This cookie policy explains how BuddyCompany uses cookies and similar technologies on the website buddycompany.com. By using our website you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy. You can change your cookie settings at any time via the cookie banner on the website.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They are used, among other things, to make the website work, to remember your choices and to analyse how the website is used. Some cookies are set by us (first-party cookies) and some by third parties, such as Google (third-party cookies).
Which cookies do we use?
We group cookies into three categories: necessary, analytics and marketing. Only necessary cookies are set without your consent. Analytics and marketing cookies are activated only after you accept them in our cookie banner.
🔒 Necessary cookies
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|
| _shopify_essential | Shopify | Manages session and checkout | Up to 2 weeks |
| _shopify_s | Shopify | Identifies the current session | 30 minutes |
| _shopify_y | Shopify | Identifies returning visitors | 1 year |
| cart_currency | Shopify | Stores selected currency (SEK) | 2 weeks |
📊 Analytics cookies (consent required)
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users for statistics | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 | Persists session state | 2 years |
| _shopify_analytics | Shopify | Website usage statistics | Session |
🎯 Marketing cookies (consent required)
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|
| _gcl_au | Google Ads | Measures ad conversions | 90 days |
| _shopify_marketing | Shopify | Marketing attribution | Varies |
| IDE | Google DoubleClick | Cross-site ad targeting | Up to 13 months |
To verify: The retention periods above are typical values. Confirm the actual durations in your browser's developer tools (Application → Cookies) before publishing.
How do I manage my cookies?
When you first visit buddycompany.com, a cookie banner appears where you can choose which categories to accept. You can change your choice at any time by opening the cookie settings. You can also block or delete cookies directly in your browser — note that the website may not work correctly if you block necessary cookies.
Third parties
Some cookies are set by third parties that process data on their own terms, including Google (Analytics, Ads, DoubleClick) and Shopify (our e-commerce platform).
More information
How we process personal data is described in our privacy policy. If you have questions about cookies or data protection, contact us at [EMAIL ADDRESS].