Cookie Policy
Last updated: June 21, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Earth Animal Ventures, Inc. (“Earth Animal,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit earthanimal.com (the “Site”). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They help the site remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and enable certain features to work properly. Some cookies are essential for the site to function, while others help us improve your experience or deliver relevant advertising.
We use several types of tracking technologies:
Cookies: Small text files stored in your browser
Pixels/Web Beacons: Tiny transparent images that track page views and conversions
Local Storage: Data stored in your browser that persists after you close it
Session Storage: Temporary data cleared when you close your browser
Your Consent
When you first visit our Site, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences by category. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the Site to function. You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in our website footer.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are required for the Site to function and cannot be disabled. They enable core features like shopping cart, checkout, account login, and security.
|
Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
Provider |
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_shopify_s |
Session tracking for shopping cart and checkout |
30 minutes |
Shopify |
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_shopify_y |
Persistent user tracking across sessions |
1 year |
Shopify |
|
cart |
Stores shopping cart contents |
2 weeks |
Shopify |
|
cart_sig |
Cart signature for security |
2 weeks |
Shopify |
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cart_ts |
Cart timestamp |
2 weeks |
Shopify |
|
checkout_token |
Checkout session identifier |
1 year |
Shopify |
|
secure_customer_sig |
Customer authentication |
1 year |
Shopify |
|
storefront_digest |
Store access verification |
1 year |
Shopify |
|
_tracking_consent |
Stores your cookie consent preferences |
1 year |
Shopify |
|
_cmp_a |
Cookie consent management |
1 year |
Shopify |
2. Analytics Cookies (Performance)
These cookies help us understand how visitors use our Site by collecting information about page views, traffic sources, and user behavior. We use this data solely to improve Site performance and content — we do not sell this data or use it to identify you for advertising purposes.
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Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
Provider |
|
_ga |
Distinguishes unique users for Google Analytics |
2 years |
|
|
ga* |
Maintains session state for GA4 |
2 years |
|
|
_gid |
Distinguishes users for 24-hour tracking |
24 hours |
|
|
_gat |
Throttles request rate to Google Analytics |
1 minute |
|
|
gac* |
Contains campaign-related information |
90 days |
|
3. Marketing Cookies (Advertising)
These cookies track browsing activity to help us deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness. They are set by us or by third-party advertising partners. This tracking helps us understand which ads bring people to our Site and improve our advertising. We do not sell your personal information to these advertising partners; we use these cookies to reach our own potential customers across platforms.
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Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
Provider |
|
_fbp |
Facebook Pixel — tracks visits for ad targeting |
3 months |
Meta |
|
_fbc |
Facebook click identifier from ad links |
3 months |
Meta |
|
fr |
Facebook advertising and analytics |
3 months |
Meta |
|
_gcl_au |
Google Ads conversion linker |
90 days |
|
|
_gcl_aw |
Google Ads click tracking |
90 days |
|
|
IDE |
Google DoubleClick advertising |
1 year |
|
|
NID |
Google advertising preferences |
6 months |
|
|
_ttp |
TikTok Pixel — tracks visits for ad targeting |
13 months |
TikTok |
|
_tt_enable_cookie |
TikTok cookie consent check |
13 months |
TikTok |
|
tt_pixel_session_index |
TikTok session tracking for ad attribution |
Session |
TikTok |
|
tt_sessionId |
TikTok session identifier |
Session |
TikTok |
4. Functional Cookies (Preferences)
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences, enabling email signup forms, and powering features like product reviews and customer support chat.
|
Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
Provider |
|
__kla_id |
Klaviyo email marketing identification |
2 years |
Klaviyo |
|
_ok |
Okendo reviews widget functionality |
1 year |
Okendo |
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_okbk |
Okendo buyer key for verified reviews |
1 year |
Okendo |
|
__zdnc* |
Zendesk chat widget preferences |
1 year |
Zendesk |
|
recently_viewed |
Stores recently viewed products |
Session |
Shopify |
|
_shopify_sa_t |
Shopify analytics referrer tracking |
30 minutes |
Shopify |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. For more information, please refer to the respective third-party privacy policies:
• Google Analytics: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Meta (Facebook/Instagram): https://www.facebook.com/privacy/policy
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/legal/privacy-policy
• Klaviyo: https://www.klaviyo.com/legal/privacy
• Shopify: https://www.shopify.com/legal/privacy
• Zendesk: https://www.zendesk.com/company/privacy-and-data-protection
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
On Our Site
Click the “Cookie Settings” link in our website footer at any time to update your preferences.
In Your Browser
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find these options in the “Privacy” or “Security” section of your browser preferences:
• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
• Edge: Settings → Privacy, Search and Services → Cookies
Note: Blocking all cookies may affect Site functionality, including your ability to make purchases.
Opt-Out Tools
You can also opt out of certain tracking through these tools:
• Google Analytics Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
• Digital Advertising Alliance: https://optout.aboutads.info
• Network Advertising Initiative: https://optout.networkadvertising.org
• Your Online Choices (EU): https://www.youronlinechoices.eu
Do Not Track & Global Privacy Control
We honor the Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal. If your browser sends a GPC signal, we will treat it as a request to opt out of the sale or sharing of your personal information for targeted advertising purposes, as required by applicable state laws including the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA).
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. We will post the updated policy on this page with a new “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: customerservice@earthanimal.com
Phone: 855-326-4625
Mail: Earth Animal, 230 East Ave. Suite 104, Norwalk, CT 06855