Cookie Policy
Last updated: June 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what Cookies and similar Trackers are, how they are used on marianatang.com (the “Website”), and what rights Users have in relation to them.
This Cookie Policy should be read together with the [Privacy Policy] of this Website.
Owner and Data Controller
Mariana Tang
Website: https://marianatang.com
Contact email: contact@marianatang.com
What Are Cookies and Trackers?
Cookies are small text files stored on the User’s device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when they visit a website. Cookies allow the website to recognise the User’s device and remember certain information across pages or between visits.
Trackers is a broader term that includes Cookies as well as other technologies, such as pixel tags, web beacons, unique identifiers, and embedded scripts, that enable the tracking of Users by accessing or storing information on the User’s device.
Unless stated otherwise, references to Cookies in this Cookie Policy also apply to other Trackers used on this Website.
How This Website Uses Cookies
This Website uses Cookies for the following purposes:
- To ensure the Website and online shop function correctly (essential cookies)
- To analyse how visitors use the Website and improve it (analytics cookies, only with consent)
- To enable social media sharing features (third-party cookies, only with consent)
Types of Cookies Used on This Website
1. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These Cookies are necessary for the Website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions made by the User, such as adding items to a shopping cart or filling in forms. Without these Cookies, the services requested by the User cannot be provided.
Essential Cookies do not require the User’s consent.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| woocommerce_cart_hash | WooCommerce | Identifies the shopping cart session | Session |
| woocommerce_items_in_cart | WooCommerce | Tracks items added to the cart | Session |
| wp_woocommerce_session_* | WooCommerce | Maintains the User’s session and cart data | 2 days |
| cookieyes-consent | CookieYes | Stores the User’s cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
2. Analytics Cookies
These Cookies allow the Website to count visits and understand how Users interact with it, so that performance can be measured and improved. All information collected by these Cookies is aggregated and therefore anonymous.
Analytics Cookies are only activated after the User has given their consent via the cookie banner.
Google Analytics 4
Provider: Google Ireland Limited (Gordon House, Barrow Street, Dublin 4, Ireland)
Purpose: To monitor and analyse website traffic, User behaviour, and session statistics
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
_ga | Distinguishes unique Users | 2 years |
_ga_* | Stores and counts page views for a specific property | 2 years |
_gid | Distinguishes unique Users (short-term) | 24 hours |
_gat | Throttles request rate to Google Analytics | 1 minute |
Data collected by Google Analytics may be transferred to Google’s servers in the United States. Google LLC is certified under the EU-US Data Privacy Framework.
For more information, see Google’s Privacy Policy.
Users may opt out of Google Analytics at any time by:
- Adjusting cookie preferences via the cookie banner on this Website
- Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
3. Social Media Cookies (Third-Party)
These Cookies are set by social media platforms whose share or follow buttons are embedded on this Website. They may track the User’s browsing activity across other websites and build a profile of their interests.
Social media Cookies are only activated after the User has given their consent via the cookie banner.
Instagram (Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd.)
Purpose: Enables the Instagram follow/share button and may track User interactions for Meta’s advertising purposes.
Privacy Policy: privacycenter.instagram.com
Patreon
Purpose: Enables the Patreon follow/share button and may track User interactions.
Privacy Policy: patreon.com/privacy
ArtStation
Purpose: Enables the ArtStation follow/share button.
Privacy Policy: artstation.com/privacy
How to Manage Cookie Preferences
Cookie Banner
When visiting this Website for the first time, a cookie banner will be displayed. Users can choose to accept or reject non-essential Cookies (analytics and social media Cookies) via this banner.
Cookie preferences can be changed or withdrawn at any time by accessing the cookie settings on this Website.
Browser Settings
Users may also control or delete Cookies through their browser settings. Most browsers allow Users to:
- View Cookies that have been set
- Allow, block, or delete Cookies from specific websites
- Block all third-party Cookies
Please note that disabling Cookies may affect the functionality of this Website and the online shop. For guidance on managing Cookies in specific browsers:
Opting Out of Third-Party Tracking
Users may also opt out of interest-based advertising and third-party tracking through:
Further Information
For more information about how Personal Data is collected and processed on this Website, please refer to the [Privacy Policy].
For any questions or requests regarding this Cookie Policy, please contact:
Mariana Tang
Website: https://marianatang.com
Email: contact@marianatang.com
Changes to This Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy may be updated from time to time to reflect changes in the Cookies used on this Website or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. Users are encouraged to check this page periodically. The date of the last update is indicated at the top of this page.
Definitions
Cookie A small set of data stored in the User’s browser when visiting a website.
Tracker Any technology including Cookies, pixel tags, web beacons, unique identifiers, and embedded scripts that enables the tracking of Users by accessing or storing information on the User’s device.
Essential Cookie A Cookie strictly necessary for the Website to function. These do not require User consent.
Third-Party Cookie A Cookie set by a domain other than the Website being visited, typically by embedded services such as analytics tools or social media platforms.
User The individual visiting and using this Website.
This Cookie Policy relates solely to marianatang.com, unless otherwise stated.