What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer by websites that you visit. Shonky and our partners use cookies to enhance your experience, analyze traffic, and for ad personalization and measurement.
You can restrict or block cookies using your browser settings. Information on how to do this is detailed below in the “How to manage cookies” section.
How to manage cookies?
Some cookies are strictly necessary to allow you to use the website and its features, such as storing items in your basket. Without these cookies, these features cannot be provided, which may impair the functionality of the website.
You can manage cookies stored on your device by changing your browser settings. Each browser allows you to restrict or block cookies in different ways. Details on how to do this for each browser can be found on the ICO website (please note that we are not responsible for external websites).
Most browsers also offer private browsing modes that do not save local data associated with the session, such as cookies, and automatically delete them when you close all windows.
You can install a browser add-on to opt out of Google Analytics across all websites (please note that we are not responsible for external websites). Visit: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Types of cookies
- First-party cookies – Set by Shonky, used to remember your preferences (e.g., preferred currency, cart items).
- Third-party cookies – Set by external services (e.g., analytics, advertising).
- Session cookies – Temporary, deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies – Remain on your device until manually removed or expired.
Cookies used on our website
Google Analytics
Used to collect anonymous data on visitor behavior to improve the website. Information includes the number of visitors, traffic sources, and page visits.
- Learn how to opt out: Google Analytics Opt-out
- More about Google’s data usage: Google’s Partner Sites
Google Ads (and DoubleClick)
Used for targeted advertising, performance tracking, and preventing repeated ads.
- More about Google’s data usage: Google’s Partner Sites
- Revoke consent for ad personalization: Google Ads Settings
Google reCAPTCHA
Used to verify that a user is human and enhance security.
- More about Google’s data usage: Google’s Partner Sites
Cookies for storefront functionality
Reporting and analytics
Some cookies help improve website functionality and provide insights into user activity.
Third-party cookies
Shopify
Our merchant storefront is powered by Shopify, which sets and uses cookies for tracking and storefront functionality.
- Full list of Shopify cookies: Shopify Cookies
How long will cookies remain on my device?
The lifespan of a cookie depends on whether it is a session or persistent cookie:
- Session cookies – Last until you stop browsing.
- Persistent cookies – Remain on your device until deleted or expired (typically between 30 minutes and two years).
For more details on removing cookies before they expire, refer to the “How to manage cookies” section above.
If you have any questions regarding our Cookie Policy, contact us at:
📧 support@shonky.live