Cookie Policy
Last Updated: December 23, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how The Cart Critic (“the Site”) uses cookies and similar technologies.
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1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on a user’s device when visiting a website. Cookies help websites function properly and collect information about usage and performance.
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2. How We Use Cookies
The Site uses cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
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Essential functionality
To enable basic site operations and security. -
Analytics and performance
To understand how users interact with the Site, measure traffic, and improve content and functionality. -
Affiliate tracking
To properly attribute referrals and commissions through affiliate programs, including but not limited to Amazon Associates and other third-party affiliate networks.
3. Types of Cookies Used
The Site may use:
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Session cookies (expire when the browser is closed)
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Persistent cookies (remain for a set period or until deleted)
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First-party cookies (set by the Site)
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Third-party cookies (set by analytics providers or affiliate partners)
4. Third-Party Cookies
Third-party services used by the Site, such as analytics providers and affiliate networks, may place cookies on your device in accordance with their own privacy and cookie policies.
The Site does not control third-party cookie behavior.
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5. Managing Cookies
Users may control or disable cookies through their browser settings. Instructions vary by browser.
Disabling cookies may affect site functionality and the ability to track affiliate referrals.
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6. Consent
By continuing to use the Site, users consent to the use of cookies as described in this Policy.
Where required by law, additional consent mechanisms may be implemented.
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7. Changes to This Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or Site practices. Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of the current version.
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8. Contact
Questions regarding this Cookie Policy may be submitted via the Site’s Contact page.