1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how JM Atelier, operated by Joanna Markowska, uses cookies and similar technologies on the website https://jmatelier.art/.
We use cookies to provide essential website functionality, improve user experience, analyze website traffic, and support our online store.

By using our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this Policy, unless you disable them in your browser settings or via our cookie banner.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website.
They allow the website to remember your actions, preferences, shopping cart items, and other session information.

Cookies may be:

Session cookies – automatically deleted when you close your browser
Persistent cookies – stored on your device for a defined period
First-party cookies – set directly by our website
Third-party cookies – set by external services (e.g., Google Analytics)

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1. Essential Cookies (Required for Functionality)

These cookies enable core website features, such as:

Secure logins
Adding products to cart
Checkout and payment processing
Website security
Cookie consent preferences

They cannot be disabled, as the website would not function properly.

Examples:

woocommerce_cart_hash
woocommerce_items_in_cart
wp_woocommerce_session_*
cookielawinfo-checkbox-* (cookie consent banner)

3.2. Performance & Analytics Cookies

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website.
Analytics cookies collect anonymous or pseudonymized data such as:

Which pages are visited
Time spent on the website
Type of device and browser
General location (approximate, not exact address)

We use IP anonymization, ensuring Google cannot identify you personally.

Examples:

_ga
_gid
_gat

You can disable analytics cookies in the cookie banner or via browser settings.

3.3. Marketing & Advertising Cookies

These cookies help display relevant content or ads, measure the effectiveness of campaigns, and track user behavior across websites.

JM Atelier currently uses:

Google Analytics marketing integrations
Optional integrations such as Facebook Pixel, if added (currently: yes)

These cookies are only used with your explicit consent.

3.4. Functional Cookies

These cookies support enhanced website features, such as:

Remembering your preferences
Saving language settings
Helping forms retain information

Some may be placed by third-party tools installed on the site.

4. Cookies Used in the Online Store (WooCommerce)

Our WooCommerce store uses cookies to:

Keep your cart active while browsing
Maintain session data during checkout
Provide secure payment processing
Identify returning customers (if account login is enabled)

WooCommerce does not store personal data in cookies; it uses session IDs instead.

5. Third-Party Services That Use Cookies on Our Website

Depending on enabled features, the following providers may set cookies:

5.1. Google Analytics

Used for website analytics.
Provider: Google Ireland Ltd.
Data may be processed outside the EEA using appropriate safeguards (SCCs).

5.2. Payment Providers

If used:

Stripe
PayPal

These services may set cookies required for fraud prevention and secure payment processing.

5.3. Newsletter Provider

If used:

Stefano Lissa & The Newsletter Team

5.4. Hosting Provider

Our hosting provider may use essential cookies for security and performance:
Provider: LH.pl Sp. z o.o., ul. ks. Jakuba Wujka 7/26, 61-581 Poznań, Poland

6. How You Can Control Cookies

6.1. Through the Cookie Banner

On your first visit, a banner allows you to:

Accept all cookies
Reject non-essential cookies
Customize cookie preferences

You can change your preferences at any time:
[“Change Cookie Settings”]

6.2. Through Your Browser Settings

You can block or delete cookies directly in your browser.

Links to cookie management instructions:

Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/kb/cookies
Safari: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies
Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/help/4468242

Disabling cookies may affect website functionality, particularly the WooCommerce shop.

7. Retention Period

Cookie retention depends on type:

Session cookies: deleted automatically after closing browser
Persistent cookies: kept from 1 day up to 26 months (Google Analytics default), unless shorter in settings
WooCommerce cookies: up to 48 hours for cart sessions, and up to 2 days for store activity

Exact retention periods for each cookie are available in your browser’s developer tools.

8. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, services used, or website functionality.

Updates will be posted on this page with a new “Last updated” date.

9. Contact Information

For questions related to cookies or privacy, contact:

JM Atelier – Joanna Markowska
Address: Lille Øvregaten 6, Bergen, Norway
Email: hello@jmatelier.art
Phone: +47 909 444 86
Website: https://jmatelier.art/