COOKIE POLICY
COOKIE POLICY
Understanding how we use cookies to enhance your experience
LAST UPDATED: November 6, 2025
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide a better user experience.
This Cookie Policy explains how Vastara ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website vastara.online (the "Site").
🍪 By using our Site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy.
Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, understand how you use our Site, and improve our services. Cookies help us:
✓ Remember your preferences and settings
✓ Keep you logged in to your account
✓ Remember items in your shopping cart
✓ Understand which pages you visit most often
✓ Provide personalized content and recommendations
✓ Analyze site traffic and usage patterns
✓ Deliver targeted advertising
✓ Prevent fraudulent activity and improve security
Types of Cookies We Use
We use different types of cookies for various purposes. Here's a breakdown:
1. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
Required for the Site to function properly
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
Examples:
- Authentication cookies (keep you logged in)
- Security cookies (prevent fraud)
- Shopping cart cookies (remember your cart items)
- Session cookies (maintain your session)
⚠️ Cannot be disabled - Required for site functionality
2. Performance & Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors use our Site
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our Site. They help us understand which pages are most and least popular and see how visitors move around the Site.
Examples:
- Google Analytics (visitor statistics)
- Shopify Analytics (e-commerce insights)
- Heat mapping tools (user behavior tracking)
- Page load time monitoring
✓ Can be disabled - No personal data shared
3. Functional Cookies
Enhance functionality and personalization
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
Examples:
- Language preferences
- Currency selection
- Recently viewed products
- Personalized recommendations
- Live chat functionality
✓ Can be disabled - May affect site functionality
4. Targeting & Advertising Cookies
Deliver relevant advertisements
These cookies may be set through our Site by our advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.
Examples:
- Facebook Pixel (retargeting ads)
- Google Ads (display advertising)
- Instagram Ads (social media advertising)
- Email remarketing campaigns
✓ Can be disabled - You'll see less relevant ads
5. Social Media Cookies
Enable social sharing features
These cookies are set by social media services that we have added to the Site to enable you to share our content with your friends and networks. They are capable of tracking your browser across other sites and building a profile of your interests.
Examples:
- Facebook social plugins
- Instagram feed integration
- Pinterest "Pin It" button
- Twitter share button
✓ Can be disabled - Social sharing features won't work
How Long Do Cookies Last?
Cookies can be temporary or permanent depending on their purpose:
Session Cookies (Temporary)
These cookies are temporary and expire when you close your browser. They are used to remember your actions during a single browsing session, such as items in your shopping cart.
Duration: Until browser is closed
Persistent Cookies (Permanent)
These cookies remain on your device for a set period (from days to years) or until you manually delete them. They are used to remember your preferences and settings for future visits.
Duration: 30 days to 2 years (varies by cookie)
Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we also use third-party cookies from trusted partners to enhance your experience:
Our Third-Party Partners:
Google Analytics
Website traffic analysis and user behavior insights
Shopify
E-commerce platform functionality and analytics
Facebook/Meta
Social media integration and targeted advertising
Payment Processors
Secure payment processing and fraud prevention
Email Marketing Services
Newsletter delivery and email campaign tracking
Note: These third-party services may set their own cookies and have their own privacy policies. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use your data.
How to Manage Cookies
You have several options to control or limit how cookies are used on your device:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View cookies stored on your device
- Delete all or specific cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Set your browser to alert you when cookies are being sent
Browser-Specific Instructions:
Google Chrome
Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox
Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
Microsoft Edge
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies
⚠️ Important:
If you choose to disable or block cookies, some parts of our Site may not function properly. You may not be able to add items to your shopping cart, proceed to checkout, or use certain features that require you to be logged in.
Opt-Out of Targeted Advertising
If you want to opt out of targeted advertising, you can use these industry resources:
Network Advertising Initiative (NAI)
Opt out of targeted ads from NAI members
optout.networkadvertising.orgDigital Advertising Alliance (DAA)
Control interest-based advertising across websites
optout.aboutads.infoNote: Opting out of targeted advertising doesn't mean you'll see fewer ads—just that they won't be personalized based on your browsing behavior.
Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you don't want your online activity tracked.
Currently, there is no industry standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. At this time, our Site does not respond to DNT signals from browsers. We will continue to monitor industry developments regarding DNT and may implement such standards in the future.
However, you can still control cookies through your browser settings and opt-out mechanisms as described above.
Cookies on Mobile Devices
Mobile devices also use cookies and similar technologies. You can manage these through your device settings:
iOS Devices (iPhone/iPad)
Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies
You can also enable "Prevent Cross-Site Tracking" for additional privacy.
Android Devices
Settings → Privacy → Clear browsing data
Or in Chrome: Menu → Settings → Site settings → Cookies
Advertising IDs
Mobile devices have advertising identifiers that work similarly to cookies:
- iOS: Settings → Privacy → Tracking → Disable "Allow Apps to Request to Track"
- Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
Your Rights & Choices
Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding cookies and your personal data:
Right to Access: You can request information about the cookies we use
Right to Withdraw Consent: You can change your cookie preferences at any time
Right to Object: You can object to certain types of cookie processing
Right to Complain: You can file a complaint with your local data protection authority
GDPR Compliance: If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), we comply with GDPR requirements regarding cookies and consent. We will not set non-essential cookies without your explicit consent.
Children's Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children through cookies or any other means.
If you are a parent or guardian and believe your child has provided us with personal information, please contact us immediately at support@vastara.online, and we will delete such information from our systems.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or for other operational reasons.
When we make changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
If we make material changes to this policy, we may notify you by email or by posting a prominent notice on our Site.
Learn More About Cookies
If you'd like to learn more about cookies and how they work, here are some helpful resources:
AllAboutCookies.org
Comprehensive information about cookies and how to control them
YourOnlineChoices.eu
Information for EU residents about behavioral advertising
International Chamber of Commerce (ICC)
Cookie Guide for businesses and consumers
Questions About Cookies?
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please don't hesitate to contact us.
CONTACT US
Email: support@vastara.online
Website: vastara.online
We're here to help and will respond within 24-48 hours
YOUR CONSENT
By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy and consent to our use of cookies as described herein. You can withdraw your consent at any time by managing your cookie preferences through your browser settings.
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