This Cookie and Local Data Storage Policy regulates how TT-Store.eu, operated by Matchpoint 7 Ltd., uses cookies, local storage (localStorage), and analytical tools when visitors browse and use our website.
What are cookies and local storage?
A cookie is a small text file placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) by your browser. Local storage (localStorage) is a modern web standard enabling secure client-side persistence of essential session data to accelerate page loading and remember your choices across visits.
Categories of Cookies and Stored Data
In compliance with the ePrivacy Directive (Directive 2002/58/EC) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR EU 2016/679), we classify the technologies used into the following categories:
1. Strictly Necessary (Technical) Technologies
These technologies are essential for the operation, checkout flow, and security of the online store. Under EU law, prior user consent is NOT required for them, as they are installed specifically to deliver a service explicitly requested by you (such as adding items to cart, authenticating, or CSRF protection):
| Name / Key | Type | Validity / Expiry | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| cart_items | localStorage | Persistent (until cleared) | Stores shopping cart contents, selected item variations, and quantities. |
| wishlist_items | localStorage | Persistent (until cleared) | Stores your bookmarked/favorite products for later review. |
| store_theme | localStorage | Persistent | Remembers your visual theme preference (dark or light mode). |
| tt_cookie_consent | localStorage | 12 months | Stores your explicit consent choices regarding analytics and marketing cookies. |
| tt_chat_session_id | localStorage | Session | Stores an anonymous temporary session key for the AI table tennis equipment advisor widget. |
| next-auth.session-token / __Secure-next-auth.session-token | Cookie (HttpOnly, Secure) | 30 days / Session | Ensures secure authentication and cryptographically signed session tokens for customer portal or back-office CRM logins. |
| next-auth.csrf-token | Cookie (HttpOnly) | Session | Protects checkout forms and login requests against Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF) attacks. |
2. Analytics Technologies (Google Analytics 4)
These cookies are activated only upon your explicit prior consent. They help us understand how visitors interact with our catalog, identify top-performing products, and optimize website loading speeds. All data is processed in aggregated form with IP anonymization enabled.
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) provided by Google Ireland Limited (Measurement Stream ID: G-WTPY3MWNKW). Our store integrates Google Consent Mode v2. Prior to you clicking "Accept All" or enabling analytics in preferences, all telemetry signals are transmitted in denied status, preventing the setting of tracking cookies.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Expiry | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google LLC / Google Ireland Ltd | 2 years | Distinguishes unique anonymous users and calculates aggregated visit statistics. |
| _ga_WTPY3MWNKW | Google LLC / Google Ireland Ltd | 2 years | Maintains session state for this Google Analytics 4 stream. |
3. Marketing and Advertising Cookies
Used to measure the performance of promotional campaigns across search and social ad networks. Disabled by default, loaded strictly upon explicit opt-in consent.
How to Manage or Withdraw Your Consent?
You have full control over your cookie and data preferences at all times:
- Via Website Settings: You can re-open your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” button in the footer of any page on our store to modify or withdraw your consent.
- Via Your Web Browser: Every modern browser (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, Opera) allows you to inspect, block, or clear saved cookies and local storage via its privacy and security settings.
For more details on personal data protection and exercising your GDPR rights, please consult our Privacy Policy or contact us at office@tt-store.eu.