Cookie Policy
Effective Date: November 20, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Elevated Yard Living ("Company", "we", "us", or "our"). We use cookies and similar tracking technologies on ElevatedYardLiving.com ("Website") to enhance your experience, analyze site performance, personalize content, and support advertising and marketing.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, what types we use, how you can manage them, and your rights under GDPR, CCPA, and other relevant privacy laws.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, recognize your device, understand how you use the Website, and deliver personalized content.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for:
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Essential site functions (checkout, cart, security)
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Analytics to understand visitor activity
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Functionality such as saving preferences
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Advertising and marketing, including Google Ads and Klaviyo
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 First-Party Cookies
Set by Elevated Yard Living or Shopify.
4.2 Third-Party Cookies
Set by services like Google Analytics, Google Ads, and Klaviyo.
4.3 Session Cookies
Deleted when you close your browser.
4.4 Persistent Cookies
Remain until they expire or you delete them.
5. Cookies We Use (Short Version)
Below is a simplified list of the main types of cookies used on our Website.
Essential Shopify Cookies
These are required for core functionality such as checkout, cart storage, session management, and customer login.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Expiration |
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| cart, cart_sig, cart_ts | Shopping cart & checkout functionality | Essential | 2 weeks |
| _shopify_d | Session management | Essential | Session |
| secure_customer_sig | Customer login authentication | Essential | 1 year |
| checkout_token | Checkout identification | Essential | 1 year |
Google Analytics Cookies
Used to understand Website traffic, user behavior, and performance.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Tracks users & activity | Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes users | Analytics | 24 hours |
| _gat | Limits request rates | Analytics | 1 minute |
Google Ads Cookies
Used for ad measurement, conversions, and improving ad relevance.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _gcl_au | Google Ads conversion tracking | Advertising | 3 months |
| _gcl_aw | Measures ad conversions | Advertising | 3 months |
Klaviyo Cookies
Used for email/SMS marketing and identifying returning subscribers.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
| __kla_id | Identifies returning visitors | Analytics/Marketing | 2 years |
6. Managing and Disabling Cookies
6.1 Browser Controls
You can manage or disable cookies via your browser:
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Chrome
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Firefox
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Safari
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Microsoft Edge
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Internet Explorer
6.2 Opt-Out Options
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Google Analytics Opt-Out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
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Google Ads Settings: https://www.google.com/settings/ads
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Network Advertising Initiative: https://optout.networkadvertising.org
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Digital Advertising Alliance: https://optout.aboutads.info
Note: Disabling cookies may affect Website functionality.
7. GDPR (EU) Compliance
For visitors in the European Union:
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We request explicit consent for non-essential cookies.
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You may access, delete, or correct your data.
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You may withdraw cookie consent at any time.
8. CCPA/CPRA (California) Compliance
For California residents:
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You may opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal information.
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You may request access or deletion of your data.
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We do not sell personal data.
9. Consent to Use Cookies
When you first visit our Website, a cookie consent banner appears.
By clicking “Accept”, you agree to the cookies described in this policy.
10. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy to reflect legal, technical, or business changes. Updated policies will include a new Effective Date.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy, contact us:
Company Name: Elevated Yard Living
Address: 8401 Mayland Dr, STE A, Richmond Virginia 23294, United States
Email: support@elevatedyardliving.com
Phone: (703) 202-0655