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Cookie Policy
Effective Date: April 14, 2026 · Last Updated: April 14, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Exotic Puppy Mart LLC ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website exoticpuppymart.com (the "Site"). This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.
1.What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website owners about how users interact with their site.
First-party cookies are set directly by us. Third-party cookies are set by external service providers whose features are integrated into our Site (e.g., analytics providers).
Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a defined period or until you delete them manually.
2.Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Site to function and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality such as cart management and session state. The Site cannot operate properly without them.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| epm_cart | exoticpuppymart.com | Stores shopping cart contents between page loads | Session / localStorage | 1st party |
| __session | exoticpuppymart.com | Maintains session state and CSRF protection | Session | 1st party |
2.2 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies allow the Site to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or region) and provide enhanced, more personalized features. These cookies may be set by us or third-party providers.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| epm_prefs | exoticpuppymart.com | Stores user interface preferences (category filter, scroll position) | 30 days | 1st party |
2.3 Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with the Site — which pages are visited, how long users stay, and what content is most popular. This data helps us improve the Site experience. All analytics data is aggregated and anonymized.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number | 2 years | 3rd party |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state for Google Analytics 4 | 2 years | 3rd party |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Stores and updates unique value for each page visited | 24 hours | 3rd party |
2.4 Marketing & Advertising Cookies
At this time, Exotic Puppy Mart does not use advertising or marketing cookies on the Site. If this changes in the future, this policy will be updated and users will be notified prior to the introduction of such cookies.
3.Managing Your Cookie Preferences
3.1 You may manage your cookie preferences at any time. Please note that strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential to the functioning of the Site. Disabling other cookies may affect certain features and your experience.
3.2 To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you may install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
3.3 Browser-level cookie controls:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
For more information about cookies, visit allaboutcookies.org or aboutcookies.org.
4.Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use localStorage — a browser-based storage mechanism — to persist your shopping cart data between visits. This data is stored locally on your device, is not transmitted to our servers, and is automatically cleared when you complete or cancel your order. You may clear localStorage data at any time through your browser's developer tools or privacy settings.
5.Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in the cookies we use, applicable law, or our business practices. The updated policy will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this page regularly.
6.Contact
For questions about our use of cookies, contact us at:
Exotic Puppy Mart LLC
Email: info@exoticpuppymart.com