Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 1, 2025
Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how POKE UNDERGROUND ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on poketurbo.com (the "Site"). This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
Company Information:
- Company Name: POKE UNDERGROUND
- Registration Number: 914 826 383 RCS Paris
- Registered Office: 63 RUE BALARD, 75015 PARIS, FRANCE
- Contact Email: support@poketurbo.com
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Key Characteristics:
- Stored in your browser or device
- Contain small amounts of data
- Have an expiration date (can be temporary or persistent)
- Can only be read by the website that created them
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Strictly Necessary Cookies
Purpose: Essential for the Site to function properly. These cookies enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.
Examples:
- Session management cookies
- Authentication cookies (keeping you logged in)
- Shopping cart functionality
- Security and fraud prevention
- Load balancing
Duration: Session or up to 1 year
Legal Basis: These cookies are necessary for the Site to function and do not require consent under GDPR.
Cannot Be Disabled: You cannot disable these cookies through our cookie settings, as they are essential for the Site to work. However, you can block them through your browser settings (note: this may affect Site functionality).
2. Performance and Analytics Cookies
Purpose: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our Site, helping us improve user experience and Site performance.
What They Track:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Navigation paths
- Error messages
- Loading times
- Device and browser information
- General geographic location (country/city level)
Examples:
- Google Analytics cookies (_ga, _gid, _gat)
- Shopify analytics cookies
Information Collected:
- Anonymous aggregated data
- No personally identifiable information
Duration: From session to 2 years
Legal Basis: Your consent (optional cookies)
Third Parties:
- Google Analytics (privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy)
- Shopify Analytics (privacy policy: https://www.shopify.com/legal/privacy)
3. Functionality Cookies
Purpose: These cookies allow the Site to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features.
What They Remember:
- Language preferences
- Currency preferences
- Region/country selection
- Display preferences
- Previously viewed products
Duration: From session to 1 year
Legal Basis: Your consent (optional cookies)
Benefits:
- Improved user experience
- Personalized content
- Saved preferences across visits
4. Marketing and Advertising Cookies
Purpose: These cookies track your browsing activity across websites to show relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness.
What They Do:
- Track products you viewed
- Monitor pages visited
- Build interest profiles
- Deliver targeted ads
- Measure ad performance
- Limit ad frequency
Examples:
- Facebook Pixel
- Google Ads cookies
- Retargeting cookies
Duration: Up to 2 years
Legal Basis: Your consent (optional cookies)
Third Parties:
- Facebook (privacy policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation)
- Google Ads (privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads)
First-Party vs Third-Party Cookies
First-Party Cookies
Cookies set directly by poketurbo.com:
- Shopping cart
- Login sessions
- Site preferences
- Basic analytics
Control: We have full control over these cookies
Third-Party Cookies
Cookies set by external services we use:
- Google Analytics
- Facebook Pixel
- Payment processors
- Social media platforms
Control: These are controlled by third parties. Please review their privacy policies for more information.
Detailed Cookie List
Essential Cookies
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| _shopify_s | Session management | Session | Shopify |
| _shopify_y | Shopping cart functionality | 1 year | Shopify |
| cart | Shopping cart contents | 2 weeks | Shopify |
| secure_customer_sig | Customer authentication | 20 years | Shopify |
| storefront_digest | Login security | 2 years | Shopify |
Analytics Cookies
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguish users | 2 years | Google Analytics |
| _gid | Distinguish users | 24 hours | Google Analytics |
| _gat | Throttle request rate | 1 minute | Google Analytics |
| _shopify_sa_p | Shopify analytics | 30 minutes | Shopify |
| _shopify_sa_t | Shopify analytics | 30 minutes | Shopify |
Marketing Cookies
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook advertising | 3 months | |
| fr | Facebook advertising | 3 months | |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads conversion tracking | 3 months |
Note: This list may not be exhaustive as third-party services may update their cookies.
How We Use Cookies
Site Functionality
Shopping Experience:
- Maintaining shopping cart contents
- Remembering login status
- Saving delivery preferences
- Storing currency and language choices
Security:
- Preventing fraudulent activity
- Securing customer accounts
- Protecting payment information
- Detecting suspicious behavior
Analytics and Improvement
Understanding Usage:
- Most popular products and pages
- Common navigation paths
- Device and browser statistics
- Geographic distribution of visitors
Site Optimization:
- Identifying technical issues
- Improving page load times
- Enhancing user experience
- Testing new features
Marketing and Advertising
Personalization:
- Showing relevant product recommendations
- Displaying targeted advertisements
- Customizing promotional offers
- Sending relevant email campaigns
Measurement:
- Tracking conversion rates
- Measuring campaign effectiveness
- Understanding customer journey
- ROI analysis
Your Cookie Choices
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our Site, you will see a cookie consent banner with the following options:
Accept All: Accept all cookies including analytics and marketing cookies
Reject Non-Essential: Accept only strictly necessary cookies
Customize Settings: Choose which types of cookies to accept
Your Choice is Saved: Your preference is stored for 12 months
Changing Your Preferences
You can change your cookie preferences at any time:
On Our Site:
- Click the "Cookie Settings" link in the website footer
- Adjust your preferences
- Save your new choices
Effect of Changes:
- Changes take effect immediately
- Previous cookies may remain until they expire
- You may need to manually delete existing cookies
Browser Settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
Google Chrome:
- Click Menu → Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Choose your preferred settings
- Manage site-specific cookies
Mozilla Firefox:
- Click Menu → Options → Privacy & Security
- Under Cookies and Site Data, choose your settings
- Manage individual cookies
Safari:
- Click Preferences → Privacy
- Choose cookie settings under "Block cookies"
- Manage website data
Microsoft Edge:
- Click Menu → Settings → Cookies and site permissions
- Choose cookie settings
- Manage and delete cookies
Mobile Browsers: Access settings through your browser's menu options.
Limitations of Blocking Cookies
If you block or delete cookies, please note:
Site Functionality:
- Shopping cart may not work
- Cannot stay logged in
- Preferences not saved
- Some features unavailable
User Experience:
- Less personalized content
- May see less relevant ads (but same amount)
- Need to re-enter information frequently
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals websites that you do not want to be tracked.
Our Response: Currently, there is no industry standard for responding to DNT signals. We do not respond to DNT signals, but you can control cookies through:
- Our cookie consent banner
- Your browser settings
- Opt-out links provided by third parties
Third-Party Cookie Policies
Our Site uses services from third parties that may set their own cookies:
Google Analytics
Purpose: Website analytics Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy Opt-Out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Purpose: Social media integration and advertising Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation Opt-Out: https://www.facebook.com/settings?tab=ads
Shopify
Purpose: E-commerce platform and analytics Privacy Policy: https://www.shopify.com/legal/privacy More Info: https://www.shopify.com/legal/cookies
Payment Processors
Purpose: Secure payment processing Note: Payment processors may use their own cookies for fraud prevention and security
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third parties to understand how they use cookies.
Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use:
Web Beacons (Pixels)
Small transparent images embedded in web pages or emails:
- Track email opens
- Monitor page views
- Collect analytics data
Local Storage
Browser storage that can hold larger amounts of data:
- Store user preferences
- Cache certain data for performance
- Improve loading times
Session Storage
Temporary storage cleared when you close your browser:
- Maintain session state
- Store temporary data
These technologies serve similar purposes to cookies and are subject to the same consent requirements for non-essential uses.
Cookies and Personal Data
Data Protection
Cookie data is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and GDPR requirements:
Non-Personal Data: Most cookies collect anonymous, aggregated data Personal Data: Some cookies may be linked to personal information if you have an account Security: Cookie data is protected with appropriate security measures Retention: Cookie data is retained only as long as necessary
Your Rights
Under GDPR, you have rights regarding data collected through cookies:
- Right to access cookie data
- Right to delete cookie data
- Right to object to cookie processing
- Right to withdraw consent
To exercise these rights, contact us at support@poketurbo.com.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:
- Changes in cookie usage
- New technologies
- Legal requirements
- Changes to our services
Notification:
- Updates posted on this page
- "Last Updated" date revised
- Material changes may be communicated via email or site notice
Your Responsibility: Review this policy periodically to stay informed.
Cookies and Mobile Apps
If we develop a mobile application, similar tracking technologies may be used:
- Mobile identifiers (IDFA, AAID)
- SDK integrations
- In-app analytics
A separate policy will be provided for mobile applications.
International Transfers
Cookie data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the European Economic Area, including:
- United States (Google, Facebook servers)
- Canada (Shopify servers)
Safeguards: We ensure appropriate protections are in place:
- Standard Contractual Clauses
- Privacy Shield compliance (where applicable)
- Adequacy decisions
Children's Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under 18. We do not knowingly use cookies to collect information from children.
If you believe a child has provided cookie data, contact us at support@poketurbo.com.
Contact Us
For questions about our use of cookies:
Email: support@poketurbo.com
Mailing Address: POKE UNDERGROUND 63 RUE BALARD 75015 PARIS FRANCE
Response Time: We respond within 48 business hours.
Additional Resources
Learn More About Cookies
- All About Cookies: www.allaboutcookies.org
- EU Cookie Guidelines: ec.europa.eu/ipg/basics/legal/cookies
- ICO Guide: ico.org.uk/for-organisations/guide-to-pecr/cookies-and-similar-technologies
Manage Your Privacy
- Google Privacy: myaccount.google.com/privacy
- Facebook Privacy: www.facebook.com/privacy
- Digital Advertising Alliance: optout.aboutads.info
- European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: www.youronlinechoices.eu
Your Privacy Matters: We are committed to transparency about our use of cookies and protecting your privacy online.
