Cookie Policy
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better browsing experience, and give website operators useful information about how their site is being used.
Cookies are stored on your device by your web browser and can be read by the website that created them on your subsequent visits. They may last for the duration of your browsing session (session cookies) or remain on your device for a set period of time (persistent cookies).
How RIVAL Shoes Uses Cookies
The RIVAL Shoes website (www.rivalshoes.com) uses a minimal number of cookies, strictly limited to those necessary for the website to function properly and to remember your preferences. We do not use advertising cookies or tracking cookies from third-party networks.
Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Session | Maintains your session state as you navigate the website. This is essential for the site to function correctly. | Until browser is closed |
| cookie_consent | Persistent | Remembers your cookie consent preference so you are not repeatedly asked to accept or decline cookies on each visit. | 1 year |
Essential vs. Non-Essential Cookies
All cookies used on the RIVAL Shoes website are considered essential cookies. They are necessary for the basic functionality of the site and to respect your privacy preferences. We do not use any non-essential, analytics, or marketing cookies.
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View which cookies are stored on your device and delete them individually
- Block cookies from specific websites or all websites
- Block all cookies from being set
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please be aware that blocking or deleting cookies may affect your experience on our website. In particular, disabling session cookies may prevent certain features from working correctly.
How to Manage Cookies in Common Browsers
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Manage and delete cookies and site data
Changes to This Cookie Policy
RIVAL Shoes may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at:
RIVAL Shoes
Email: info@rivalshoedesign.com
Last updated: February 2026