Cookies Policy
Cookies Policy
Effective date: August 25, 2025
1. WHO WE ARE
1.1. This Cookies Policy explains how cookies and similar technologies are used on www.vibe-skins.com (the “Site”).
1.2. Operator & Data Controller: PROTECT YOUR SERVICES LTD, Dept 6148, 43 Owston Road, Carcroft, Doncaster, United Kingdom, DN6 8DA. Contact: info@vibe-skins.com.
2. WHAT ARE COOKIES?
2.1. Cookies are small text files placed on your device to store data. Similar technologies include SDKs, pixels, local storage and device IDs.
2.2. Cookies can be “session” (deleted when you close your browser) or “persistent” (stored until they expire or you delete them).
3. WHY WE USE COOKIES
3.1. To operate and secure the Site (e.g., sign‑in, fraud prevention).
3.2. To remember choices (e.g., currency preference).
3.3. With your consent, to measure Site usage (analytics) and to show relevant offers (marketing).
4. YOUR CHOICES & CONSENT
4.1. On your first visit, we ask for your consent for non‑essential cookies via a banner. You can change or withdraw consent at any time using the “Cookie Settings” link (typically in the footer).
4.2. Strictly necessary cookies do not require consent under PECR/UK GDPR.
4.3. You can also control cookies through your browser settings (see section 9).
5. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE
5.1. Strictly necessary: required for the Site to work (e.g., session management, security, load balancing, payment flow).
5.2. Functional: remember your preferences (e.g., language, currency, display).
5.3. Analytics: help us understand usage to improve the Site (aggregated metrics).
5.4. Marketing: help show relevant offers and measure campaign performance.
6. COOKIES WE USE (ILLUSTRATIVE LIST)
6.1. The specific cookies and their lifetimes may change over time. The cookie banner/settings panel shows the most current list. Typical examples are listed below.
7. INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS
7.1. Some providers may process data outside the UK/EEA. Where transfers occur, we rely on adequacy decisions or appropriate safeguards (e.g., IDTA or SCCs with UK Addendum) and supplementary measures as needed.
8. RETENTION
8.1. Strictly necessary cookies are kept for the session or up to 12 months.
8.2. Functional cookies are typically kept up to 12 months.
8.3. Analytics and marketing cookies are typically kept up to 13 months (provider‑dependent).
9. MANAGING COOKIES IN YOUR BROWSER
9.1. Most browsers let you refuse cookies or delete them. The methods vary by browser; see your browser’s help pages. Blocking essential cookies may impact Site functionality.
10. DO NOT TRACK
10.1. Some browsers offer “Do Not Track” (DNT). Our Site does not respond to DNT signals. Use the cookie settings to control optional cookies.
11. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY
11.1. We may update this Policy. Changes apply from the Effective date above unless stated otherwise.
12. CONTACT
12.1. Questions: info@vibe-skins.com
12.2. Postal: PROTECT YOUR SERVICES LTD, Dept 6148, 43 Owston Road, Carcroft, Doncaster, United Kingdom, DN6 8DA.
13. LINKS
13.1. For how we process personal data, see our Privacy Policy on the Site.
Cookie Table:
| Cookie name | Purpose | Provider | Type | Duration |
| cookie_consent | Stores your cookie consent choices | vibe-skins.com | Strictly necessary | 6 months |
| session_id | Maintains your session after login and enhances security | vibe-skins.com | Strictly necessary | Session |
| currency | Remembers your preferred display currency (USD/EUR/AUD/CAD) | vibe-skins.com | Functional | 30 days |
| analytics_id | Analytics to understand how visitors use the Site | Analytics provider | Analytics | Up to 13 months |
| marketing_id | Helps show relevant offers and measure campaigns | Marketing partner | Marketing | Up to 13 months |
Note: The cookie banner/settings panel on the Site reflects the current providers and lifetimes. This table is an example and may be updated.
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