1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet, etc.). When you visit a website, the web server sends a cookie to your browser, which saves it to your device. When you visit the same website again, your browser sends that cookie back to the web server.
2. Types of Cookie
Cookies vary by duration and function. Session cookies remain active until you close your browser; persistent cookies are stored for a specified period (from a few days to several years). We use the following types of cookies.
- Essential cookies — Required for security and user authentication. Without these, certain site functions will not work.
- Analytics cookies — Used to analyse user behaviour and site usage, for example via Google Analytics.
- Marketing & retargeting cookies — Used by advertising partners (Google, Facebook, etc.) to serve ads based on your interests.
- Functional cookies — Used to customise the site to your preferences, such as language settings and dark mode.
3. Purpose of Use
We use cookies for the following purposes.
- To ensure the website functions correctly
- To track users' content browsing history and purchasing behaviour, and to analyse site usage
- To deliver relevant advertising based on users' interests and preferences
- To improve user experience and personalisation
- To detect fraud and enhance security
4. Key Cookies Used
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to measure the number of site visitors, page views, time on site, and more. Google Analytics collects information about user behaviour through cookies. For more details, please refer to the Google Privacy Policy.
Session Management
These cookies manage your session (your series of actions while using the website) and retain data such as the contents of your shopping cart.
User Preferences
These cookies retain settings you have chosen, such as language, font size, and theme, and apply them on your next visit.
5. Cookie Lifespan
The lifespan of cookies we set varies by type. Session cookies last until you close your browser; persistent cookies are stored for up to 2 years.
6. Third-Party Cookies
We work with third-party service providers such as Google, Facebook, and Amazon. These companies may use cookies to collect information about your behaviour and serve relevant advertising. We are not responsible for the actions of these third parties. Please refer to each company's privacy policy for details.
7. Disabling & Deleting Cookies
You can disable or delete cookies by changing your browser settings. Please note that disabling cookies may prevent some features of our site (such as the shopping cart or user settings) from functioning correctly.
- Google Chrome — Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox — Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari — Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge — Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions
8. Do Not Track
We do not fully support Do Not Track (DNT) signals sent by browsers. We continue to use cookies and access log analysis, but we respect user privacy and take the utmost care in handling personal information.
9. User Choice & Consent
On your first visit to our site, we display a cookie consent banner. You can choose to "Accept" or "Decline" on this banner. If you accept, all cookies are enabled. If you decline, only essential cookies are enabled.
10. Cookies & Privacy
Cookie data we collect is processed as anonymised statistical information. However, if you enter personal information such as an email address when registering or shopping, it may be combined with cookie data. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for more details.
11. Cross-border Data Transfers
Third-party services we use, such as Google Analytics, operate servers in multiple countries including the United States. As a result, cookie data may be transferred to the United States. We carry out international data transfers in accordance with appropriate data protection agreements.
12. Policy Changes
If we change how we use cookies, we will update this Policy. When changes are made, we will indicate the date of update, and will notify you of significant changes in advance by email or other means.
13. Contact
For any questions or concerns about cookies, please feel free to contact us at the details below.
- Email: info@sparklenest.example
- Phone: +81334868899
Last updated: 30 April 2026