Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how YouNutri (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and
similar technologies on our Shopify-powered website (the “Website”). It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, store, and use your personal data.
By continuing to browse or use our Website, you agree to our use of cookies as
described in this policy (unless you adjust your browser or consent settings to
refuse them).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help the site recognise your device and store certain
information about your preferences or previous actions, improving your browsing
experience.
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies – deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies – stored until they expire or are deleted.
- First-party cookies – set by us (the website you’re visiting).
- Third-party cookies – set by other services we use (e.g. analytics, social media, or advertising partners).
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to:
- Enable our website to function properly (essential cookies)
- Remember your preferences and improve site performance (functional cookies)
- Analyse website traffic and usage (analytics cookies)
- Personalise marketing and measure advertising performance (marketing cookies)
Some cookies are strictly necessary for our website to operate and do not require consent. All other cookies are optional and used only with your consent.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
(a) Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in
our systems. They include, for example:
- Keeping your shopping basket items saved as you browse
- Processing payments securely via Shopify
- Enabling secure account logins and checkout
Examples (Shopify standard cookies):
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
| _shopify_y | Shopify analytics tracking | 1 year |
| _shopify_s | Shopify session ID | 30 minutes |
| cart, cart_sig, cart_ts | Stores cart details | Up to 2 weeks |
| _secure_session_id | Secure browsing session | Session |
| checkout |
Used for secure checkout |
3 weeks |
These cookies are necessary to operate the website and do not require consent under
UK law.
(b) Analytics and Performance Cookies
We use these to understand how visitors use our site, measure traffic sources, and
improve website performance.
Examples:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
| _ga, _gid | Google Analytics | Track user behaviour, traffic and conversions |
1–2 years |
|
_shopify_sa_t, |
Shopify / marketing analytics | Tracking referrals and marketing performance | 30 minutes |
Analytics cookies are only set if you consent through our cookie banner.
(c) Functional Cookies
These enable enhanced functionality and personalisation, such as remembering your
region, preferences, or login details.
Examples:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
| localization |
Shopify |
Determines your preferred language and region | 1 year |
|
cookie_consent |
YouNutri | Stores your cookie preferences | 6 months |
(d) Advertising and Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver relevant adverts and measure campaign performance.
They may be set through our site by third-party partners such as Facebook, Google, or TikTok.
Examples:
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
| _fbp | Meta (Facebook) |
Tracks advertising conversions |
3 months |
| _gcl_au |
Google Ads |
Measures ad effectiveness | 3 months |
| fr | Enables targeted advertising | 3 months |
These cookies are optional and only active if you consent to marketing cookies.
Cookie durations are approximate and may vary slightly depending on browser updates or Shopify platform changes.
4. Shopify and Third-Party Apps
Our store is hosted on Shopify, which uses cookies to power the online store and
manage sessions, analytics, and checkout.
Shopify’s cookie documentation can be found here: https://www.shopify.com/legal/cookies
We may also use third-party apps (e.g., for reviews, email marketing, or loyalty schemes) that set cookies. Each provider’s cookie use is governed by its own privacy
policy.
5. Managing Cookies and Consent
When you first visit our Website, you’ll see a cookie banner allowing you to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non-essential cookies
- Manage preferences (toggle between essential, analytics, and marketing cookies)
You can change your preferences at any time by selecting “Cookie Settings” (found in
the footer of our site) or adjusting your browser settings.
Our cookie consent tool records your preferences in compliance with the UK GDPR and will re-prompt you periodically to confirm or update your consent.
Browser Controls:
You can block or delete cookies through your browser’s privacy settings. Please
note that blocking essential cookies may affect how the Website functions.
6. Cookies and Personal Data
Where cookies collect personal data (e.g., IP address, location, browsing behaviour),
we process this in accordance with the UK GDPR and our Privacy Policy.
We only use this information for legitimate business purposes and where you have given consent where required.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time, for example to reflect new
cookies, legal requirements, or Shopify changes. Updates will be posted on this
page with a revised “Last Updated” date. We encourage you to check this page periodically.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us:
YouNutri LTD.
Email: help@younutri.com
Address: YouNutri 48 Free Street Brecon Wales LD3 7BN
Website: www.younutri.com
We will aim to respond to emails within 24 hours during business days (usually same day).
