This Cookie Policy applies to the website www.sunhatclub.com (the “Website”), operated under the brand sunhatclub (“we”, “us”, or “our”). This policy explains how cookies and similar tracking technologies are used when you visit our Website.
By accessing or using our Website, you acknowledge and agree to the practices described in this Cookie Policy, which complies with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDAR/GDPR – Regulation (EU) 2016/679), the ePrivacy Directive (Directive 2002/58/EC as amended), and applicable European privacy laws.
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1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, mobile device, or other Internet-connected device when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device, store user preferences, and collect standard Internet log information to support website operation and user experience.
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2. Categorisation and Use of Cookies
We categorise the cookies used on our Website as follows:
Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are mandatory for the operation of our Website. They enable core functions such as secure navigation, access to protected areas, and session management. Strictly necessary cookies do not require your prior consent and are set automatically upon visiting the site.
Analytical and Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to analyze traffic patterns, count visits, and understand how visitors interact with our Website, helping us improve site functionality and performance. These non-essential cookies are only activated with your consent.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalisation by remembering choices you make (such as language or regional preferences). They are deployed only with your consent.
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3. User Consent and Choice (Cookie Banner)
Non-essential cookies (including analytical, performance, and functionality cookies) will only be activated after you explicitly grant consent by clicking the “Accept” button on our Cookie Banner upon entering the Website.
You have full freedom of choice. If you choose not to grant consent, or if you close the banner without accepting non-essential cookies, only strictly necessary cookies will be deployed. You may change or withdraw your consent at any time through your web browser settings or by clearing your cookies.
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4. Retention Period of Cookies
Cookies used on our Website are retained for specific periods in accordance with European legal standard requirements:
– Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire and are automatically deleted when you close your browser.
– Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a pre-defined period or until manually deleted. Persistent non-essential cookies deployed on this Website are retained for no longer than 13 months from the date consent is granted, in accordance with European data protection guidance. Essential cookies may remain stored as strictly necessary to ensure technical security and continuous session functionality.
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5. Third-Party Cookies and Payment Processing
We engage trusted third-party service providers to deliver essential website functionality and support transaction operations.
In particular, payment processing operations on our Website are facilitated by our third-party provider, Stripe. When carrying out transactions or interacting with checkout features on our Website, third-party cookies managed by Stripe may be placed on your device to ensure secure payment routing, fraud prevention, and session authenticity. These cookies are governed directly by Stripe’s privacy and cookie notices.
We do not control third-party cookies set by external service providers. For detailed information regarding how Stripe processes technical data and cookies, please refer to the official Stripe Privacy Policy.
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6. How to Manage and Control Cookies
In addition to our Cookie Banner options, you can manage, block, or delete cookies directly through your web browser settings. Most browsers allow you to decline all cookies, accept only essential cookies, or receive notification when a cookie is being issued.
Please note that restricting or disabling essential cookies may impact the operation of our Website and prevent complete access to certain features.
– Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
– Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
– Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
– Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
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7. Contact Information
If you have any questions or enquiries regarding this Cookie Policy or our data management practices, please contact us via email:
– Website: www.sunhatclub.com
– Brand: sunhatclub
– Email: zhaolei@sunhatclub.com