Cookies Policy

At Sipping Viking, we use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and improve our website’s functionality. This policy explains how we use cookies and how you can manage them.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us recognize your device, remember your preferences, and understand how you interact with our site. Cookies do not harm your device and do not contain viruses.

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features like:

• Shopping cart functionality (WooCommerce)
• User authentication and account access
• Security features
• Session management

These cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for the website to work.

2. Functional Cookies

These cookies help us provide enhanced functionality and personalization:

• Language preferences
• Location settings (for local delivery options)
• Recently viewed products
• Form auto-fill information

3. Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website:

• Google Analytics — Tracks page views, session duration, and user journeys
• Site performance monitoring
• Error tracking

Data collected is anonymized and used only to improve our website.

4. Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track ad performance:

• Google Ads — Remarketing and conversion tracking
• Facebook/Meta Pixel — Ad targeting and analytics
• Instagram advertising

Third-Party Cookies

We use services from the following third parties that may place cookies on your device:

• WordPress: Our website platform. Privacy Policy
• WooCommerce: Our e-commerce platform. Privacy Policy
• Google (Analytics & Ads): Analytics and advertising. Privacy Policy | Ad Settings
• Facebook/Meta: Social media and advertising. Privacy Policy
• Square: Payment processing. Privacy Policy
• PayPal: Payment processing. Privacy Policy

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control or disable cookies in your browser settings. Here’s how:

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

You can also opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner. By clicking “Accept All” or continuing to use our site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your preferences through the cookie settings at any time.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business operations. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.

Contact Information

For any questions regarding our use of cookies:

Email: info@sippingviking.ca
In Person: Sudbury Market, Saturdays 9am–2pm