Cookies play a crucial role in website functionality and user experience. Here's what you need to know about Squarespace cookies:

Necessary Cookies

• Enable core website features like shopping carts and customer accounts
• Support essential functions like URL redirection and checkout processes
• Help prevent fraud and maintain security
• Cannot be disabled as they're required for basic site functionality

Analytics and Performance Cookies

• Track visitor interactions and site usage
• Collect data for Squarespace Analytics
• Monitor traffic sources and unique visitors
• Can be disabled at any time
• Duration varies from 30 minutes to 2 years

Third-Party Service Cookies

• Placed by integrated third-party services
• Three main categories:
  1. Consent mode providers (e.g., YouTube, Google)
  2. Services with own consent processes
  3. Necessary cookie providers (e.g., Weglot, Acuity)

How to Disable Non-Essential Cookies:

1. Open Visitor Cookies and Data panel
2. Uncheck Cookie Banner
3. Select "Restrict" for Non-essential Cookies
4. Save changes

Impact of Disabling Cookies:

• Less accurate analytics data
• Inflated page view counts
• Imprecise conversion tracking
• Unreliable referral attribution

Browser Cookie Management:

• View active cookies in browser settings
• Clear cookies globally or per website
• Each browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) has specific controls

Cookie Banner Implementation:

• Required by certain privacy laws
• Informs visitors about cookie usage
• Obtains consent for non-essential cookies
• Can be customized to match site design

Understanding and properly managing cookies ensures compliance with privacy regulations while maintaining optimal site functionality.

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