Cookie Policy MemBoards
Last updated: [DATE]
This Cookie Policy explains how MemBoards (memboards.energy-stars.org) uses cookies and similar technologies. By using our website, you agree to the use of essential cookies. Non-essential cookies are only used with your explicit consent.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit a website. They help the website function properly, remember your preferences, and provide us with analytics about how the site is used.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function. They cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as logging in, adding items to your cart, or filling in forms.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| woocommerce_cart_hash | Stores your shopping cart contents | Session |
| woocommerce_items_in_cart | Helps WooCommerce determine when cart changes | Session |
| wp_woocommerce_session_* | Contains a unique session code for each customer | 2 days |
| wordpress_logged_in_* | Remembers your login status | Session / 14 days |
| wordpress_sec_* | Security cookie for logged-in users | Session |
| PHPSESSID | Server session identifier | Session |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies (Require Consent)
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website, which pages are most popular, and how visitors navigate the site. All data is aggregated and anonymous.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
Marketing Cookies (Require Consent)
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements. We currently do not use marketing cookies, but may introduce them in the future with your consent.
3. How to Manage Cookies
Cookie consent banner
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear. You can:
- Accept all cookies — enables all cookie categories
- Reject non-essential cookies — only essential cookies will be used
- Customise — choose which categories to accept
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the website footer.
Browser settings
You can also control cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions
Note: Blocking essential cookies may prevent our website from functioning correctly.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages:
- Google Analytics — website usage analytics (Google Privacy Policy)
- Stripe — payment processing (Stripe Privacy Policy)
- PayPal — payment processing (PayPal Privacy Policy)
5. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date.
6. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies:
MemBoards
Email: [YOUR EMAIL]
Address: [YOUR BUSINESS ADDRESS]