Cookie Policy

Last updated: October 26, 2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are and how Hicifelt Coffee uses them on our website hicifelt.digital. We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalized content. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

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

2.1 How Cookies Work

When you visit our website, your browser receives cookies from our web servers. These cookies contain information that helps us recognize your device and improve your experience on subsequent visits. Cookies cannot access other files on your device or access personal information stored on your device.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences or filling in forms.

Purpose: Security, basic functionality, form submissions
Duration: Session or 1 year
Examples: Cookie consent, form validation, shopping cart functionality

3.2 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website performance and user experience.

Purpose: Website analytics, performance monitoring, user behavior analysis
Duration: 2 years
Examples: Google Analytics, traffic analysis, page view tracking

3.3 Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and choices.

Purpose: Personalization, user preferences, enhanced functionality
Duration: 1 year
Examples: Language preferences, display settings, location preferences

3.4 Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They also help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Purpose: Targeted advertising, marketing campaign measurement
Duration: 30 days to 1 year
Examples: Social media integration, remarketing pixels

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies on our website. These include:

4.1 Google Services

• Google Analytics: Website traffic analysis and user behavior tracking
• Google Maps: For our location page and contact information
• YouTube: Embedded videos and content

4.2 Social Media Platforms

• Facebook Pixel: Social media marketing and advertising
• Instagram Integration: Social media content embedding

5. Managing Cookies

5.1 Browser Settings

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View what cookies are stored on your device
• Delete existing cookies
• Block cookies from being set
• Block third-party cookies specifically
• Clear all cookies when you close your browser

5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

5.3 Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of specific advertising cookies using:

• Digital Advertising Alliance Opt-Out Tool
• Your Online Choices
• Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on

6. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, we display a cookie consent banner informing you about our use of cookies and asking for your consent. You can:

• Accept all cookies
• Decline non-essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences

Your preferences are stored in a cookie so we can remember your choice on future visits.

7. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, please be aware that some features of our website may not function properly:

• You may need to re-enter information more frequently
• Some website features may not be available
• Your preferences may not be saved
• Website performance may be affected
• Some content may not display correctly

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We will notify you of any significant changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Displaying a notification banner (for major changes)

9. Contact Information

If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

10. Legal Basis for Cookie Use

Our legal basis for using cookies depends on the type of cookie:

• Essential Cookies: Legitimate interest (necessary for website operation)
• Functional Cookies: Your consent or legitimate interest
• Analytics Cookies: Your consent
• Marketing Cookies: Your explicit consent

11. International Transfers

Some of our cookie partners may be located outside of India. When we use such services, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place to protect your data during international transfers, in compliance with applicable data protection laws.

12. Your Rights

Under applicable data protection laws, you have the right to:

• Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies at any time
• Request information about cookies used on our website
• Object to the use of certain types of cookies
• File a complaint with data protection authorities