Cookie Policy
Understanding Our Cookie Policy
volthaveen.com (operated by Toxte, located at 1923 McDonald Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11223, United States) uses cookies, pixels, local storage, and similar technologies to ensure site functionality, improve your shopping experience, and deliver personalized features like free shipping tracking (7-12 days) and 30-day returns. This Cookie Policy explains what these technologies are, how we use them, third-party involvement, and your control options. We fully comply with CCPA (no data selling), GDPR (consent-based), COPPA (no under-13 tracking), and other laws. See our Privacy Policy for full data handling details.
What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (browser, mobile) to remember preferences or sessions. We also use:
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Pixels/Tags: Invisible images for tracking interactions (e.g., email opens).
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Local Storage: Browser-based storage for cart persistence.
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Session IDs: Temporary identifiers for secure checkout. These enable essential features like adding to cart during free worldwide shipping orders.
Types of Cookies We Use
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Type |
Purpose |
Duration |
Examples & Providers |
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Essential/Strictly Necessary |
Required for core site functions (e.g., secure login, cart maintenance, checkout for free shipping, fraud prevention). The site may not work without them. |
Session (ends on browser close) or Persistent (up to 1 year) |
Session ID, CSRF token, cart cookie. (First-party: Toxte.com) |
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Performance/Analytics |
Anonymous data on usage (pages viewed, load times, errors) to optimize (e.g., faster 7-12 day tracking pages). No personal ID. |
Up to 26 months (Google standard) |
Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat) – IP anonymized. |
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Functional |
Remember choices (currency, language, wishlist) for better experience (e.g., pre-fill shipping address). |
Persistent (up to 1 year) |
Preference cookies (first-party). |
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Marketing/Targeting |
Retargeting (e.g., abandoned cart reminders), personalized ads on our site or platforms like Meta/Google. Only with explicit consent. |
Up to 1 year |
Meta Pixel (facebook.com), Google Ads remarketing (doubleclick.net). |
Third-Party Cookies & Partners
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Analytics: Google Analytics (anonymized data; no full IP). Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out.
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Payments: Tokenized sessions from Google Pay/PayPal (secure; no card storage).
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Advertising: Meta (Facebook), Google – loaded only post-consent.
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Carriers: Tracking pixels from USPS, UPS, CJPacket Ordinary (for 7-12 day free shipping updates). All partners are bound by contracts; data not sold. No cross-site tracking without consent.
Your Cookie Choices & Controls
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Consent Management: On first visit (or via "Cookie Settings" footer link), choose: All / Essential Only / Customize. Geo-detected for CCPA/GDPR (e.g., CA/EU get full banner). Revise anytime.
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Browser Settings: Block/delete cookies (e.g., Chrome: Settings > Privacy > Cookies). Note: Disabling essentials may break checkout, free shipping calc, or 30-day return forms.
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Opt-Out Options:
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Marketing: Unsubscribe in emails or cookie settings.
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Analytics: Google opt-out above.
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Advertising: YourAdChoices or Network Advertising Initiative.
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Do Not Track (DNT): Honored browser signals.
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CCPA "Do Not Sell": We do not sell cookie data. Confirm via Privacy Policy or email support@volthaveen.com.
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GDPR Consent Withdrawal: Same as above; erases non-essential cookies.
Data from Cookies
Linked to account only if logged in; otherwise anonymous. Used per Privacy Policy: Fulfillment (shipping), improvement, marketing (opt-in). Retention matches tables (e.g., analytics 26 months). No sensitive data.
Updates to This Policy
Changes for new features (e.g., enhanced tracking for warranty claims) posted here with date. Notified via banner/email. Continued use implies acceptance. Last updated: November 15, 2025.
Contact Us
Cookie questions: support@volthaveen.com | 716-948-2895 | Toxte Cookie Team, 1923 McDonald Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11223, United States.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help us enhance your browsing experience by remembering your preferences and allowing us to understand your usage patterns. Our Cookie Policy outlines how we use these cookies to deliver a more personalized experience. We do this because we want you to have seamless interactions with our site, and cookies play a crucial role in achieving that.
Types of Cookies We Use
We utilize several types of cookies, including session cookies and persistent cookies. Session cookies are temporary and expire when you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain for a set period or until you delete them. Each type serves a purpose; for instance, session cookies allow us to keep track of your movements during a single visit, and persistent cookies help us recognize you on subsequent visits, enhancing your overall experience.
Your Rights Regarding Cookies
As a user, you have rights concerning how cookies are used on our site. You can manage your cookie preferences through your browser settings, allowing you to accept or reject cookies as you wish. However, please note that disabling cookies might impact the functionality of our site. Therefore, we encourage you to review our Cookie Policy carefully to understand how we protect your privacy while providing a tailored browsing experience.