What Are Cookies and Local Storage?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. Local Storage is a web storage method that allows websites to store data directly in your browser. Both are used to enhance your browsing experience.
How We Use Cookies
Dolphin Est uses cookies for various purposes, including:
- Ensuring the website functions properly
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Analyzing how our website is used to improve it
- Personalizing your experience with relevant content and advertisements
Types of Cookies We Use
Necessary Cookies
| Name | Description | Duration | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session Cookie | Used to maintain your session while browsing our website. | Session | PHPSESSID, session_id |
| CSRF Token | Helps protect against Cross-Site Request Forgery attacks. | Session | csrf_token |
Functional Cookies
| Name | Description | Duration | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Language Preference | Remembers your preferred language setting. | 1 year | language, locale |
| Theme Preference | Stores your preferred theme (light/dark). | 1 year | theme, display_mode |
Analytics Cookies
| Name | Description | Duration | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | Collects information about how you use our website. | 2 years | _ga, _gid, _gat |
| Hotjar | Helps us understand how users interact with our website. | 1 year | _hjid, _hjSessionUser |
Marketing Cookies
| Name | Description | Duration | Examples |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advertising Cookies | Used to show you relevant advertisements on other websites. | 1-3 months | IDE, MUID, DSID |
| Retargeting Cookies | Allows us to reach you with targeted advertisements after you've visited our site. | 6 months | rlsa, retargeting_id |
How We Use Local Storage
In addition to cookies, Dolphin Est uses browser local storage for:
Theme Preferences
We store your preferred theme (light or dark mode) in local storage to remember your preference across visits.
Key: theme, Value: "light" or "dark"
Wishlist Items
Products you add to your wishlist are stored in local storage so they persist between visits without requiring an account.
Key: wishlist, Value: JSON array of product data
Managing Cookies and Local Storage
Most web browsers allow you to manage your cookie and local storage preferences. You can:
- Delete cookies and local storage data from your device
- Block cookies by activating the setting on your browser that allows you to refuse all or some cookies
- Set your browser to notify you when you receive a cookie
Important Note About Local Storage
Clearing your browser's local storage will reset your theme preference and remove all items from your wishlist. We recommend using browser bookmarks for products you want to remember if you plan to clear your browser data.
Browser Instructions
Please Note
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Necessary cookies, which are essential for the basic functionality of our website, cannot be disabled.
Changes to Our Cookie Policy
We may update our Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
- Email: privacy@dolphinmarine.com
- Phone: +1 (555) 123-4567