Cookie Policy

Hidden Omen — Cookie Policy

Effective Date: November 2025

1. Introduction

Hidden Omen (“Hidden Omen,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on HiddenOmen.com (“Site”) to improve functionality, analyze traffic, enhance user experience, and support security measures.

This Cookie Policy explains:

  • What cookies are

  • How we use them

  • Which categories of cookies operate on the Site

  • How you can manage or disable cookies

  • Your rights regarding cookie preferences

By continuing to use the Site, you consent to the use of cookies described in this Policy.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.
They help the website recognize your browser, remember preferences, and understand how you interact with the Site.

Cookies may be:

  • Session cookies — deleted when your browser closes

  • Persistent cookies — stored for a set duration

  • First-party cookies — set by Hidden Omen

  • Third-party cookies — set by service providers (e.g., analytics tools)

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies and related technologies for the following purposes:

3.1 Essential Cookies (Required)

These cookies are necessary for the Site to function properly.
They enable:

  • Checkout and payment processing

  • Shopping cart functionality

  • Secure login

  • Site security and fraud prevention

  • Basic server performance

You cannot disable essential cookies through our Site, as doing so would prevent core functionality.

3.2 Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how users interact with the Site by collecting information such as:

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on pages

  • Navigation patterns

  • Browser and device type

We use analytics tools, such as Google Analytics and Squarespace’s built-in analytics, to improve overall Site performance.

All data collected is aggregated and does not identify individuals.

3.3 Functional Cookies

Functional cookies allow the Site to remember your preferences, including:

  • Language settings

  • Preferred currency

  • Region-specific choices

  • Display or layout configurations

Disabling these cookies may reduce personalization.

3.4 Marketing & Advertising Cookies

We may use marketing cookies in the future to:

  • Deliver personalized ads

  • Track ad performance

  • Create audience segments for relevant promotions

At this time, Hidden Omen does not use third-party advertising cookies, but may do so as our marketing operations expand.

If implemented, users will be given updated controls over marketing-cookie preferences.

4. Information Collected Through Cookies

Depending on your settings and cookie category, cookies may collect:

  • Device information

  • Browser details

  • IP address (anonymized for analytics when required)

  • Site behavior and interactions

  • Navigation history

Cookies do not collect personal information such as payment details or account passwords.

5. How to Manage or Disable Cookies

Most browsers allow you to manage, block, or delete cookies.
However, disabling essential cookies will prevent use of core Site features, including the ability to place orders.

5.1 Browser Controls

Below are common browser paths for cookie settings:

  • Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies

  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and Website Data

  • Microsoft Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions

  • Firefox: Preferences → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data

You can also visit:
www.allaboutcookies.org
for comprehensive instructions.

5.2 Do Not Track (DNT)

The Site currently does not respond to DNT signals due to lack of standardized industry protocols.

6. Third-Party Service Providers

The Site may use cookies provided by trusted third parties, including:

  • Google Analytics

  • Squarespace analytics

  • Email delivery and security tools

  • Payment processors

These third parties may use cookies to collect usage information or improve service delivery.
They are contractually obligated to process data in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

Hidden Omen may update this Cookie Policy as technology, regulations, or Site functionality evolves.

Revisions will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Continued use of the Site constitutes acceptance of revised terms.

8. Contact Information

If you have questions about our cookie practices or need assistance with preferences, contact:

HiddenOmenStudio@gmail.com
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