🍪 Cookie Policy – HydroponicsUp
1. Introduction
If you want to understand how cookies are used on https://hydroponicsup.com/, you are in the right place.
Below, we explain what cookies are, what types we use, and how you can manage or disable them in your browser.
Please note that if you disable certain cookies, this website may not function properly, and your user experience may be affected.
2. What Are Cookies?
A cookie is a small text file stored on your computer when you visit certain websites.
Cookies allow a website to store and retrieve information about your browsing habits, device preferences, and behavior on the site.
📌 Key characteristics of cookies:
✔ They do not store personal information such as credit card details or passwords.
✔ They are stored on your browser, not on the website itself.
✔ Some cookies are temporary (session cookies), while others remain longer (persistent cookies).
When visiting a website, your browser saves these cookies on your device. Some are deleted after closing the browser, while others stay to improve your experience on future visits.
3. Cookie Consent & Legal Compliance
Upon visiting HydroponicsUp, you are informed about our cookie usage, giving you the choice to:
✅ Accept all cookies.
✅ Customize which cookies to allow.
✅ Reject non-essential cookies.
This website complies with:
- GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation – EU Regulation 2016/679)
- CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act)
- LSSI (Spain’s Law on Information Society Services & Electronic Commerce – 34/2002)
📌 This Cookie Policy may be updated due to legal requirements or changes in website functionality. The latest version will always be available on this page.
4. Types of Cookies Used on HydroponicsUp
To provide a better experience, HydroponicsUp uses both first-party and third-party cookies for different purposes:
🔹 Essential (Technical) Cookies
✔ Required for the website to function correctly.
✔ Allow navigation, security, and form submission.
✔ Cannot be disabled, as they are necessary for proper operation.
🔹 Personalization Cookies
✔ Remember your language, region, and display preferences.
✔ Enhance user experience by adapting content to your settings.
🔹 Analytics Cookies
✔ Collect data on visitor behavior, helping us optimize the site.
✔ Provide insights on traffic, clicks, and time spent on pages.
✔ Example: Google Analytics tracks how users navigate the site.
🔹 Advertising & Behavioral Cookies
✔ Show personalized ads based on your browsing habits.
✔ Help display relevant content from Google AdSense and Amazon Affiliates.
✔ Allow us to optimize ad placement for better performance.
🔹 Third-Party Cookies
HydroponicsUp uses external services that may install cookies:
- Google Analytics (website traffic monitoring).
- Google AdSense (advertisements tailored to user behavior).
- Amazon Associates (affiliate tracking for product recommendations).
📌 These third-party services may collect data such as your IP address and browsing activity to improve their services.
5. Managing & Disabling Cookies
You can configure your browser settings to accept, reject, or delete cookies at any time.
🔍 How to disable cookies in your browser:
- Google Chrome: Manage cookies – https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647?hl=es-419
- Mozilla Firefox: Disable cookies – https://support.mozilla.org/es/kb/habilitar-y-deshabilitar-cookies-sitios-web-rastrear-preferencias?redirectlocale=es&redirectslug=habilitar-y-deshabilitar-cookies-que-los-sitios-we
- Safari: Adjust cookie settings – https://support.apple.com/es-es/HT201265
- Microsoft Edge: Manage cookies – https://support.microsoft.com/es-es/help/17442/windows-internet-explorer-delete-manage-cookies#ie=ie-10
📌 Note: You need to configure cookies separately for each browser and device you use.
6. Cookies Used on HydroponicsUp
Below is a list of the cookies we use and their functions:
Type of Cookie | Purpose | Example |
---|---|---|
Essential Cookies | Ensure website functionality | Login sessions, security features |
Personalization Cookies | Save user preferences | Language selection, display settings |
Analytics Cookies | Track visitor behavior | Google Analytics |
Advertising Cookies | Display relevant ads | Google AdSense, Amazon Affiliates |
📌 Some cookies expire when you close your browser (session cookies), while others may remain longer (persistent cookies).
7. Contact Information
For any concerns about this Cookie Policy, you can contact us at:
📩 ashotmbbusiness@gmail.com