue tracking | 30 days |
| Amazon Associates | Track affiliate referrals and commissions | 24 hours |
| Commission Junction (CJ) | Affiliate tracking and attribution | 30-90 days |
| ShareASale (AWIN) | Affiliate program tracking | 30-60 days |
| AWIN Network | Affiliate tracking and commission attribution | 30-90 days |
| Rakuten Advertising | Affiliate link tracking and revenue attribution | 7-30 days |
| Impact Radius | Partnership tracking and commission management | 30-120 days |
| eBay Partner Network | eBay affiliate tracking and commission attribution | 24 hours |
| Etsy Affiliate | Etsy purchase tracking and commission attribution | 30 days |
| ClickBank | Digital product affiliate tracking | 60 days |
| FlexOffers | Multi-merchant affiliate network tracking | 30-90 days |
| MaxBounty | CPA offer tracking and conversion attribution | 30 days |
| PartnerStack | Software partnership and referral tracking | 90-365 days |
| TradeDoubler | European affiliate network tracking | 30 days |
| Facebook Pixel | Social media advertising and analytics | 90 days |
4. Functional Cookies (Optional - Requires Consent)
Purpose: Remember your preferences and provide enhanced functionality.
Examples: Language preferences, recently viewed products, comparison lists.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services that appear on our pages:
Analytics & Advertising Services
- Google Analytics: Website traffic and user behavior analysis
- Google AdSense: Contextual and personalized advertising
- Google Tag Manager: Tag and code management
- Facebook Pixel: Social media advertising and retargeting
- Hotjar: User experience and heatmap analysis (if enabled)
Affiliate Networks
- Amazon Associates: Product recommendations and affiliate tracking
- CJ Affiliate: Commission tracking and attribution
- AWIN: Global affiliate network tracking
- Rakuten Advertising: Retail partner tracking
- Impact Radius: Partnership management and tracking
- eBay Partner Network: eBay affiliate tracking
- ShareASale/AWIN: Affiliate program management
- ClickBank: Digital product affiliate tracking
- FlexOffers: Multi-merchant network tracking
- MaxBounty: Performance marketing tracking
- PartnerStack: Software partnership tracking
- TradeDoubler: European affiliate network
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
Chrome
Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Firefox
Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Edge
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
Our Cookie Banner
When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie banner that allows you to:
- Accept all cookies for the full website experience
- Accept only essential cookies for basic functionality
- Customize your preferences by cookie category
- Learn more about each type of cookie we use
Impact of Disabling Cookies
What Happens When You Disable Cookies
Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our website:
Essential Cookies Disabled
- Website may not function properly
- Security features may be compromised
- Some pages may not load correctly
- Forms may not work as expected
Optional Cookies Disabled
- Less personalized experience
- No affiliate commission tracking
- Limited analytics and improvements
- Preferences not remembered
Legal Basis for Cookie Use
Under GDPR and other privacy laws, we use different legal bases for different types of cookies:
| Cookie Type | Legal Basis | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Legitimate Interest | Necessary for website functionality and security |
| Analytics | Consent | Requires your explicit consent to track usage |
| Advertising | Consent | Requires consent for affiliate tracking and ads |
| Functional | Consent | Requires consent to remember preferences |
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we make changes:
- We'll update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Material changes will be communicated via website notice
- You may need to provide new consent for certain cookies
- Previous versions will be available upon request
Contact Us About Cookies
If you have questions about our use of cookies:
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