Cookie Policy

Last Updated: April 16, 2026 INTRODUCTION This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are used on the Sages Herb Store website and why. We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and provide essential functionality. WHAT ARE COOKIES? Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us remember your preferences, maintain your session, and improve your experience on our site. COOKIES WE USE 1. FUNCTIONAL COOKIES (Essential) These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. Theme Preference (localStorage) - Name: theme - Purpose: Remembers your selected theme (light, dark, or earthy mode) - Duration: Persists until manually cleared - Type: Client-side localStorage - Data stored: Theme preference string Shopping Cart (localStorage) - Name: cart - Purpose: Stores items added to your shopping cart so they persist across page refreshes and sessions - Duration: Persists until manually cleared - Type: Client-side localStorage - Data stored: Cart items (product IDs, quantities, prices) Wishlist (localStorage) - Name: wishlist - Purpose: Maintains your wishlist of items you want to purchase later - Duration: Persists until manually cleared - Type: Client-side localStorage - Data stored: Wishlist item IDs Session Cookies (NextAuth.js) - Name: nextauth.session-token, __Secure-nextauth.session-token (HTTPS only) - Purpose: Maintains your authentication session when logged in - Duration: 30 days from last activity - Type: HTTP-only secure cookie - Data stored: User ID, email, role, permissions - Security: Encrypted, secure, and HttpOnly flags enabled 2. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES We may receive cookies from third-party services that help us provide you with better service: Stripe Cookies - Purpose: Payment processing and fraud prevention - Provider: Stripe.com - Data: Payment information and transaction details - Security: PCI-DSS compliant Vercel Cookies - Purpose: Website hosting and optional analytics - Provider: Vercel.com - Data: Page views and user interactions (if analytics enabled) - Duration: Varies by analytics provider 3. ANALYTICS COOKIES (Optional) We do not currently use tracking or marketing cookies. If we implement analytics in the future, this policy will be updated to reflect that change. COOKIE MANAGEMENT How to Control Cookies You can control cookies through your browser settings: - Most browsers allow you to refuse cookies or alert you when a cookie is being sent - You can delete cookies that are already on your device - Note: Disabling functional cookies may affect website functionality Browser Settings Instructions for popular browsers: - Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data - Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data - Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data - Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Clear browsing data LOCAL STORAGE In addition to cookies, we use browser localStorage to store: - Your theme preference - Your shopping cart contents - Your wishlist You can clear localStorage through your browser's developer tools or by clearing browser data. NO CONSENT BANNER As we only use functional cookies that are essential for website operation, we do not require cookie consent. All cookies we use are necessary for the website to function properly. CONTACT US If you have questions about our cookie usage, please contact: Email: privacy@herbstore.com Support: support@herbstore.com UPDATES TO THIS POLICY We may update this Cookie Policy if we implement new features or cookies. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated "Last Updated" date.