Shein's cookie consent system is configured to clear cookies when you opt out, but it does not intercept or clear other types of browser storage (such as localStorage or sessionStorage) even when consent is withdrawn.
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A consent system that clears cookies but leaves other storage mechanisms intact may not fully honor a user's opt-out, because tracking data stored in localStorage or sessionStorage can persist and continue to be used.
Interpretive note: Whether the storage management gap results in actual continued data processing post-opt-out depends on how Shein's backend systems handle the persisted localStorage identifiers, which is not determinable from the document source.
Previously, Shein asked users to explicitly agree or disagree with account persistence for future logins. The updated terms remove this choice entirely. Instead of a consent decision, users now see a promotional discount offer in that location. This means users lose direct control over whether Shein maintains their login session across device visits, which affects convenience and privacy preferences around authentication persistence.
View change record →When you interact with Shein's cookie consent banner, the system may clear cookies but leave other browser storage containing tracking data untouched, which means your opt-out may be less complete than it appears.
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Cookies may also allow us and our service providers to collect data about your use of our services, including text you enter, screen recordings of your mouse movements, and other interactions as you browse and use our services, even if you don't have an account or Profile.
If you rate an Output in response to an Input—for example, by using the thumbs up/thumbs down icon—we may store the entire related conversation as part of your Feedback.
In some jurisdictions, we only use non-essential cookies after obtaining your consent.
"customSettings: { enableInterceptStorageList: false, enableClearStorage: false, enableClearCookie: true, notClearCookieList: [], extraClearCookieList: {}, disableInterceptDocumentCookie: false }Excerpt from Shein's Terms and Conditions
REGULATORY LANDSCAPE: Under GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive, consent withdrawal must be as easy as giving consent and must result in cessation of the processing activity the consent covered.
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A consent system that clears cookies but leaves other storage mechanisms intact may not fully honor a user's opt-out, because tracking data stored in localStorage or sessionStorage can persist and continue to be used.
When you interact with Shein's cookie consent banner, the system may clear cookies but leave other browser storage containing tracking data untouched, which means your opt-out may be less complete than it appears.
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