Cookie Policy
Last updated: April 13, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how they are used on the Tia Pureza website (tiapureza.pt), and how users can manage their preferences, in accordance with Regulation (EU) No. 2016/679 (GDPR), Directive 2002/58/EC (ePrivacy Directive), and Law No. 41/2004, of August 18, as amended.
1. WHAT ARE COOKIES
Cookies are small text files stored on the user's device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when visiting a website. These files allow the device to be recognized, improve navigation, save preferences, and collect statistical information.
Cookies may constitute personal data when, alone or in combination with other information, they allow the identification of a natural person. In such cases, the GDPR and Portuguese data protection legislation (Law No. 58/2019, of August 8) apply.
2. LEGAL BASIS FOR THE USE OF COOKIES
The use of cookies on this website is based on the following legal grounds, in accordance with Article 6 of the GDPR and Article 13-A of Law No. 41/2004:
- Strictly necessary cookies: legitimate interest of the data controller (Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR) — do not require consent.
- Analytical, personalization, and marketing cookies: explicit and free consent of the user (Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR) — only activated after consent.
3. TYPES OF COOKIES USED
3.1 Strictly necessary cookies
Essential for the functioning of the website. They cannot be deactivated because the site would not function correctly without them. They do not require consent.
| Cookie | Controller | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _shopify_session | Shopify Inc. | User session management | Session |
| _shopify_y | Shopify Inc. | Unique user identification | 1 year |
| cart | Shopify Inc. | Shopping cart maintenance | 2 weeks |
| secure_customer_sig | Shopify Inc. | Secure customer authentication | 20 years |
| localization | Shopify Inc. | Language/currency preferences | 1 year |
| cookieyes-consent | Cookie banner | Consent preference record | 1 year |
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(f) of the GDPR — legitimate interest
3.2 Personalization cookies
Allow customizing the browsing experience based on previous user choices. Only activated with consent.
| Cookie | Controller | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _shopify_sa_p | Shopify Inc. | Marketing and referral analysis | 30 minutes |
| _shopify_sa_t | Shopify Inc. | Marketing and referral analysis | 30 minutes |
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR — user consent
3.3 Analytical cookies
Allow analyzing user behavior on the website. Only activated with consent.
| Cookie | Controller | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google LLC | User distinction (Google Analytics) | 2 years |
| _gid | Google LLC | User distinction (Google Analytics) | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google LLC | Request rate limiting | 1 minute |
| _ga_* | Google LLC | Session state persistence (GA4) | 2 years |
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR — user consent
Note: Google Analytics may transfer data to servers in the USA, under standard contractual clauses approved by the European Commission (Article 46 of the GDPR).
3.4 Marketing and advertising cookies
Used to display relevant advertisements. Only activated with consent.
| Cookie | Controller | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _shopify_fs | Shopify Inc. | First visit tracking | Session |
| _landing_page | Shopify Inc. | Landing page tracking | 30 minutes |
| _orig_referrer | Shopify Inc. | User origin tracking | 30 minutes |
Legal basis: Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR — user consent
4. DURATION OF COOKIES
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies — automatically deleted when closing the browser
- Persistent cookies — remain on the device for a defined period, with a maximum of 24 months for analytical and marketing cookies
5. INTERNATIONAL TRANSFERS
Some cookies are set by providers located outside the European Economic Area (EEA), namely Google LLC (USA) and Shopify Inc. (Canada/USA). These transfers are carried out under adequacy decisions of the European Commission and/or standard contractual clauses (Article 46 of the GDPR).
6. CONSENT AND PREFERENCE MANAGEMENT
Non-essential cookies are only activated after the user's explicit, free, specific, and informed consent, in accordance with Article 6(1)(a) of the GDPR and Article 13-A of Law No. 41/2004.
The user can, at any time:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject all non-essential cookies
- Individually configure their preferences by category
- Withdraw the consent given, through the cookie management icon available in the website footer
The withdrawal of consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing carried out previously. The refusal of non-essential cookies does not compromise the essential functioning of the website.
7. MANAGEMENT THROUGH THE BROWSER
The user can also manage or delete cookies directly in their browser settings:
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Options → Privacy and Security
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services
Attention: Disabling cookies through the browser may affect the functioning of some essential website features, including the shopping cart and authentication.
8. CONSENT RECORDING
Tia Pureza maintains a record of the consent preferences expressed by users, including the date, time, and choices made, in compliance with the accountability principle set out in Article 5(2) of the GDPR. These records may be made available to the CNPD in case of an audit or inspection.
9. RELATIONSHIP WITH THE PRIVACY POLICY
This Cookie Policy complements Tia Pureza's Privacy Policy, available at tiapureza.pt, which contains detailed information about the processing of personal data, data subject rights, and contact details of the data controller.
10. CHANGES TO THE COOKIE POLICY
Tia Pureza may update this policy whenever necessary. Relevant changes will be communicated through a notice on the website. The most recent version will always be available at tiapureza.pt, with an indication of the last update date.
11. CONTACT
Data controller: Rui Félix Oliveira de Almeida — Sole Proprietor
Email: info@tiapureza.pt
Address: Apartado 9 EC Aveiro 3811-901 Aveiro Portugal
You can also file a complaint with the competent supervisory authority:
Comissão Nacional de Proteção de Dados (CNPD)
www.cnpd.pt | Rua de São Bento, 148-3.º, 1200-821 Lisboa