Cookie Policy
Last updated: 14 October 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Arctic Delice (AroWild Oy) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website arcticdelice.fi.
By selecting “Accept All” on the cookie banner or continuing to use our website, you agree to the use of cookies as described below.
You may withdraw or modify your consent at any time using the “Cookie Settings” link available on the website.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device to ensure the proper functioning of the website, personalize your experience, and help us understand how our site is used.
Cookies may be placed by Arctic Delice (“first-party cookies”) or by external service providers (“third-party cookies”).
2. Types of Cookies We Use
| Type | Purpose | Example Services | Retention |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Required for the basic functioning of the site, checkout, secure payments, and session integrity. | Stripe, session ID, cart management | Session only |
| Functional / Preference | Store language, region, and currency to ensure correct delivery zones and tax calculation. | Internal cookies | Up to 12 months |
| Analytics & Performance | Measure site usage and performance to improve user experience. Data is anonymized where possible. | Google Analytics, internal metrics, heatmaps, session recordings | Up to 14 months |
| Video & Media | Enable video playback and optimize delivery performance. | Mux, YouTube | Up to 12 months |
| Map & Location | Provide interactive maps and detect delivery regions. | Mapbox | Up to 12 months |
| Marketing & Social Media | Track visits for advertising relevance or social integration. | Google Ads (if active), YouTube, Meta (if active) | Up to 12 months |
We do not sell or share personal data with third parties for marketing beyond what is necessary for service functionality.
3. Third-Party Services and Data Transfers
Some cookies and data are processed by service providers located inside or outside the European Economic Area (EEA).
When data is transferred outside the EEA (e.g., to the United States), Arctic Delice ensures compliance with GDPR Chapter V, including Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs) or equivalent safeguards.
Third-party services we use include:
- Google Analytics – anonymized traffic and performance tracking;
- Stripe – essential cookies for secure payment sessions;
- Mux – video streaming quality and playback optimization;
- YouTube – embedded video analytics;
- Mapbox – interactive map rendering for delivery regions.
4. Managing Cookies
You can:
- Accept or reject non-essential cookies using the cookie banner when first visiting the site;
- Change or withdraw consent anytime via “Cookie Settings”;
- Delete or block cookies through your browser preferences.
Please note that rejecting or removing essential cookies may affect certain core functions, including checkout and secure payments.
5. Legal Basis for Processing
We rely on:
- Legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR) for strictly necessary cookies;
- Consent (Article 6(1)(a) GDPR) for all other cookie categories.
Your consent is securely stored and logged for audit purposes.
6. Refusal of Cookies
If you choose to reject non-essential cookies, you may continue browsing our website.
However, some features — such as checkout, video playback, map display, and accurate regional pricing — may not function properly.
Essential cookies required for the operation of the online store cannot be disabled.
If you do not wish to use cookies at all, you may close your browser or leave the website.
By remaining on the site, you acknowledge that certain cookies are necessary for its basic operation.
7. Contact Information
For any questions regarding cookies or data protection, please contact:
AroWild Oy
Eteläranta, 00130 Helsinki, Finland
Email: info(at)arcticdelice.fi
By continuing to use this site, you confirm that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.