Last updated: 10/11/2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Star Empire Comics (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website [www.starempirecomics.com] (“the Site”).
It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, phone, tablet) when you visit a website.
They help the website recognize your device, remember your preferences, and improve performance and functionality.
Some cookies are essential to make the website work, while others help us understand how visitors use our site or personalize your experience.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on our site:
a) Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the site to function properly.
They enable core features such as:
Shopping cart and checkout process (WooCommerce)
Account login and security
Payment processing and fraud prevention
Without these cookies, certain features (like adding items to your cart or logging into your account) will not work.
Examples:woocommerce_cart_hash, woocommerce_items_in_cart, wp_woocommerce_session_*, wordpress_logged_in_*
b) Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect anonymous information about how visitors use our site — for example, which pages are most popular and how long visitors stay.
This helps us improve website design and performance.
We use Google Analytics for this purpose.
Examples:_ga, _gid, _gat (Google Analytics cookies)
Google Analytics may transfer anonymized data outside the EEA in compliance with EU Standard Contractual Clauses.
For details, see Google’s Privacy Policy.
c) Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow our site to remember your preferences, such as:
Saved cart contents
Chosen currency or language
Login details (if you opt to stay signed in)
They make your shopping and browsing experience smoother but are not strictly necessary.
d) Marketing and Advertising Cookies
We may use these cookies to:
Track how you arrived at our site (e.g., via social media or ads)
Measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
Display relevant offers or content
We currently do not run extensive third-party ads, but if we use services like Facebook Pixel or Google Ads in the future, you will be notified and asked for consent before those cookies are set.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages, such as:
Payment processors: PayPal, Revolut, Stripe
Analytics: Google Analytics
Email marketing tools: Mailchimp (if you subscribe to our newsletter)
Embedded content: YouTube, Instagram, or other social media embeds
These providers may use cookies according to their own privacy policies.
We do not control these cookies directly.
4. How Long Cookies Are Stored
Session cookies expire automatically when you close your browser.
Persistent cookies remain on your device until deleted or expired (usually 6–24 months).
You can delete cookies from your browser at any time.
5. Managing or Disabling Cookies
You have full control over cookies.
Browser Settings
You can block, delete, or manage cookies through your browser settings.
Each browser’s process is slightly different:
Firefox
If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly (for example, checkout or login).
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our site, you will see a cookie consent banner.
You can accept or reject non-essential cookies.
Your preferences will be stored in a consent cookie so we remember your choices.
6. Updating This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect new technologies or legal requirements.
The updated version will always include the “Last updated” date at the top of this page.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about how we use cookies or other tracking technologies, please contact:
Star Empire Comics
Email: Contact@Starempirecomics.com
Website: Starempirecomics.com
