Cookie Policy

Last updated May 16, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Autokatools ("Company," "we," "us," and "our") uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website at autokatools.com ("Website"). It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control their use.

What are cookies?

Cookies are small data files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are commonly used to improve site functionality and provide reporting data. "First-party cookies" are set by Autokatools. "Third-party cookies" are set by others to enable additional features like advertising and analytics.

Why do we use cookies?

We use cookies for several reasons. Some are essential for website functionality ("strictly necessary" cookies). Others help us understand your behavior to improve your experience, support analytics, or display relevant ads.

How can I control cookies?

You can set cookie preferences via our Cookie Consent Manager or browser settings. Essential cookies cannot be disabled. Disabling others may impact site functionality.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Website Cookies

These cookies are necessary for website functionality.

Name: shopifyPayAcceleration — used in checkout — persistent
Name: cart_currency — used for shopping cart — expires in 14 days
Name: secure_customer_sig — used for customer login — expires in 1 year
Name: shopify_pay_redirect — checkout-related — expires in 59 minutes

Analytics & Customization Cookies

These help us understand usage and customize your experience.

NID – set by Google – 6 months
_shopify_s, _shopify_y, _y, _s – Shopify analytics – range: 30 min to 12 months

Advertising Cookies

Used for interest-based advertising and ad frequency control.

_cmp_a – Google ads tracking – 1 day
_landing_page, _orig_referrer – tracks page visits – 13 days
_shopify_sa_p, _shopify_sa_t – Shopify marketing – 29 minutes

Unclassified Cookies

Currently being categorized.

__kla_id, keep_alive, _pay_session, etc. — durations vary

Browser Cookie Management

You can manage cookies in your browser settings. For more info: Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, Opera, Internet Explorer.

Other Tracking Technologies

We may use web beacons (a.k.a. tracking pixels) to monitor traffic and email performance. These technologies may depend on cookies, so disabling cookies may impact performance.

Flash Cookies

Some features may use Flash Cookies (Local Shared Objects). You can manage these in your Flash settings panels, but disabling them might limit functionality.

Targeted Advertising

Third-party services may place cookies to show you relevant ads based on past browsing behavior. These cookies do not reveal your identity unless you provide that info directly.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Please revisit this page periodically for the latest version.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our cookie practices, contact us at:
contact@autokatools.com