Last Updated: April 20th, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Architecture Mates, LLC, doing business as The Sauna Heater ("The Sauna Heater," "we," "us," or "our"), uses cookies, tracking pixels, web beacons, and similar technologies when you visit our website at https://thesaunaheater.com (the "Site"). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control them.
1. WHAT ARE COOKIES, PIXELS, AND SIMILAR TECHNOLOGIES?
Cookies are small data files placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function, to function more efficiently, and to provide reporting information.
Tracking Pixels (also called web beacons or clear GIFs) are tiny, transparent graphics embedded in web pages or emails. They enable us to recognize when you have visited our Site or opened an email, and to monitor traffic patterns, conversion events, and advertising effectiveness.
Local Storage refers to browser-based storage mechanisms (such as HTML5 local storage) used to retain information on your device between sessions.
2. WHY WE USE THESE TECHNOLOGIES
We use first-party and third-party cookies and pixels for several reasons. Some are required for technical operation of the Site ("essential" cookies). Others enable analytics, personalization, and targeted advertising. Third parties place cookies and pixels through our Site for advertising, analytics, and cross-merchant marketing purposes.
3. SPECIFIC TECHNOLOGIES IN USE
3.1 Essential Cookies (Shopify Platform)
These cookies are strictly necessary for the Site to function. You cannot refuse them without impairing Site functionality.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _shopify_s | Shopify | Session tracking for analytics | 30 minutes |
| _shopify_y | Shopify | Persistent visitor identifier | 1 year |
| _shopify_sa_t | Shopify | Marketing referral tracking | 30 minutes |
| _shopify_sa_p | Shopify | Marketing referral tracking | 30 minutes |
| cart | Shopify | Shopping cart token | 2 weeks |
| cart_ts | Shopify | Shopping cart timestamp | 2 weeks |
| cart_sig | Shopify | Shopping cart signature | 2 weeks |
| checkout_token | Shopify | Checkout session token | Session |
| secret | Shopify | Checkout authentication | Session |
| secure_customer_sig | Shopify | Customer login authentication | 20 years |
| storefront_digest | Shopify | Storefront access verification | Persistent |
3.2 Analytics Technologies
These technologies collect usage data that helps us understand how visitors interact with the Site.
| Technology | Provider | ID | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | G-8DZNBM36Z2 | Distinguishes unique users in Google Analytics 4. Collects user-level and event-level data including pages visited, products viewed, session duration, traffic source, device type, and browsing patterns. GA4 collects data tied to user identifiers and device fingerprints; data is not anonymized. | 2 years | |
| _ga_[container] | G-8DZNBM36Z2 | Maintains session state for GA4 | 2 years | |
| Trekkie | Shopify | N/A | Shopify's built-in analytics system. Collects browsing behavior, page views, referrers, and session data to provide store performance metrics. | Session |
3.3 Advertising and Targeting Technologies
These technologies serve targeted advertisements and measure advertising campaign effectiveness.
| Technology | Provider | ID | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meta/Facebook Pixel | Meta Platforms | 7079119152185792 | Tracks user behavior on the Site after interacting with a Facebook advertisement. Collects HTTP headers, pixel-specific data, button clicks, form field names, and browsing patterns. Data is transmitted to Meta, which may link it to your Facebook account and use it for Meta's own advertising purposes. | Session / up to 180 days via Meta |
| Google Ads Conversion | AW-11176216878 | Tracks conversion events (purchases, form submissions) from Google Ads campaigns. Sets a cookie when you click on a Google ad and visit the Site. | 90 days | |
| Shopify Audiences | Shopify | N/A | Cross-merchant advertising program that shares hashed customer data (including email address and purchase history) with other Shopify merchants and advertising platforms to serve targeted ads. Shopify describes this data sharing as "optimized" and "unrestricted" modes. | Varies |
3.4 Email Marketing Technologies
| Technology | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Klaviyo Tracking Pixel | Klaviyo | Embedded in marketing emails and active on the Site. Tracks email opens, link clicks, and on-site browsing behavior of email subscribers. Used to deliver personalized email campaigns and to build behavioral segments. | Session / persistent via Klaviyo |
4. DATA SHARING THROUGH TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES
Several of the technologies described above transmit data to third parties. This transmission constitutes a "sale" or "sharing" of Personal Information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA) and similar state privacy laws. The categories of data shared through these technologies include:
(a) Identifiers: IP addresses, cookie IDs, device identifiers, hashed email addresses
(b) Internet activity: Pages visited, products viewed, search queries, browsing patterns, click data
(c) Commercial information: Products purchased, purchase amounts, purchase dates (via Shopify Audiences)
For your rights regarding this sharing, see our Privacy Policy, Section 7.
5. HOW TO CONTROL THESE TECHNOLOGIES
5.1 Cookie Consent
When you first visit the Site, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner allowing you to accept or manage your cookie preferences. Non-essential cookies and pixels (including the Meta Pixel, Google Analytics, Google Ads, Klaviyo, and Shopify Audiences) will not activate until you have made your selection, except where technically necessary.
5.2 Browser Controls
You can set or amend your web browser settings to accept or reject cookies. If you reject cookies, you may still use our Site, but your access to some functionality may be restricted. Consult your browser's help menu for instructions specific to your browser.
5.3 Global Privacy Control (GPC)
We recognize and honor the Global Privacy Control signal. If your browser sends a GPC signal, we will treat it as a valid opt-out request for tracking technologies that constitute a "sale" or "sharing" of Personal Information.
5.4 Targeted Advertising Opt-Out
You may opt out of targeted advertising through:
(a) Our Site: Click the "Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information" link in the footer.
(b) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/settings/?tab=ads
(c) Google: https://www.google.com/settings/ads/anonymous
(d) Digital Advertising Alliance: https://optout.aboutads.info/
(e) Network Advertising Initiative: https://optout.networkadvertising.org/
5.5 Email Tracking
To stop Klaviyo email tracking, unsubscribe from our marketing emails using the link at the bottom of any email. Note that email tracking pixels activate when you open an email, so setting your email client to block remote images will prevent pixel tracking.
6. CHANGES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes to the technologies we use, or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will post the revised Cookie Policy on the Site and update the "Last Updated" date. Please review this Cookie Policy periodically.
7. CONTACT US
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or other technologies, please contact us at:
Architecture Mates, LLC dba The Sauna Heater
131 Continental Dr, Suite 305
Newark, DE 19713
Email: info@thesaunaheater.com
Phone: 1-725-777-5484