Cookie Policy
Last updated: December 18, 2024
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners. Cookies help us recognize you, remember your preferences, and improve your experience on our platform.
2. How We Use Cookies
FGI Digital Ltd. uses cookies for several purposes:
- To enable essential website functionality
- To remember your preferences and settings
- To keep you signed in to your account
- To analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- To improve our services and user experience
- To detect and prevent fraud
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies (Required)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| auth_token | Authentication and session management | 7 days |
| csrf_token | Security and CSRF protection | Session |
| cart_data | Shopping cart functionality | 30 days |
3.2 Functional Cookies (Optional)
These cookies enhance functionality and personalization.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| theme | Remember dark/light mode preference | 1 year |
| language | Language preference | 1 year |
| favorites | Saved products and favorites | 90 days |
3.3 Analytics Cookies (Optional)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - User identification | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - Session tracking | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - Request throttling | 1 minute |
3.4 Performance Cookies (Optional)
These cookies collect information about how our website performs.
- Page load times
- Error tracking and debugging
- Performance monitoring
- User flow analysis
4. Third-Party Cookies
We use services from trusted third-party providers who may set their own cookies:
4.1 Stripe (Payment Processing)
Stripe uses cookies to provide secure payment processing and fraud prevention. For more information, see Stripe's Privacy Policy.
4.2 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand website usage patterns. Google may use this data in accordance with their Privacy Policy.
4.3 Firebase (Google Cloud)
We use Firebase for authentication and data storage. Firebase cookies help maintain secure user sessions.
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have control over how cookies are used:
5.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Accept cookies only from specific websites
- Delete cookies after closing your browser
- View and delete existing cookies
Important: Blocking essential cookies may prevent core website functionality from working properly, including login and checkout features.
5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions
Google Chrome: Manage cookies in Chrome
Mozilla Firefox: Manage cookies in Firefox
Safari: Manage cookies in Safari
Microsoft Edge: Manage cookies in Edge
5.3 Opt-Out of Analytics
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
6. Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. Currently, there is no industry standard for how to interpret DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but you can control cookies through your browser settings and our cookie preferences.
7. Cookie Retention
Cookie retention periods vary by type:
- Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain until expiry date or manual deletion
- Authentication cookies: Typically 7-30 days
- Preference cookies: Up to 1 year
- Analytics cookies: Up to 2 years
8. International Users
For users in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom, or other jurisdictions with cookie consent requirements, we provide a cookie consent banner on your first visit. You can update your preferences at any time.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The "Last updated" date at the top indicates when this policy was last revised.
10. Contact Us
For questions about our use of cookies:
FGI Trading B.V.
CEO
Fatih Günendi
Crijnssenstraat 1
5463GD Veghel
Netherlands
Email: info@fgitrading.com