Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Christopher Josiah Clothing Shop ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website https://christopherjosiah.com (the "Site"), which is powered by Shopify. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

By using our Site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy. When you first visit our Site, you will be shown a cookie consent banner where you can accept or manage your cookie preferences.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, enhance user experience, and provide information to website owners.

Similar technologies we may use include:

  • Pixels/Web Beacons: Tiny transparent images embedded in web pages or emails to track activity (used by Instagram/Meta)
  • Local Storage: Data stored in your browser for site functionality
  • Session Storage: Temporary data stored during your browsing session

3. Types of Cookies We Use

a. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Site to function properly and cannot be disabled. They are set automatically by Shopify and enable core functionality such as:

  • Shopping cart and checkout functionality
  • Session management and security
  • Fraud prevention
  • Basic website operations
Cookie Name Provider Purpose Duration
_shopify_y Shopify Unique visitor tracking for analytics 1 year
_shopify_s Shopify Session tracking 30 minutes
_shopify_sa_t Shopify Marketing and referral tracking 30 minutes
_shopify_sa_p Shopify Marketing and referral tracking 30 minutes
cart Shopify Shopping cart contents 2 weeks
cart_sig Shopify Shopping cart security 2 weeks
secure_customer_sig Shopify Customer login authentication 1 year
_orig_referrer Shopify Tracks the referral source 2 weeks
_landing_page Shopify Tracks landing page 2 weeks

Legal basis: Legitimate interest — these cookies are necessary for the Site to function.

b. Performance / Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Site using Shopify's built-in analytics.They allow us to:

  • Measure the number of visitors and traffic sources
  • Identify which pages are most and least popular
  • See how visitors navigate the Site
  • Improve website performance and user experience
Cookie Name Provider Purpose Duration
_shopify_fs Shopify First visit tracking for analytics 1 year
_shopify_evids Shopify Event tracking Session
_shopify_ga Shopify Shopify and Google Analytics integration Session

Legal basis: Consent — these cookies are only set after you provide consent.

c. Marketing / Advertising Cookies — Instagram/Meta Pixel

We use the Instagram/Meta Pixel on our Site, which is integrated through Shopify. This tool allows us to:

  • Measure the effectiveness of our Instagram advertising campaigns
  • Show you relevant advertisements on Instagram and Facebook
  • Build audiences for future advertising
  • Track conversions from our social media campaigns
  • Understand how users interact with our Site after seeing our ads
Cookie Name Provider Purpose Duration
_fbp Meta/Instagram Identifies browsers for advertising 3 months
fr Meta/Instagram Advertising and analytics 3 months
_fbc Meta/Instagram Stores last click attribution 2 years

Please note: The Instagram/Meta Pixel collects information about your device, browsing activity on our Site, and actions you take (such as viewing a product or completing a purchase). This information is shared with Meta Platforms Inc. and is subject to Meta's Privacy Policy, which can be found at https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy.

Legal basis: Consent — these cookies are only set after you provide consent.

d. Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the Site to remember your choices and provide an enhanced, personalized experience, such as:

  • Remembering your currency preference
  • Remembering recently viewed products
  • Storing your preferences for future visits

Legal basis: Consent.

4. Cookie Consent

a. Consent Banner

When you first visit our Site, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner (managed through Shopify) that allows you to:

  • ✅ Accept All Cookies — enables all categories of cookies
  • ⚙️ Manage Preferences — choose which categories of cookies to allow
  • ❌ Reject Non-Essential Cookies — only strictly necessary cookies will be set

b. Changing Your Preferences

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by:

5. Managing Cookies Through Your Browser

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings:

  • Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and Other Site Data
  • Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Apple Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions → Cookies and Site Data
  • Opera: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies

⚠️ Please note: Blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our Site. Some features, such as the shopping cart and checkout process, require strictly necessary cookies to function properly.

6. Third-Party Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of certain third-party cookies using these tools:

7. Shopify and Data Processing

Our Site is built on Shopify Inc., which acts as a data processor on our behalf. Shopify may set additional cookies necessary for the operation of their platform. For more information about how Shopify uses cookies and data, please visit:

8. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, our practices, or applicable laws. The "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy will be revised when changes are made.

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:

Christopher Josiah Clothing Shop

    Last updated: July 28, 2026