Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Barish Okcu GmbH (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our Shopify website.
It describes what cookies are, what types we use, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.
They help websites function properly, enhance user experience, and collect analytics or marketing information.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

a) Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off.
They include:

  • Cookies that enable checkout, cart, and login functions.

  • Shopify session cookies for security and authentication.

Examples (Shopify standard):
_shopify_y, _shopify_s, _cart, _secure_session_id, _checkout, _shopify_country

b) Performance & Analytics Cookies

These help us understand how visitors use our site, so we can improve it.
They collect aggregated, anonymous data such as page views and navigation paths.

Examples:
_shopify_sa_t, _shopify_sa_p, __utm*, _ga, _gid (Google Analytics)

c) Functional Cookies

These remember your preferences (like language, region, or currency) to personalize your shopping experience.

Examples:
_shopify_locale, _tracking_consent

d) Marketing & Advertising Cookies

These cookies track your browsing habits so we (or third parties) can show you relevant ads on our site or across the web.
We may use tools like Facebook Pixel, Google Ads, or Klaviyo for retargeting and campaign performance.

Examples:
_fbp, fr, _gcl_au, IDE, _shopify_sa_t

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services integrated into our site, such as:

  • Shopify Payments & Checkout

  • Google Analytics / Tag Manager

  • Meta (Facebook) Pixel

  • Klaviyo (email marketing)

  • ReCAPTCHA (fraud prevention)

These providers may process your data outside the EU under EU-approved safeguards (Standard Contractual Clauses).

5. Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, a cookie-consent banner appears allowing you to:

  • Accept all cookies

  • Reject non-essential cookies

  • Manage your preferences

Your selection is stored in the _tracking_consent cookie for up to 12 months.
You can change your consent anytime via the “Cookie Settings” link in our footer.

6. Managing Cookies

You can delete or block cookies via your browser settings.
However, disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.

Links for common browsers:

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in law, Shopify updates, or new technologies.
The most recent version will always be available on this page.

8. Contact

For any questions about cookies or data privacy, please contact:
Barish Okcu GmbH
Magdalenenstrasse 21/13, 1060 Vienna, Austria