Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Ryan Pickart (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on https://ryanpickart.com.

Cookies help the website function properly, support purchases through WooCommerce, and allow us to understand how visitors use the site.

By continuing to use this website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They allow the website to remember your actions, preferences, and help ensure that certain features work correctly—such as the shopping cart, checkout, and form submissions.

Cookies may be:

Session cookies (expire when the browser closes)
Persistent cookies (stored until manually deleted or they expire)
First-party cookies (set by this website)
Third-party cookies (set by service providers we use)

3. Types of Cookies We Use

A. Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be disabled.
They include:

WooCommerce cart cookies
Payment processing cookies (Stripe, Apple/Google Pay)
Security and session cookies
Elementor Pro functionality cookies

These cookies ensure:

Secure checkout
Cart saving
Page rendering
Login/session handling (if you have an account)

B. Analytics & Performance Cookies

These cookies help us analyze how visitors use our website.
Examples include:

Page views
Time spent on the site
Device and browser type

We may use services like:

Google Analytics (if enabled)
Website hosting performance tools

These cookies help us improve site performance and user experience.

C. Functionality Cookies

These cookies support enhanced functionality such as:

Saving form input
Remembering user preferences
Improving page layout performance

Elementor and WooCommerce may use functionality cookies for rendering and form support.

D. Marketing Cookies (Not Actively Used)

We currently do not use marketing or advertising cookies.
If this changes, this policy will be updated accordingly.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be set by trusted third-party services used on this website, such as:

WooCommerce
Stripe
Apple Pay / Google Pay
Hosting and security providers
Analytics tools

These providers only receive the information necessary to operate their services.

5. Managing Cookies

You can control or delete cookies through your browser settings.
Depending on your browser, you can:

Block all cookies
Block specific types of cookies
Delete cookies already stored
Set preferences for each website

Please note:
Disabling essential cookies may prevent the website or checkout from functioning properly.

Here are links to cookie management guides for popular browsers:

Chrome: Settings → Privacy → Cookies
Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security
Safari: Preferences → Privacy
Edge: Settings → Site Permissions → Cookies

6. Cookie Consent Banner

When you visit the website, you may see a cookie banner asking you to:

Accept all cookies
Accept only essential cookies
View or manage preferences

Your choices can be updated at any time by clearing cookies in your browser or using the on-site preference options if enabled.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy occasionally to reflect:

Website changes
New technology
Legal requirements
Updates to WooCommerce, Elementor, or third-party services

Changes take effect once posted on this page.

8. Contact

If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, contact us at:

Ryan Pickart
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://ryanpickart.com