Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 2024

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

2. How We Use Cookies

SemiToolbox uses cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Maintain your shopping cart
  • Authenticate your admin session
  • Analyze website traffic and usage
  • Improve website functionality and user experience

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
cart Stores shopping cart contents Session / Persistent
admin_session Maintains admin login state Session

3.2 Functional Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
preferences Stores user preferences and settings 1 year

3.3 Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
_ga, _gid Google Analytics (if enabled) 2 years / 24 hours

3.4 Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services that set their own cookies:

  • Stripe: Payment processing cookies
  • PayPal: Payment processing cookies
  • Cloudflare: Security and performance cookies

4. Local Storage and Session Storage

In addition to cookies, we use:

  • Local Storage: To store shopping cart data and preferences persistently
  • Session Storage: To maintain admin session state during your visit

You can clear local storage and session storage through your browser settings.

5. Managing Cookies

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Set preferences for specific websites

However, blocking essential cookies may impact website functionality.

5.2 Browser-Specific Instructions

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions

6. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. We do not currently respond to DNT signals.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated policy on this page.

8. More Information

For more information about cookies and how to manage them, visit:

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: