Hobby Bloom
450 Atlas Dr, Nashville, TN 37211
support@hobbybloom.shop | hobbybloom.shop
Effective Date: July 17, 2026
Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Hobby Bloom uses them on hobbybloom.shop, what choices you have regarding their use, and how to manage your preferences. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides broader information about how we collect and use your personal data.
By continuing to browse and use hobbybloom.shop, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device — computer, smartphone, or tablet — when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function properly, work more efficiently, and provide information to website owners.
Cookies do not contain viruses or malicious code. They cannot access other files on your device or execute programs. Most cookies contain a unique identifier called a "cookie ID" that allows websites to recognize your browser when you return.
Similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and local storage work in a comparable way and are also covered by this policy.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or adding items to your cart.
Examples include:
- Shopping cart session cookies
- Secure checkout session management
- Cookie consent preference storage
These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information and cannot be disabled without significantly affecting website functionality.
2.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymized information about pages visited, time spent on site, error messages encountered, and how visitors arrived at the site.
We use:
- Google Analytics — to analyze website traffic and user behavior in aggregate form. Data collected is anonymized and used solely to improve our website experience.
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
Examples include:
- Remembering your preferred currency or language
- Storing items you have previously viewed
- Recognizing you as a returning visitor
2.4 Targeting & Advertising Cookies
These cookies are set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites.
We use:
- Google Ads (Google LLC) — for advertising and remarketing campaigns. Google may use this data to show you Hobby Bloom ads across the Google Display Network and Search.
- Meta Pixel (Meta Platforms, Inc.) — for Facebook and Instagram advertising and retargeting purposes.
These cookies do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device. You can opt out of interest-based advertising through the options outlined in Section 5 below.
2.5 Stripe Cookies
Our payment processor, Stripe, may set cookies to enable secure payment processing, fraud detection, and to power the Link by Stripe saved payment feature. These cookies are necessary for completing transactions and ensuring payment security.
3. Cookie Duration
Cookies can be either session cookies or persistent cookies:
- Session cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period of time or until you manually delete them
The cookies used on hobbybloom.shop have the following general durations:
| Cookie Type | Duration |
|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Session or up to 1 year |
| Analytics (Google Analytics) | Up to 2 years |
| Advertising (Google Ads) | Up to 2 years |
| Advertising (Meta Pixel) | Up to 90 days |
| Functional | Up to 1 year |
| Stripe (Payment) | Session or up to 1 year |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third parties. These third parties may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites. We do not control these third-party cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of the following partners:
- Google LLC — policies.google.com/privacy
- Meta Platforms, Inc. — www.facebook.com/privacy/policy
- Stripe, Inc. — stripe.com/privacy
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the right to accept, decline, or manage cookies at any time. Here are your options:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete cookies individually or in bulk
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all third-party cookies
- Set your browser to notify you before a cookie is placed
Instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and data stored
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website, including the ability to add items to your cart or complete a purchase.
Opt Out of Interest-Based Advertising
To opt out of interest-based advertising from our advertising partners:
- Google Ads: Visit adssettings.google.com or install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Meta (Facebook/Instagram): Visit your Facebook Ad Preferences at facebook.com/ads/preferences
- Network Advertising Initiative: Visit optout.networkadvertising.org
- Digital Advertising Alliance: Visit optout.aboutads.info
Your Privacy Choices (U.S. State Privacy Laws)
If you are a resident of California or another U.S. state with applicable privacy legislation, you may have the right to opt out of the sharing of your personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising. Please visit our Your Privacy Choices page or email us at support@hobbybloom.shop to exercise this right.
6. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no universally accepted standard for responding to DNT signals. Our website does not currently alter its behavior in response to DNT signals, but you may use the opt-out tools listed above to limit tracking.
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, changes in applicable law, or changes in our business practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
📧 Email: support@hobbybloom.shop
🌐 Website: hobbybloom.shop
📍 Address: Hobby Bloom, 450 Atlas Dr, Nashville, TN 37211, United States
This Cookie Policy is designed to comply with applicable U.S. privacy laws, EU Cookie Law (ePrivacy Directive), GDPR requirements, and Google Merchant Center and Google Ads publisher policies.