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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: March 21, 2025

At Thinkwud Toys, we want your online experience to be fun, safe, and seamless. To make this happen, we use cookies and similar technologies on our website www.thinkwud.com (the "Website"). This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences. It's part of our commitment to transparency and works alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (like your computer, phone, or tablet) when you visit our Website. They help us remember your preferences, improve your experience, and understand how our Website is used. We also use similar tools like pixels or web beacons, which work in much the same way. For simplicity, we'll refer to all these as "cookies" here.

2. Why Do We Use Cookies?

We use cookies to:

  • Make the Website Work: Ensure basic functions like navigation, cart functionality, and checkout work smoothly.
  • Personalize Your Experience: Remember your preferences (e.g., language or region) to tailor your visit.
  • Analyze Usage: Learn how visitors use our Website so we can make it better.
  • Market Our Toys: Show you relevant ads or promotions about Thinkwud Toys products, both on our Website and elsewhere online.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

We group cookies into the following categories:

These are necessary for the Website to function properly. They enable core features like adding toys to your cart, checking out, and keeping your account secure. You can't turn these off without affecting how the Website works.

  • Examples: Session cookies, authentication cookies.
  • Duration: Mostly temporary (session-based), deleted when you close your browser.

These help us understand how you interact with our Website—e.g., which pages you visit most or if you encounter errors. The data is anonymous and used to improve performance.

  • Examples: Google Analytics cookies.
  • Duration: Varies, from session-based to persistent (up to 2 years).

These enhance your experience by remembering your choices (like language or past searches) and offering personalized features.

  • Examples: Preference cookies.
  • Duration: Persistent, typically stored for 1 year.

These track your browsing habits to show you ads for Thinkwud Toys that match your interests, including on other websites or social media. We may share this info with trusted advertising partners.

  • Examples: Ad tracking cookies, social media pixels.
  • Duration: Persistent, often up to 1-2 years.

4. Who Sets These Cookies?

Thinkwud Toys: We set some cookies directly to manage the Website and your experience.

Third Parties: We work with partners (e.g., analytics providers like Google, or advertising networks) who may set their own cookies. These third parties have their own privacy policies, which we encourage you to review.

5. How Long Do Cookies Stay on My Device?

Cookies can be:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary, deleted when you close your browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: Stay on your device for a set period (e.g., days, months, or years) or until you delete them.

Check the specific durations in our cookie settings tool or your browser settings.

6. How Can You Control Cookies?

You're in charge of your cookie preferences! Here's how you can manage them:

  • Cookie Settings on Our Website: When you first visit, you'll see a pop-up where you can accept all cookies or customize your choices (except for Essential Cookies, which are always on).
  • Browser Settings: Most browsers let you block or delete cookies. Go to your browser's help section for instructions (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari). Note: Blocking Essential Cookies may break parts of the Website.
  • Opt-Out Tools: For marketing cookies, you can use industry opt-out options like www.youradchoices.com or www.networkadvertising.org.

7. Do We Use Cookies for Kids?

Our Website is designed for adults (e.g., parents or guardians buying toys). If we collect data from children under 14, it's only with parental consent as outlined in our Privacy Policy. We don't knowingly target kids with marketing cookies.

8. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this policy as our Website evolves or laws change. Check the "Last Updated" date at the top. If there are big changes, we'll let you know via a notice on the Website or email (if you're subscribed).

9. Questions?

Got questions about cookies or how we use them? We're happy to help!

Email: thinkwudtoys@gmail.com