Cookies Policy
Shenzhen Winson Optics Technology Co., Ltd. -- Last updated:
This Cookies Policy explains how Winson Optics (winson-optics.com) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. We are committed to transparency about how we collect and use data to improve your experience and our services. By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, tablet, or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used by website operators to make websites work more efficiently, to provide functionality, and to gather reporting information about how the site is used.
Cookies are not harmful programs. They cannot execute code or deliver viruses. A cookie is simply a data file stored by your web browser at the request of the website you are visiting. Each cookie contains a small amount of information, such as a unique identifier, the website name, and some digits and numbers.
Cookies can be session cookies (which expire when you close your browser) or persistent cookies (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them). They may be set by the website you are visiting (first-party cookies) or by third-party services that the website uses.
2. Why We Use Cookies
As a B2B precision optics manufacturer serving clients in North America and Europe, our website is a critical touchpoint for engineers, procurement managers, and project owners. We use cookies for two primary purposes:
Functional Cookies
These are essential for the website to operate correctly. They enable core features such as remembering your language preference, maintaining your session state when filling out inquiry forms, and ensuring secure navigation. Without these cookies, certain parts of the website may not function properly.
Analytical Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous, aggregated information. We use this data to measure the effectiveness of our content, identify which product pages and technical specifications receive the most interest, and continuously improve the experience for engineers and procurement professionals.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
The following table provides a detailed breakdown of the specific cookies we use, their purpose, and their retention period.
| Cookie Name / Provider | Category | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Functional | Maintains your session state while browsing and submitting inquiry forms. | Session |
| lang_pref | Functional | Remembers your language preference for subsequent visits. | 1 year |
| cookie_consent | Functional | Stores your cookie consent preferences so we don't ask on every visit. | 1 year |
| _ga / _ga_* Google Analytics |
Analytical | Distinguishes unique users and tracks sessions. Provides anonymized data on page views, traffic sources, and user behavior. | 2 years |
| _gid Google Analytics |
Analytical | Distinguishes users for short-term session tracking within Google Analytics. | 24 hours |
| _gat Google Analytics |
Analytical | Used to throttle request rate to Google Analytics servers. | 1 minute |
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that we use to enhance functionality and measure performance. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, and we encourage you to review them.
Google Analytics (Google LLC)
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics collects data such as pages visited, time spent on each page, geographic region, and device type. All data is anonymized and aggregated -- we do not use it to identify individual users.
View Google Privacy PolicyNote for EU Visitors: We are committed to compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Analytical cookies are only activated after you provide explicit consent via our cookie consent banner. You may withdraw consent at any time.
5. How to Manage or Disable Cookies
You have full control over which cookies are stored on your device. You can manage or disable cookies through the following methods:
Option A: Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner will appear at the bottom of your screen. You may choose to accept all cookies, accept only functional cookies, or customize your preferences. You can revisit and change your choices at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in the website footer.
Option B: Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Below are direct links to cookie management instructions for the most commonly used browsers:
Option C: Google Analytics Opt-Out
To specifically prevent Google Analytics from collecting your data across all websites, you can install the official Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on provided by Google.
Google Analytics Opt-out Add-onPlease Note: Disabling or blocking cookies -- particularly functional cookies -- may affect the performance of certain features on our website, including inquiry forms and session memory. We recommend keeping functional cookies enabled for the best experience.
6. Your Rights & Consent
Depending on your location, you may have specific rights regarding the use of cookies and personal data:
- Right to Consent: For non-essential cookies (such as analytical cookies), we will ask for your explicit consent before placing them on your device.
- Right to Withdraw Consent: You may withdraw your consent to non-essential cookies at any time by adjusting your preferences in the Cookie Settings panel in our footer.
- Right to Access: You may request information about the personal data we hold about you, including data collected via cookies.
- Right to Erasure: You may request that we delete any personal data associated with your use of our website, subject to applicable legal requirements.
These rights are applicable in accordance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the UK Data Protection Act 2018, and other applicable data protection laws.
7. Policy Updates
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our business operations, or our use of cookies. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date at the top.
We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. Your continued use of our website after any changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookies Policy, or if you wish to exercise any of your data rights, please do not hesitate to contact us: