Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 5, 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit BluWavs (bluwavs.com). They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences and understanding how you use our website.
Your Privacy Matters: We are committed to transparency about our use of cookies and tracking technologies. This policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies (Required)
Purpose: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly.
What They Do:
- Enable user authentication and secure login
- Remember items in your shopping cart
- Maintain session state during your visit
- Provide secure checkout functionality
- Prevent fraudulent activity
Can You Disable? No - these are required for core website functionality.
2. Analytics Cookies
Purpose: Help us understand how visitors use our website.
What They Do:
- Track page views and site navigation
- Measure website traffic and user behavior
- Identify popular content and products
- Help us improve website performance
- Understand visitor demographics (anonymized)
Service Provider: Google Analytics
Can You Disable? Yes - see "Managing Cookies" section below.
3. Functionality Cookies
Purpose: Remember your preferences and provide enhanced features.
What They Do:
- Remember your language and region preferences
- Save your newsletter subscription choices
- Remember dismissed banners or notifications
- Enable social media features
- Store your cookie consent preferences
Can You Disable? Yes, but some features may not work as expected.
4. Marketing & Affiliate Cookies
Purpose: Track marketing effectiveness and affiliate referrals.
What They Do:
- Track affiliate referrals and commissions (60-day cookie)
- Measure effectiveness of marketing campaigns
- Deliver relevant promotional content
- Remember your marketing preferences
Can You Disable? Yes - affiliates won't receive credit for your purchase if disabled.
Third-Party Services
We use trusted third-party services that may set their own cookies:
Google Analytics
Helps us understand website traffic and user behavior.
Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy
Google Tag Manager
Manages marketing and analytics tags efficiently.
Privacy Policy: policies.google.com/privacy
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
Browser Settings
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Here's how:
Google Chrome
Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
Mozilla Firefox
Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies
Safari
Preferences > Privacy > Manage Cookies
Microsoft Edge
Settings > Privacy > Cookies
Opt-Out Tools
- Google Analytics Opt-Out: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Do Not Track (DNT): Enable "Do Not Track" in your browser settings
- Ad Blocking Extensions: Use browser extensions like uBlock Origin or Privacy Badger
Note: Disabling cookies may affect your experience on BluWavs. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are required for core functionality (login, cart, checkout).
How Long Do Cookies Last?
Session Cookies
Duration: Expire when you close your browser
Used For: Shopping cart, login sessions, navigation
Persistent Cookies
Duration: Stored for a set period (varies by purpose)
Examples:
• Analytics cookies: Up to 2 years
• Affiliate tracking: 60 days
• Preference cookies: 1 year
• Marketing cookies: 30-90 days
What Data Do Cookies Collect?
Cookies may collect the following information:
- IP address (anonymized for analytics)
- Browser type and version
- Device type and operating system
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Referral source (where you came from)
- Items added to cart or wishlist
- Login status and user preferences
- Affiliate referral codes
We do not collect sensitive personal information (such as passwords or payment details) through cookies.
Your Rights
Under privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA), you have the right to:
- Access: Request information about cookies stored on your device
- Control: Enable or disable non-essential cookies
- Delete: Clear cookies from your browser at any time
- Opt-Out: Refuse tracking for analytics and marketing purposes
For more information, see our Privacy Policy.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting a notice on our website. Please check this page periodically for updates.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies:
Compliance: This Cookie Policy is designed to comply with the EU ePrivacy Directive, GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable privacy laws. We are committed to using cookies responsibly and transparently.