This Cookie Policy explains how ALPENIQUE (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website at https://alpenique.com (the “Website”).
This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service to understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, or other device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
Cookies contain information that is transferred to your device’s hard drive and allow us to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Enhance your browsing experience by remembering your preferences
- Analyze website traffic to improve our content and services
- Track affiliate conversions when you purchase products through our links
- Provide relevant content based on your interests
- Ensure website security and prevent fraud
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our website and cannot be disabled in our systems.
Examples:
- Session cookies that keep you logged in
- Security cookies that authenticate users
- Load balancing cookies that ensure website performance
Legal basis: Legitimate interest (necessary for website operation)
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information.
We use:
- Google Analytics: To analyze website traffic, user behavior, and content performance
- Hotjar (if applicable): To understand user interaction through heatmaps and recordings
Data collected:
- Pages visited and time spent on site
- Traffic sources and referral information
- Device and browser information
- User interaction patterns
Legal basis: Consent and legitimate interest
Advertising and Affiliate Cookies
These cookies are used to track affiliate conversions and deliver relevant advertisements.
Amazon Associates Program:
- Tracks when you click on our Amazon affiliate links
- Records purchases made through our referral links
- Helps Amazon attribute commissions to our account
- Duration: Typically 24 hours for standard purchases, up to 90 days for certain products
Other Affiliate Programs:
- Track clicks and conversions for other partner programs
- Help measure the effectiveness of our recommendations
- Duration: Varies by affiliate partner (1-90 days)
Legal basis: Consent and legitimate interest (for affiliate tracking)
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your choices and preferences to provide a personalized experience.
Examples:
- Newsletter subscription preferences
- Content display preferences
- Language and region settings
- Dark/light mode preferences
Legal basis: Consent
Social Media Cookies
If we include social media sharing buttons or embedded content, these platforms may place cookies.
Platforms may include:
- Facebook/Meta
- YouTube
Note: These cookies are controlled by the respective social media platforms. Please refer to their cookie policies for more information.
Third-Party Cookies
We work with third-party service providers who may place cookies on your device:
Google Analytics
- Purpose: Website analytics and performance monitoring
- Data collected: Anonymous usage statistics
- Duration: Up to 2 years
- Opt-out: Available through Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Amazon Associates
- Purpose: Affiliate link tracking and commission attribution
- Data collected: Click tracking and purchase information
- Duration: 24 hours for most products, up to 90 days for certain categories
- Control: Managed through your Amazon account settings
Content Delivery Networks (CDN)
- Purpose: Improve website loading speed and performance
- Examples: Cloudflare, AWS CloudFront
- Duration: Session-based or short-term
Cookie Duration
Cookies can be either:
Session Cookies
- Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Used for essential website functions and security
Persistent Cookies
- Remain on your device for a specified period or until manually deleted
- Used for analytics, preferences, and affiliate tracking
- Duration varies from days to years depending on purpose
Your Cookie Choices
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your browser settings:
To disable all cookies:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions
Important note: Disabling cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience.
Opt-Out Options
Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Amazon Associates: You can disable interest-based ads in your Amazon account settings or through the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page
General advertising cookies: Visit Your Online Choices or Network Advertising Initiative
Do Not Track Signals
Currently, we do not respond to “Do Not Track” signals from browsers. However, you can control tracking through the cookie management options described above.
Mobile Devices
On mobile devices, you can control tracking through:
- iOS: Settings > Privacy > Advertising > Limit Ad Tracking
- Android: Google Settings > Ads > Opt out of interest-based ads
Cookie Consent
First-Time Visitors
When you first visit our website, we may display a cookie consent banner explaining our cookie use and asking for your consent for non-essential cookies.
Consent Withdrawal
You can withdraw your consent at any time by:
- Changing your browser settings
- Using our cookie preference center (if available)
- Contacting us at hello@alpenique.com
Consent Records
We maintain records of your cookie consent choices in accordance with applicable privacy laws.
California Privacy Rights
If you are a California resident, you have additional rights under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA):
- Right to know what personal information is collected through cookies
- Right to delete personal information collected through cookies
- Right to opt-out of the sale of personal information (Note: We do not sell personal information)
To exercise these rights, contact us at hello@alpenique.com.
International Users
If you are visiting from outside the United States, please note that cookies placed on your device will be transferred to and processed in the United States, where data protection laws may differ from your country.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- Changes in our cookie practices
- New technologies or tracking methods
- Legal or regulatory requirements
- Improvements to our website functionality
When we make significant changes, we will:
- Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
- Notify users through our website or email (if we have your contact information)
- Request new consent where legally required
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: hello@alpenique.com
Website: https://alpenique.com
For specific questions about Amazon’s use of cookies through our affiliate links, please refer to Amazon’s Privacy Policy #ad.
Additional Resources
For more information about cookies and online privacy:
Last Updated: October 1, 2025
This Cookie Policy is part of our commitment to transparency about how we collect and use information. Please also review our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service for complete information about our data practices.