Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Brightsable (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit https://brightsable.com (the “Site”).

This policy is designed to comply with applicable regulations and frameworks, including:

Shopify Cookie Framework
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR – EU/EEA)
UK GDPR
ePrivacy Directive
California Consumer Privacy Act / California Privacy Rights Act (CCPA/CPRA)

This Cookie Policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.

By continuing to access or use the Site, you agree to the use of cookies as described below, unless you choose to disable them through your browser settings or available consent tools.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites to:

Operate correctly
Remember user preferences
Enable shopping cart and checkout features
Analyze website performance
Enhance security
Personalize marketing and content

Cookies do not store sensitive information such as passwords or payment details.

3. How We Use Cookies

Brightsable uses cookies to:

Operate essential Shopify store functions
Support cart and checkout processes
Maintain secure user sessions
Monitor traffic and site performance
Improve marketing efforts
Integrate third-party tools such as Meta Pixel, Google Analytics 4 (GA4), and Klaviyo

Some cookies are essential for the Site to function and cannot be disabled.

4. Categories of Cookies We Use

A. Essential & Functional Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for basic website functionality.

Cookie Name	Purpose
`_shopify_y`	Shopify analytics tracking
`_shopify_s`	Session management
`cart` / `cart_sig`	Stores cart data and verifies cart integrity
`secure_customer_sig`	Secures customer login
`shopify_pay_redirect`	Enables Shop Pay redirection

Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.

B. Analytics & Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use the Site and allow us to improve performance and usability.

Common providers include:

Google Analytics 4
Shopify Analytics
Klaviyo

Visitors located in the EU/EEA and the UK may be required to provide opt-in consent before these cookies are activated.

C. Advertising & Retargeting Cookies

Advertising cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness.

Provider	Purpose
Meta Pixel	Retargeting and conversion tracking
Google Ads (if enabled)	Advertising performance measurement

These cookies may require explicit consent under GDPR and UK GDPR.

D. Preference Cookies

Preference cookies store user-selected settings, such as:

Language
Currency
Viewing preferences

These cookies are optional and can be disabled.

5. Third-Party Cookies

Certain cookies may be placed by third-party service providers, including but not limited to:

Shopify
Google Analytics 4
Meta / Facebook
Klaviyo
Payment processors (such as PayPal)

Brightsable does not control how these third parties manage their cookies.

6. Shopify Cookies

Because Brightsable operates on the Shopify platform, Shopify automatically uses cookies to:

Enable cart and checkout functionality
Detect and prevent fraudulent activity
Maintain secure browsing sessions
Provide analytics and performance insights

Shopify may process and store data on servers located in the United States or Canada.

7. Managing Cookie Preferences

You can manage cookies through your browser settings by choosing to:

Block all cookies
Block third-party cookies
Delete stored cookies
Receive notifications before cookies are placed

Please note that disabling cookies may affect:

Checkout functionality
Shopping cart features
Overall site performance

Essential cookies cannot be disabled.

8. GDPR & UK GDPR Compliance

Visitors from the EU/EEA and the United Kingdom have the right to:

Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Modify cookie preferences at any time
Withdraw consent whenever they choose

All cookie consent must be explicit, informed, and freely given.

9. CCPA / CPRA (California Residents)

California residents have the right to:

Opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal information
Request deletion of personal data
Request information about data collection practices
Understand how advertising cookies are used

Some advertising cookies may qualify as “sharing” under the CPRA.

Requests can be submitted via email at support@brightsable.com.

10. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals

At this time, Brightsable does not alter cookie behavior in response to Do Not Track (DNT) signals due to the absence of consistent industry standards.