Cookies
Caramel Lobster — Legal
Cookie policy.
Last updated: June 2026
This policy explains how caramellobster.com uses cookies and similar tracking technologies, what data they collect, and how you can manage your preferences.
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What are cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide information to website owners about how their site is used.
Similar technologies include pixel tags, web beacons, and local storage — these work in a similar way and are covered by this policy.
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Cookies we use
We use the following categories of cookies on caramellobster.com:
Essential cookies
Required for the website to function. These include session cookies that keep you logged in, maintain your shopping cart, and enable secure checkout. These cannot be disabled without affecting core site functionality.
Analytics cookies
Help us understand how visitors use our site — which pages are visited, how long people stay, and where they come from. We use this data in aggregate to improve our website. Provided by Shopify Analytics and Google Analytics.
Marketing and advertising cookies
Used to deliver relevant advertising on third-party platforms including Meta (Facebook and Instagram). The Meta Pixel tracks actions taken on our website — such as page views, add to cart, and purchases — to help us measure ad performance and reach people who have shown interest in our products. These cookies may track your activity across other websites.
Preference cookies
Remember your preferences and settings such as currency, region, and previously viewed products to improve your browsing experience on return visits.
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Third-party cookies
Some cookies on our site are placed by third-party services we use. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies and may use the data they collect for their own purposes. Key third parties include:
Shopify
Our ecommerce platform sets cookies for essential functionality including checkout, cart, and fraud prevention. Shopify Privacy Policy
Meta (Facebook / Instagram)
The Meta Pixel is installed on our site to measure advertising performance and support retargeting. Meta may use this data to show you ads on Facebook and Instagram. Meta Privacy Policy
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand site traffic and user behaviour. Data is collected anonymously in aggregate. Google Privacy Policy
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Managing your cookie preferences
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
Browser settings — Most browsers allow you to refuse, delete, or manage cookies through their settings. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website, including your ability to complete a purchase.
Opt out of Meta advertising — You can manage your ad preferences on Facebook and Instagram through your account settings, or opt out of interest-based advertising at youronlinechoices.com.au.
Opt out of Google Analytics — You can install the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on to prevent your data from being used by Google Analytics.
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Cookie retention
Different cookies have different lifespans. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period — typically between 30 days and 2 years depending on the cookie's purpose. You can delete cookies at any time through your browser settings.
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Changes to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time as our use of cookies changes or in response to legal requirements. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date.
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Contact
For any questions about our use of cookies, contact us at shop@caramellobster.com.
This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions.
