What are cookies and browser storage?
Cookies are small text files a website saves in your browser so it can remember something between pages or visits. localStorage is a similar store inside your browser that keeps information on your device and is not sent to our servers with each request. We use both, sparingly.
Which cookies do we use?
We use two kinds: strictly necessary items that make the shop work, and one optional analytics cookie that is only set if you agree.
Strictly necessary
These do not need consent because the website cannot work without them. You can block them in your browser, but sign-in, cart and checkout may stop working.
| Name | Type | What it does | Lasts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Session cookie | First-party cookie | Keeps you signed in to your SmartPOS customer account and protects forms and checkout against forgery | Until you sign out or close your browser |
| Consent cookie | First-party cookie | Remembers whether you accepted or declined optional cookies | Up to 12 months |
| Cart | localStorage | Keeps the items in your bag so they are still there when you come back | Until checkout or until you clear it |
Optional — only with your consent
| Name | Type | What it does | Lasts |
|---|---|---|---|
sp_vid |
First-party analytics cookie | A random visitor ID used by our own SmartPOS activity beacon to count page views, product views and add-to-bag events | Up to 12 months |
sp_vid is first-party: it is set by and sent only to our own website. It does not contain your name, phone number or email, and it is not shared with advertising networks. We use the data to learn which products and pages are useful, for example which cakes people look at before ordering. If you decline, the beacon does not run and the cookie is not set.
Preferences on your device
To make the site comfortable to use, we may store a few preferences in localStorage:
- light, dark or system theme and colour palette;
- accessibility settings such as text size, contrast, reduced motion and link highlighting;
- whether you have dismissed the announcement bar;
- your recent searches and wishlist (if you are not signed in).
These stay on your device and are not sent to us. Clearing your browser data removes them.
What we do not use
- No third-party advertising or retargeting cookies.
- No social media tracking pixels.
- No cross-site tracking or fingerprinting.
If we ever add an analytics or marketing tool, we will update this page and ask for your consent first.
How do I change my choice?
You can change your mind at any time:
- Open Cookie settings from the link in the website footer.
- Choose Accept or Decline for optional cookies.
- Your choice takes effect immediately. If you decline after previously accepting, we delete
sp_vidfrom your browser.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:
| Browser | Where to look |
|---|---|
| Chrome | Settings → Privacy and security → Third-party cookies / Site data |
| Safari (iPhone) | Settings → Safari → Advanced → Website Data |
| Firefox | Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data |
| Edge | Settings → Cookies and site permissions |
Clearing site data for this website also empties your cart and resets your preferences.
Why do we ask?
Even though Pakistan does not yet have a dedicated cookie law, we believe you should decide whether your activity is measured. We follow the spirit of the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act, 2016 and international good practice by asking first and keeping optional tracking off until you say yes.
More information
For what we do with personal data, read our privacy policy. For questions, call +92 42 3575 1100 or use the Show email button on the contact page.
Golden Crust is a demo store powered by SmartPOS Hub. Orders are not fulfilled, but the cookies described here work exactly as they would on a live store.