Cookie Policy

1. WHAT THIS POLICY COVERS

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how MicroscopeBro LLC ("we," "us," or "our") uses them on microscopebro.com (the "Site"), and what choices you have regarding their use. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides broader context on how we collect and handle personal information.

2. WHAT COOKIES ARE

Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function properly, operate more efficiently, and provide information to site owners. Cookies can be set by the website you are visiting (first-party cookies) or by third-party services operating on that site (third-party cookies).

Similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage may function in comparable ways and are covered by this policy.

3. COOKIES WE USE

The following categories of cookies are currently in use on this Site:

CategoryPurposeSet ByStrictly NecessaryRequired for the Site to function. Includes session management, security, shopping cart, and checkout functionality. Cannot be disabled without breaking core site features.SquarespaceFunctionalRemembers your preferences such as cookie consent choices and region settings.SquarespaceAnalytics and PerformanceCollects anonymized data on how visitors use the Site, including pages visited, time on site, and traffic sources. Used to improve site performance and user experience.Squarespace

We may add additional cookies or third-party tracking tools in the future, such as analytics platforms or marketing services. When we do, we will update this policy accordingly and, where required, seek your consent before placing new cookies on your device.

4. THIRD-PARTY SERVICES

Our Site operates on the Squarespace platform, which sets and manages cookies on our behalf. Our domain is registered through GoDaddy, and order fulfillment is handled by Gelato. These third parties may set their own cookies in connection with the services they provide. We do not control the cookies set by third-party providers and encourage you to review their respective privacy and cookie policies for more information.

We may in the future integrate additional third-party services that use cookies for purposes such as analytics, advertising, or personalization. Any such additions will be reflected in an updated version of this policy.

5. YOUR COOKIE CHOICES

When you first visit the Site, a cookie notice is displayed giving you the opportunity to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can update your preferences at any time using the following options:

• Browser settings: Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies through their settings. Note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may prevent parts of the Site from functioning correctly, including checkout.

• Opt-out tools: Some third-party analytics providers offer their own opt-out mechanisms. Where applicable, links to those tools will be provided as we add services to the Site.

Continuing to use the Site after being presented with the cookie notice, without adjusting your preferences, indicates your acceptance of cookies as described in this policy.

6. COOKIE RETENTION

Cookies vary in how long they remain on your device. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain for a defined period or until manually deleted. The specific retention periods for cookies set by Squarespace are governed by Squarespace's own policies.

7. EU AND UK VISITORS

If you are visiting from the European Union or United Kingdom, your use of cookies may be subject to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), UK GDPR, or the ePrivacy Directive. We rely on your consent as the lawful basis for placing non-essential cookies on your device. You have the right to withdraw that consent at any time using the methods described in Section 5. Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of any processing that took place before withdrawal.

8. CHANGES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or applicable legal requirements. When we do, we will update the date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

9. CONTACT US

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us at alex@microscopebro.com.