Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 25, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how ParfuMatch uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website. It also explains your choices regarding these technologies.

Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for the website to function properly. Cannot be disabled.

Session ID
Maintains your session while browsing
Session
CSRF Token
Security protection against cross-site attacks
Session

Functional Cookies

Remember your preferences and enhance your experience.

Theme Preference
Remembers your light/dark mode choice
1 year
Visitor ID
Anonymous ID for voting without an account
Persistent

Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our website.

_ga
Google Analytics - distinguishes users
2 years
_gid
Google Analytics - distinguishes users
24 hours

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners. Cookies allow websites to remember your actions and preferences (such as login, language, font size, and other display preferences) over a period of time, so you don't have to keep re-entering them whenever you come back to the site.

2. How We Use Cookies

ParfuMatch uses cookies and similar technologies to: • Keep you signed in to your account • Remember your preferences (like dark mode) • Enable anonymous voting functionality • Understand how visitors use our website • Improve our services based on usage patterns • Ensure the security of our platform We do not use cookies for advertising or to track you across other websites.

3. Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we use browser local storage to save certain information on your device: Visitor ID: We generate a unique anonymous identifier stored in your browser's local storage. This allows you to vote on dupes without creating an account. This ID is only sent to our servers when you cast a vote. Preferences: Your theme preference (light or dark mode) is stored locally so it persists between visits. Local storage data remains on your device until you clear your browser data or we programmatically remove it.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services: Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information about page views, time on site, and traffic sources. This data helps us improve our service. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout Affiliate Partners: When you click on affiliate links, the destination websites may set their own cookies. These are governed by the privacy policies of those respective sites.

5. Managing Cookies

You have control over cookies and can manage them in several ways: Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies through their settings. The location of these settings varies by browser: • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies • Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies • Edge: Settings > Privacy & Services > Cookies Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Clearing Local Storage: To clear local storage data, you can use your browser's developer tools or clear all site data through your browser settings. Opt-Out Links: • Google Analytics: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

7. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us: Email: privacy@parfumatch.com You can also reach us through our Contact page for general inquiries.