Cookie policy
Last updated: 18 May, 2026
PLEASE READ THIS POLICY CAREFULLY BEFORE USING: be-part-of-our.wedding (the Site) or our services
This cookie policy forms part of our Privacy Policy. Any capitalised term used and not otherwise defined below has the meaning assigned to it in our Privacy Policy.
1. What is a cookie?
1.1. Cookies are small text files placed on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, maintain your preferences, enhance security, and improve user experience.
2. Does be-part-of-our.wedding use cookies?
2.1. Yes. We use cookies in accordance with our Privacy Policy to:
2.1.1. ensure that our Services function correctly and securely; and
2.1.2. remember your preferences so you don't have to re-set them on each visit.
3. How does be-part-of-our.wedding use cookies?
3.1. We only use strictly necessary and functional cookies. Strictly necessary cookies are essential for our website to operate and do not require user consent under applicable law. Functional cookies remember your preferences and settings to improve your experience. Neither category is used for advertising or cross-site tracking.
4. The cookies we use
4.1. Strictly necessary cookies
4.1.1. These cookies are essential for the Site to operate and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are set in response to actions you take, such as logging in or submitting a form.
4.1.2.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|
| XSRF-TOKEN | Ensures security by preventing cross-site request forgery (CSRF) attacks. | Session |
| be-part-of-our-wedding-session | Maintains your authentication and session state while you are logged in. | Session |
4.2. Functional cookies
4.2.1. These cookies remember choices you make to improve your experience. They do not collect personal data for advertising purposes.
4.2.2.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|
| appearance | Stores your display preference (light or dark mode). | 1 year |
| sidebar_state | Remembers whether the navigation sidebar is open or closed. | 7 days |
4.3. Third-party cookies — Stripe
4.3.1. We use Stripe to process payments securely. Stripe places cookies on your device to enable secure transactions and prevent fraud. These cookies are necessary for the payment process to function.
4.3.2.
| Cookie name | Provider | Purpose | Expiry |
|---|---|---|---|
| __stripe_mid | Stripe | Prevents fraud and ensures secure payments. | 1 year |
| __stripe_sid | Stripe | Maintains session information for payments. | 30 minutes |
4.3.3. For more details on how Stripe uses cookies, please refer to Stripe's Privacy Policy.
5. Managing cookies
5.1. Since we only use strictly necessary and functional cookies, there is no option to opt out of them via our website. However, you can configure your browser to block or delete cookies. Please note that doing so may affect the functionality of the Site — in particular, blocking session cookies will prevent you from logging in.
5.2. For guidance on managing cookies in your browser, please visit the relevant support page below:
6. Changes to this policy
6.1. We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
7. Contact us
7.1. If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at hello@be-part-of-our.wedding.