Cookie Policy

How We Use Cookies

Learn about the cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.

Last updated: January 2025

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better experience by remembering your preferences, keeping you logged in, and helping us understand how you use our platform.

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them on WheelShift, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

Required for basic website functionality

Examples:

  • Authentication and login status
  • Shopping cart contents
  • Language preferences
  • Security features
Required
Analytics Cookies

Help us understand how visitors use our site

Examples:

  • Page view statistics
  • User behavior patterns
  • Performance metrics
  • Error tracking
Optional
Functional Cookies

Remember your preferences and settings

Examples:

  • Display preferences
  • Location settings
  • Recently viewed items
  • Saved searches
Optional
Marketing Cookies

Used to deliver relevant advertisements

Examples:

  • Ad personalization
  • Social media integration
  • Cross-site tracking
  • Remarketing campaigns
Optional

Specific Cookies We Use

Cookie NamePurposeDurationType
ws_sessionMaintains your login sessionSessionEssential
ws_preferencesStores your site preferences1 yearFunctional
_gaGoogle Analytics tracking2 yearsAnalytics
ws_marketingAd personalization30 daysMarketing

Third-Party Cookies

We also use cookies from trusted third-party services to enhance your experience:

Google Analytics

Helps us understand how visitors interact with our website so we can improve it.Learn more about Google's privacy policy

Social Media Platforms

When you share content on social media or use social login features, those platforms may set their own cookies.

Payment Processors

Our payment partners may use cookies to process transactions securely and prevent fraud.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Cookie Settings on WheelShift

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using our cookie settings panel:

Browser Settings

You can also control cookies through your browser settings:

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

Note: Disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website.

Opt-out Links

You can opt out of certain third-party cookies:

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable law. We will notify you of material changes by posting the updated policy on our website and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.

Questions About Cookies?

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

Email
privacy@wheelshift.com

For more information about our data practices, please see our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.