Cookies Policy

Last updated: April 8, 2025

This Cookies Policy explains how Plugwise (“we”, “us”, and “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit or interact with our website at www.plugwise.shop (“the Site”). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your choices regarding them.

By using our Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you have disabled them through your browser settings.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) by your browser when you visit a website. They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences (such as login, language, cart contents, and other settings) over a period of time so that you don’t have to re-enter them whenever you return.

Cookies may be set by us (first-party cookies) or by third-party providers whose services we use (third-party cookies).

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Site to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are typically set in response to actions made by you, such as logging in, setting privacy preferences, or filling in forms.

Examples:

WooCommerce shopping cart functionality
WordPress login session management

2. Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how you use our Site, such as which pages you visit and if you experience any errors. This data helps us improve our website performance and understand user behavior.

Examples:

Google Analytics
WooCommerce statistics reports

3. Functional Cookies

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers.

Examples:

Remembering your preferred language or currency
Saving items in your cart for later

4. Advertising and Targeting Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver ads that are relevant to you and your interests. They may also limit the number of times you see an ad and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Examples:

Facebook Pixel
Google Ads Remarketing Tags

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our site are placed by trusted third-party services, including:

Google Analytics
Meta (Facebook)
Pinterest Ads
Email marketing services
WooCommerce plugin extensions

These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities across different websites. We do not control how these third-party cookies operate, and their use is subject to their own privacy policies.

Your Choices and Control Over Cookies

You can control and/or delete cookies as you wish. Here’s how:

Browser settings: Most web browsers allow you to manage cookie preferences through their settings. You can usually delete existing cookies, block future cookies, or be notified when cookies are being placed.
Opt-out tools: Some third-party services offer direct opt-out options for tracking cookies (e.g., Google Ads Settings).
Global Privacy Control (GPC): Our site recognizes GPC signals. If you use a browser that sends this signal, we treat it as a valid request to opt out of the sale or sharing of your data for advertising purposes.

Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality and features of our Site. Some pages and services may not work properly without them.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy to reflect changes to our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. When we do, we will revise the “Last updated” date above. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.