cookie policy

last updated: 4 march 2026

1. introductions

we use cookies to make this site work properly, keep it secure, and understand what’s helping you and what’s getting ignored. some cookies are essential. others are optional, and you’re in control of those.

when we say “cookies”, we also mean similar tools like pixels and scripts that help the site run and help us measure performance.

2. what are cookies?

cookies are small files saved on your device when you visit a website. they help remember preferences, keep things secure, and in some cases help us understand how the site is used.

3. what are scripts?

scripts are small pieces of code that help the website function properly. some run on our servers, some run in your browser. without them, parts of the site can behave like a toddler in a supermarket.

4. what is a web beacon?

web beacons (often called pixels) are tiny invisible images or bits of code that help measure what people do on a site. they’re used for things like analytics and marketing performance.

5. cookie types we use

5.1 strictly necessary (functional): these do the boring but essential jobs, like keeping the site secure, remembering your settings, and letting core features work. you can’t switch these off, because without them the site falls over.

5.2 statistics: these help us understand how the site’s being used, what’s working, and what’s getting ignored. it’s insight, not spying. we use it to improve the experience, not to stalk you.

5.3 marketing: these help us measure advertising performance and understand what brings people here. they can also be used to build audiences for ads. you can say no, and the site will still work.

6. the cookies we use

below you’ll find a live list of the cookies used on this site. it updates as cookies change, so it stays accurate.

PHP

Functional

Usage

Sharing data

This data is not shared with third parties.

Functional

Name
exp*
Expiration
Function
Provide functions across pages

Elementor

Statistics (anonymous)

Usage

Sharing data

This data is not shared with third parties.

Statistics (anonymous)

Name
elementor
Expiration
persistent
Function
Store performed actions on the website

WooCommerce

Functional

Usage

Sharing data

This data is not shared with third parties.

Purpose pending investigation

Name
wc_*
Expiration
Function

Functional

Name
wc_cart_hash_*
Expiration
session
Function
Store items in shopping cart

OptinMonster

Marketing

Usage

Sharing data

This data is not shared with third parties.

Marketing

Name
omWpApi
Expiration
Function

WordPress

Functional

Usage

Sharing data

This data is not shared with third parties.

Functional

Name
WP_PREFERENCES_USER_*
Expiration
persistent
Function
Store user preferences
Name
wpEmojiSettingsSupports
Expiration
session
Function
Store browser details
Name
wp-settings-*
Expiration
persistent
Function
Store user preferences
Name
wordpress_test_cookie
Expiration
session
Function
Read if cookies can be placed
Name
wordpress_logged_in_*
Expiration
persistent
Function
Store logged in users

Stripe

Functional

Usage

Sharing data

This data is not shared with third parties.

Functional

Name
__stripe_mid
Expiration
1 year
Function
Provide fraud prevention
Name
__stripe_sid
Expiration
30 minutes
Function
Provide fraud prevention

mailpoet

Marketing

Usage

Sharing data

This data is not shared with third parties.

Marketing

Name
mailpoet_subscriber
Expiration
persistent
Function
Provide subscription service
Name
mailpoet_page_view
Expiration
persistent
Function
Provide subscription service

Sourcebuster JS

Statistics

Usage

Sharing data

This data is not shared with third parties.

Statistics

Name
sbjs_migrations
Expiration
6 months
Function
Store the user's usage history
Name
sbjs_current_add
Expiration
6 months
Function
Store and count pageviews
Name
sbjs_first_add
Expiration
6 months
Function
Store and count pageviews
Name
sbjs_current
Expiration
6 months
Function
Store browser details
Name
sbjs_first
Expiration
session
Function
Store and track interaction
Name
sbjs_udata
Expiration
6 months
Function
Store a unique session ID
Name
sbjs_session
Expiration
30 minutes
Function
Store and count pageviews

Miscellaneous

Purpose pending investigation

Usage

Sharing data

Sharing of data is pending investigation

Purpose pending investigation

Name
ai-builder-onboarding-details
Expiration
Function
Name
e_my_templates_source
Expiration
Function
Name
moderncartSaleBannerDisable
Expiration
Function
Name
st-import-end
Expiration
Function
Name
WP_DATA_USER_2
Expiration
Function
Name
__mp_opt_in_out_*
Expiration
Function
Name
completedSteps
Expiration
Function
Name
srfmSettingState
Expiration
Function
Name
elementor_sidebar_menu_expanded_v2_elementor-templates
Expiration
Function
Name
elementor_sidebar_menu_expanded_v2_elementor-custom-elements
Expiration
Function
Name
st-import-start
Expiration
Function
Name
uagSvgConfirmation
Expiration
Function
Name
gt-current-screen-thefemalecollective.group
Expiration
Function
Name
e_kit-elements-defaults
Expiration
Function
Name
customizerVisitCount
Expiration
Function
Name
storeApiNonce
Expiration
Function
Name
e_site-editor
Expiration
Function
Name
i18nextLng
Expiration
Function
Name
image-optimization-trial-end-close-time
Expiration
Function
Name
starter-templates-onboarding
Expiration
Function
Name
st-scroll-position
Expiration
Function
Name
lys_recently_actioned_tasks
Expiration
Function
Name
spectraCopyPasteStyles
Expiration
Function
Name
storeApiCartData
Expiration
Function
Name
wpEmojiSettingsSupports
Expiration
Function
Name
wp-settings-time-1
Expiration
Function
Name
__ssid
Expiration
Function
Name
__stripe_mid
Expiration
Function
Name
mailpoet_subscriber
Expiration
Function
Name
sbjs_migrations
Expiration
Function
Name
sbjs_current_add
Expiration
Function
Name
sbjs_first_add
Expiration
Function
Name
sbjs_first
Expiration
Function
Name
wp-settings-time-2
Expiration
Function
Name
wp-settings-2
Expiration
Function
Name
sbjs_session
Expiration
Function
Name
wordpress_test_cookie
Expiration
Function
Name
cmplz_functional
Expiration
365 days
Function
Name
cmplz_statistics
Expiration
365 days
Function
Name
cmplz_preferences
Expiration
365 days
Function
Name
cmplz_marketing
Expiration
365 days
Function
Name
wcpay_appearance_bnpl_product_page
Expiration
Function
Name
wcpay_appearance_shortcode_checkout
Expiration
Function
Name
attributes-notice-dismissed
Expiration
Function
Name
cmplz_policy_id
Expiration
365 days
Function
Name
cmplz_consented_services
Expiration
365 days
Function
Name
cmplz_banner-status
Expiration
365 days
Function
Name
woocommerce_items_in_cart
Expiration
Function
Name
woocommerce_cart_hash
Expiration
Function
Name
wp_woocommerce_session_f8987adad2833ddaa8381574675d62de
Expiration
Function

7. consent

when you visit the site, you’ll see a cookie banner. you can accept, decline, or choose what you’re happy with. you can change your mind anytime in your cookie settings.

8. enabling, disabling & deleting cookies

you can manage cookies through:

  • the cookie settings on this website, and
  • your browser settings (including deleting cookies already stored)

if you disable all cookies, parts of the site may not work properly.

9. your rights with respect to personal data

your rights are explained in our privacy policy. if you want to access, correct, delete, or object to how your data is used, contact us using the details below. you can also complain to the information commissioner’s office (ICO).

10. contact details

the female collective ltd
16 oakland road, leicester, leicestershire, le2 6an, united kingdom
email: weare@thefemalecollective.group
phone: +44 (0)20 8292 0331

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