Last updated: 05/11/2025 This Cookie Policy explains how the website www.sophiedumont.com (“the Site”) uses cookies and similar technologies to improve your browsing experience, analyse traffic, and personalise content and advertising. By continuing to browse the Site, or by accepting cookies through the cookie banner, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. 1. What Are Cookies? Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They allow the Site to recognise your device, remember your preferences, and enhance navigation. Cookies may be: First-party cookies: placed by the Site itself Third-party cookies: placed by external partners (e.g., Google, Meta) 2. Types of Cookies Used on This Site a. Functional Cookies (Essential) These cookies are necessary for the Site to function correctly. They enable: Navigation and access to secure areas Shopping cart operation Payment processes You cannot disable these cookies, as the Site cannot function without them. b. Analytics Cookies These cookies help us understand how visitors use the Site. They allow us to: Measure traffic and performance Identify pages visited and errors encountered Improve user experience Examples: Google Analytics, Wix Analytics Analytics cookies are only activated if you consent. c. Marketing & Advertising Cookies These cookies are used to: Display personalised advertising Measure the effectiveness of campaigns Create retargeting ads on platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, Google, Pinterest Examples: Meta Pixel (Facebook & Instagram) Google Ads Pinterest Tag (if enabled) These cookies require your explicit consent. 3. Cookie Duration Cookies stored on your device have different lifespans: Session cookies: deleted when you close your browser Persistent cookies: remain for a set duration (maximum 13 months for non-essential cookies, as required by GDPR) 4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences You can manage your cookie preferences at any time: Via the cookie banner Upon your first visit, you may: Accept all cookies Reject all non-essential cookies Customise your choices Via your browser settings You may block or delete cookies by adjusting your browser settings: Chrome Safari Firefox Edge Disabling cookies may affect some features of the Site. 5. Third-Party Cookies Some cookies are placed by third-party services that operate independently. These providers may process your data according to their own privacy and cookie policies. Main partners include: Wix (hosting and site functionality) Google (Analytics / Ads) Meta (Facebook & Instagram) Stripe & PayPal (for secure payments) Pinterest Tag (if activated) We ensure all transfers outside the EU comply with GDPR (standard contractual clauses, adequate safeguards). 6. Changes to This Cookie Policy We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The version displayed on the Site is the version currently in effect. 7. Contact If you have any questions about cookies or wish to exercise your rights, contact us at: Email: contact@sophiedumont.com