Cookies Policy

Here is the English translation of the PopMartBoxMania Cookies Policy tailored for the U.S. market, with adjustments for legal terminology and regional preferences:

PopMartBoxMania Cookies Policy

Effective Date: January 1, 2024

This Cookies Policy explains how PopMartBoxMania (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies (such as local storage, pixel tags, etc.) on our platform (including the website and mobile app, referred to as the “Platform”). By using the Platform, you consent to the practices described in this Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files sent by a website and stored on your device (computer, mobile phone, etc.). They help identify your visit, optimize user experience, or remember preferences. We may also use pixel tags (transparent image files), local storage (HTML5 Storage), and similar technologies to achieve comparable functions.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

1. Necessary Cookies

  • Purpose: Ensure basic Platform functions (e.g., shopping cart management, order placement, account login).
  • Characteristics: These cookies are essential for the Platform to operate and cannot be disabled through settings.
  • Examples: Session cookies (recording login status), CSRF protection cookies.

2. Analytics and Optimization Cookies

  • Purpose: Analyze traffic data, user behavior (e.g., page visit duration, click paths) to improve Platform performance.
  • Characteristics: Data is anonymized and does not identify personal information.
  • Tools: Google Analytics (consent will be obtained before activation, if required).

3. Personalization Cookies

  • Purpose: Remember your preferences (e.g., language, font size, theme settings) to deliver personalized experiences.
  • Examples: Storing your preferred interface language (e.g., English/Spanish).

4. Advertising and Marketing Cookies

  • Purpose: Display interest-based ads (e.g., new blind box releases) and measure ad effectiveness.
  • Characteristics: May share data with third-party advertising platforms (e.g., Meta, Google Ads).
  • Examples: Tracking conversions after you click an ad to optimize ad targeting.

3. Types and Durations of Cookies

TypeFunctionCan Be Disabled?Duration
Necessary CookiesEssential for platform operations (login, payment)NoDeleted after session
Analytics CookiesCollect anonymous user behavior dataYes30–365 days
Personalization CookiesStore user preferences (language, theme)Yes1–2 years
Advertising CookiesDeliver personalized ads and track performanceYes30–180 days

4. Your Control Over Cookies

1. Consent Choices

  • Upon your first visit, you will see a Cookies banner where you can choose:
    Accept All Cookies (recommended for the best experience)
    Accept Only Necessary Cookies (disables analytics, personalization, and advertising cookies)
    Reject All Cookies (may impair some features)

2. Manual Management

  • You can manage cookies through your browser settings:
    • View/Delete Cookies: Go to your browser’s privacy settings (e.g., Chrome: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Other Site Data).
    • Block Third-Party Cookies: Disable third-party tracking in your browser (may affect ad personalization).
    Note: Disabling non-necessary cookies may result in:
  • Loss of login status or saved preferences
  • Less relevant advertising
  • Slower loading or malfunctioning features

5. Data Handling Principles for Cookies

  1. Minimization Principle: We collect only the minimum data required, without storing sensitive information (e.g., Social Security numbers, bank accounts).
  2. Data Security: Cookies are transmitted via encryption (HTTPS), and access permissions are regularly reviewed.
  3. Third-Party Liability: If third-party cookies (e.g., analytics tools, ad platforms) are used, their data practices are governed by their own privacy policies. For details, see:

6. Policy Updates

We may update this Policy to comply with laws or business changes. Revisions will be notified via a banner or pop-up. Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

7. Contact Us

For questions about cookies, contact us at:

  • Phone: +1-XXX-XXX-XXXX (update with U.S. number)
  • Email: privacy@popmartboxmania.com
  • Address: [English address, e.g., 1234 Market Street, Suite 500, San Francisco, CA 94103]

⚠️ Key Notes for U.S. Compliance:

  1. CCPA Compliance: Add a “Do Not Sell My Personal Information” link if applicable (e.g., under California law).
  2. Cookie Banner: Ensure clear opt-in consent for non-necessary cookies, especially for visitors in states with strict privacy laws.
  3. Third-Party Tools: Verify compliance with U.S.-EU data transfer frameworks (e.g., EU-US Data Privacy Framework) if targeting international users.

Let me know if you need adjustments for California-specific clauses or regional terminology!