Last Updated: September 22, 2026
This Cookie Policy applies to 9 Rivers Distillery (accessible at https://nineriversdistillery.cn, hereinafter “the Website” or “we”) and explains how we use cookies and similar technologies (such as web beacons and pixel tags), as well as the choices you have. This Policy should be read together with the Personal Information Protection Law (PIPL), Network Data Security Management Regulations, Cybersecurity Law, and related regulations of the People‘s Republic of China.
Important Notice: For non-essential cookies, we will only set them after obtaining your active, separate consent. You have the right to withdraw your consent or change your choices at any time, without affecting the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, mobile phone, or other terminal) when you visit a website. They help websites remember your actions and preferences (such as login status and language settings) to provide a smoother experience on future visits. We also use similar technologies, including web beacons, pixel tags, and local storage.
2. Cookie Categories and Legal Basis
Under Chinese law, we categorize cookies as follows. “Strictly Necessary” cookies do not require separate consent as they are essential for the operation of the Website and the core services you request. All other categories require your active consent.
| Cookie Category | Consent Required? | Legal Basis |
| Strictly Necessary | No (notice only) | Necessary for contract performance or requested services |
| Preference | Yes | Based on your consent |
| Analytics | Yes | Based on your consent |
| Advertising | Yes (separate consent may apply) | Based on your consent; separate consent required if sensitive data or cross-border transfer is involved |
3. Cookies We Use
Below is the specific list of cookies used on the Website:
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies (No Consent Required)
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
| wpconsent_preferences | The Website | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 30 days |
| [necessary cookie name] | The Website | [e.g., maintain user session, security verification] | [session/duration] |
3.2 Preference Cookies (Consent Required)
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
| [preference cookie name] | The Website | [e.g., remember language selection, login status] | [duration] |
3.3 Analytics Cookies (Consent Required)
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
| [analytics cookie name] | [e.g., Google Analytics] | Traffic statistics, user behavior analysis | [duration] |
3.4 Advertising Cookies (Consent Required; Separate Consent for Cross-Border Transfer)
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
| [advertising cookie name] | [Third-party name] | Personalized advertising, browsing habit tracking | [duration] |
If the Website uses overseas third-party services (e.g., Google Analytics, Meta Pixel), the relevant cookies will transfer data (including IP addresses and browsing behavior) outside China. Under Article 39 of the PIPL, providing personal information overseas requires your separate consent and must satisfy one of the lawful mechanisms such as security assessment, standard contract, or certification.
4. How to Manage Cookies
4.1 Through Our Consent Management Panel
When you first visit the Website, you will see a cookie consent banner. You may choose:
- “Accept All” — consent to all cookie categories;
- “Reject Non-Essential” — allow strictly necessary cookies only;
- “Manage Preferences” — select by category.
Your choices will be recorded. You can change your choices or withdraw consent at any time via the “Cookie Settings” link in the website footer.
4.2 Through Browser Settings
You may also manage or delete cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling strictly necessary cookies may affect the functionality of the Website. Management methods vary by browser:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies
5. Consent Records and Validity
We will record your consent choices, including timestamp, categories consented to, and policy version. Consent records will be retained for at least 18 months for regulatory verification.
Your cookie consent is valid for 12 months. After this period, we will request your consent again.
6. Minors’ Privacy
The Website is not directed to children under 14. If you are a child, please read this Policy with your parent or guardian and use the Website only with their consent. Cookies that collect children‘s personal information will be treated as sensitive personal information and require separate guardian consent.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you before changes take effect via website notice or pop-up. If changes materially affect cookie categories or processing purposes, we will obtain new consent.
8. Contact Us
For any questions about this Cookie Policy or to exercise your rights, please contact:
- Email: [email protected]
- Personal Information Protection Officer: Privacy Officer
- Address: 福建省龙岩市新罗区大池镇龙池路266号
We will respond to your request within 15 working days.
Compliance Notes (English Version)
- Technical Implementation: All non-essential cookies must be blocked from loading before user consent. Simply stating cookie use in a policy is insufficient.
- Separate Consent Scenarios: Where sensitive personal information or cross-border transfer is involved, a separate checkbox or pop-up is required; an “Accept All” button does not satisfy this standard.
- No Cookie Walls: You must not deny access to core website functionality if a user refuses non-essential cookies.
- Record Retention: Consent records (timestamp, category choices, policy version) should be retained for at least 18 months.