Cookie Policy
Effective: April 21, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Shopwalk Inc. ("Shopwalk," "we," "us") uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit shopwalk.com and its subdomains.
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device by your web browser. They help websites remember information about your visit, like your preferences and session state. Cookies can be "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent" cookies (remain until they expire or you delete them).
Cookies we use
Strictly necessary cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function. They cannot be disabled.
- sw_partner_session — Partner portal session. httpOnly, secure, SameSite=Lax. 30 days.
- sw_account_session — Account (shopper) session. httpOnly, secure, SameSite=Lax. 30 days.
- sw_affiliate_session — Affiliate portal session. httpOnly, secure, SameSite=Lax. 30 days.
- sw_cookie_consent — Records your cookie consent preference. 1 year.
All session cookies are httpOnly — they cannot be read by JavaScript and are only sent over HTTPS. We do not use session cookies for tracking or advertising.
Analytics cookies
We use Google Analytics (GA4) to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies are only set if you accept analytics cookies via the consent banner.
- _ga — Distinguishes unique users. 2 years.
- _ga_* — Maintains session state. 2 years.
Analytics data is aggregated and anonymized. We do not use Google Analytics for advertising or cross-site tracking. IP addresses are anonymized before storage.
Affiliate tracking cookies
If you arrive at Shopwalk via an affiliate link, we set a cookie to attribute your visit:
- sw_affiliate_ref — Affiliate code and click ID. 30 days.
This cookie is only set when you click an affiliate link. It is used solely to calculate affiliate commissions and does not track your activity across other websites.
Cookies we do NOT use
Shopwalk does not use advertising cookies, retargeting pixels, social media tracking cookies, or any third-party cookies for serving personalized ads. We do not sell or share cookie data with advertisers.
Managing your preferences
When you first visit shopwalk.com, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can accept all cookies or accept only strictly necessary cookies. You can change your preference at any time by clearing your browser cookies.
You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Note that blocking strictly necessary cookies may prevent you from signing in.
Third-party services
Cloudflare provides content delivery and security for shopwalk.com. Cloudflare may set cookies (e.g., __cf_bm) for bot detection. These are strictly necessary for security and cannot be disabled.
Updates
We may update this policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact
Questions about cookies? Email [email protected].