Cookies policy

Last update date: 08.07.2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy applies to all users of the website. https://artes.ro (hereinafter referred to as the "Site"). Our site is developed on the Shopify Inc. platform, which uses certain cookies to function properly.

The information presented below is intended to inform users about the placement, use and management of cookies by SC BIOFY DISTRIBUTION SRL in the context of browsing this site.

2. What are cookies?

An "Internet Cookie" is a small file, consisting of letters and numbers, which will be stored on a user's computer or mobile terminal. The cookie is installed by the request issued by a web server to a browser (e.g. Chrome, Firefox) and is completely "passive".

3. Why do we use cookies? Purposes of using cookies

Cookies are used to ensure the efficient functioning of the site and to provide users with a much better browsing experience and services tailored to each one's needs. Specifically, cookies allow:

  • Ensuring basic online store functionalities, such as maintaining products in the shopping cart or processing orders.

  • Creating anonymous statistics that help us understand how the site is used, allowing us to improve its structure and content.

  • Providing advertising relevant to your interests.

4. Types of cookies used on this site

Our website uses the following categories of cookies:

a) Strictly Necessary Cookies (Essential) These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the online store developed on the Shopify platform. They ensure basic functionalities such as navigation, access to the shopping cart, payment processing and site security. Since they are essential, they do not require your consent and are activated automatically.

b) Performance and Analytics Cookies (Reporting and Analytics) These cookies, set by Shopify or third parties (such as Google Analytics), allow us to count visits and traffic sources to measure and improve the performance of the site. They collect data about the pages visited and the interaction with the site. These cookies will only be placed with your consent.

c) Marketing and Advertising Cookies These cookies are set through our website by our advertising partners (e.g. Google, Facebook). They are used to build a profile of your interests and to show you relevant ads on other websites. These cookies will only be placed with your consent.

5. Cookies from the Shopify Platform and Third-Party Applications

As a store built on Shopify, the platform places cookies by default that are essential for the operation of online commerce. In addition, we may use applications from the Shopify App Store for additional functionality (reviews, marketing, chat, etc.). These applications may place their own cookies, which will be detailed in the table below.

6. What specific cookies do we use?

Below is a list of common cookies for a Shopify store.

Category

Cookie Name

PROVIDER

Scope

DuRATion

Strictly Necessary

_secure_session_id

Shopify

Preserves browsing session state.

24 hours

cart , cart_sig

Shopify

Stores information about the contents of the shopping cart.

2 weeks

checkout_token

Shopify

Used to retrieve information about an order during the checkout process.

2 weeks

secure_customer_sig

Shopify

Used in connection with client authentication.

1 year

Performance

_shopify_y , _s

Shopify

Used by Shopify for internal store traffic analysis.

1 year

_landing_page

Shopify

Track landing pages.

2 weeks

_ga , _gid

Google Analytics

Distinguishes users anonymously to generate external statistical data.

2 years

Marketing

_fbp

Facebook

Used by Facebook to deliver and measure relevant ads.

3 months

_gcl_au

Google Ads

Used by Google AdSense to experiment with advertising effectiveness.

3 months

7. How can you control cookies?

a) Via the consent banner: On your first visit to our site, you will be asked for consent to the use of non-essential cookies. The Shopify platform, together with GDPR compliance solutions, allows you to accept, reject or customize your preferences. You can change your options at any time by accessing the "Cookie Settings" or "Cookie Policy" link at the bottom of the page.

b) From your browser settings: You can control and delete cookies directly from your browser settings. Below you will find links to the official instructions:

8. Data transfer outside the European Economic Area (EEA)

The Shopify platform, as well as partners such as Google or Facebook, are international companies. Using their services may involve the transfer of your data outside the EEA (e.g. to Canada or the United States). These transfers are protected by appropriate safeguards, such as European Commission adequacy decisions and Standard Contractual Clauses.

9. Updates to the Cookie Policy

We reserve the right to update this policy. Any changes will be posted on this page.

10. Contact Information

For any further questions, please contact us:
Email: office@artes.ro
Phone: +40762070809