Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy — 1store.lv
Last updated: January 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how the online store 1store.lv, operated by Mercurius Trade SIA (hereinafter — we), uses cookies and similar technologies to ensure the operation of the website, improve the user experience and comply with the applicable laws (including e-privacy requirements and the GDPR).
1. What are cookies and similar technologies?
Cookies are small text files that may be stored on your device (computer, tablet or smartphone) when you visit a website. They help provide the site’s basic functions (e.g. the cart and session) and also (with your consent) statistics and marketing. Similar technologies may include, for example, local/session storage or pixels.
2. Why do we use cookies?
- For the site’s core functionality (cart, session, security, technical operation);
- For site improvement and analytics (only with your consent, where applicable);
- For marketing/advertising (only with your consent, where applicable).
3. Cookie categories, examples and storage periods
The information below is indicative (examples). The specific cookies may differ depending on the site configuration, the apps used and the integrations.
| Category | Purpose | Legal basis | Examples / third parties (where applicable) | Typical storage period | Consent required? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Necessary (strictly necessary) | Site operation, security, session, cart, checkout. | Performance of contract / legitimate interests (providing the site). | Session identifiers, cart data, security cookies (1store.lv / platform level). | Session / up to 1 year (depending on the function). | No |
| Functional | Saving settings (e.g. language, choices, convenience improvements). | Consent (where not strictly necessary for operation). | E.g. language selection, saving preferences. | Usually up to 1 year. | Yes |
| Analytics / performance | Visit statistics and site improvement. | Consent. |
Examples: Google Analytics (if used), other analytics tools (if used).
The specific tools are listed in the cookie notice (banner/CMP). |
Usually up to 26 months (depending on the tool settings). | Yes |
| Marketing / advertising | Ad measurement, retargeting, personalised content (where applicable). | Consent. |
Examples: Meta Pixel, Google Ads, etc. (if used).
The specific tools are listed in the cookie notice (banner/CMP). |
Usually up to 1 year (depending on the tool settings). | Yes |
4. Third-party cookies and data transfers
In certain cases cookies may be set by third parties (e.g. analytics or advertising platforms). The processing of such cookies is governed by the privacy terms of the respective service providers. The specific third parties (if any are used) are listed in our cookie notice (banner/CMP).
If a service provider processes data outside the EU/EEA, the transfer is carried out in accordance with GDPR requirements (e.g. using appropriate safeguards).
5. Consent and managing cookie settings
On your first visit to the site you are shown a cookie notice (cookie banner / consent tool), where you can:
- accept all cookies;
- accept only specific categories (granular choice);
- refuse all non-essential cookies.
Consent is voluntary and you can change your choice at any time or withdraw your consent using the cookie settings (banner/CMP), where available, or in your browser settings.
6. How to manage or delete cookies in your browser
You can change the cookie settings in your browser (e.g. Chrome, Safari, Firefox), including deleting already stored cookies or blocking certain categories. Please note that blocking some cookies may affect the site’s functionality.
7. Personal data and cookies
Some cookies (especially analytics and marketing ones) may involve the processing of personal data (e.g. IP address, device identifiers). Such processing takes place in accordance with our Personal Data Protection Policy.
8. Changes to the Cookie Policy
We reserve the right to update this Cookie Policy. The current version is always available at 1store.lv.
9. Contact information
If you have questions about the use of cookies, please contact us:
E-mail: 1store@mercurius.lv
Phone: +371 2771 8811
If you believe that your data protection rights have been violated, you have the right to contact the supervisory authority:
The Data State Inspectorate (DVI) — dvi.gov.lv
Address: Elijas iela 17, Riga, LV-1050
