This policy explains which cookies Napoleon Empire uses, why, and how you can control them. In accordance with GDPR (EU), the ePrivacy Directive, CCPA (California) and similar laws worldwide, we request your consent before placing any non-essential cookies.
1. What is a cookie?
A cookie is a small text file stored on your device by your browser when you visit a website. It allows information to be remembered between visits or your browser to be identified within a session. Cookies do not contain viruses and cannot access your personal files.
2. Cookies we use
2.1 Essential cookies (always active)
These cookies are necessary for the site to function and cannot be disabled.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
empire-napoleon-consent-v2 | Napoleon Empire | Stores your cookie consent preferences | localStorage | 12 months |
2.2 Analytics cookies (consent required)
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the site in order to improve content. They are only placed if you have consented to the "Analytics" category.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
_ga, _ga_* | Google Analytics | Session and user distinction, audience measurement | Cookie | 13 months |
_gid | Google Analytics | User distinction over 24 hours | Cookie | 24 hours |
2.3 Advertising cookies (consent required)
These cookies allow relevant advertising to be displayed. They are managed by third parties (Google AdSense) and only placed if you have consented to the "Advertising" category.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
IDE | Google DoubleClick | Targeted advertising and ad performance measurement | 3rd party cookie | 13 months |
DSID | Google DoubleClick | Identifier for personalised ads | 3rd party cookie | 2 weeks |
test_cookie | Google DoubleClick | Checks that cookies are supported | 3rd party cookie | Session |
3. Third-party cookies and affiliate links
Pages containing affiliate links (Amazon, etc.) may trigger third-party cookies when you click on those links. These cookies are governed by the privacy policies of the relevant platforms, which we do not control.
4. How to manage your preferences
4.1 Via our consent banner
On your first visit, a banner allows you to accept, reject or customise cookie categories. You can change your choices at any time by deleting the empire-napoleon-consent-v2 key from your browser's localStorage (via browser developer tools).
4.2 Via your browser settings
You can configure your browser to block or delete cookies:
4.3 Advertising opt-out
You can manage your Google advertising preferences via Google Ad Settings, YourOnlineChoices (Europe), or NAI Opt-out (USA).
5. Changes
This policy may be updated to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. The last updated date is shown at the top of this page.