Cookies Policy
1) What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device. We also use similar technologies such as pixels, local storage, and SDKs (collectively, “cookies”). Cookies can be session (deleted when you close your browser) or persistent (stored until they expire or you delete them).
2) Why we use cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential (Strictly Necessary):
Enable core WordPress and hosting features (e.g., page rendering, security, load balancing, consent storage). These cannot be switched off. - Performance & Analytics:
Understand how visitors use the Site (traffic, popular pages, errors) to improve speed, usability, and content quality. - Functionality:
Remember preferences (e.g., language, display settings) and improve user experience. - Advertising & Affiliate Tracking:
Attribute purchases or sign-ups made after clicking our links so we can earn commissions, and (if used) measure ad campaign effectiveness. - Security & Fraud Prevention:
Help detect spam, abuse, and invalid traffic; maintain a safe, malware-free environment.
3) Types of cookies we set (examples)
The exact cookies depend on your setup. Update the examples below to match your stack.
| Category | Typical Tools | Purpose | Typical Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | WordPress core, consent manager, Hostinger/ caching or firewall plugins | Site operation, consent storage, routing, security | Session to 12 months |
| Performance/Analytics | Google Analytics or Matomo | Page metrics, anonymized traffic stats, error tracking | 24 hours to 13 months |
| Functionality | Preference/UX plugins | Save choices (e.g., language, layout) | Session to 12 months |
| Affiliate Tracking | Amazon Associates, Impact, CJ, Awin, PartnerStack (update to your partners) | Track conversions from our links; prevent duplicate credit | Session to 180 days |
| Advertising (optional) | Google/Meta/TikTok Ads, ad networks (if used) | Measure campaigns, frequency capping, basic personalization | Session to 13 months |
| Security | Anti-spam, bot protection | Prevent abuse, maintain integrity | Session to 12 months |
We do not process your payment card data on this Site. Any purchases occur on the merchant’s website under their policies.
4) Your choices
a) Cookie Banner / Preferences
Where required, we show a cookie banner. You can accept, reject, or customize non-essential cookies at any time via [Cookie Preferences] (link to your CMP page/modal). You may withdraw consent at any time; withdrawal does not affect prior lawful processing.
b) Browser & device controls
You can delete or block cookies in your browser or device settings. Doing so may impact some Site features. For mobile apps or in-app browsers, check the platform’s privacy controls.
c) “Do Not Sell or Share” (California)
If you are a California resident and we engage in activities considered a “sale” or “sharing” of personal information (e.g., certain analytics/ads cookies), you may opt out via [Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information]. We also process Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals where technically feasible.
5) Legal bases (EEA/UK users)
Where required by law:
- Essential cookies: our legitimate interests in providing a secure, functional Site.
- All other cookies: your consent, which you can withdraw at any time through [Cookie Preferences].
6) Third-party cookies
Some cookies are set by third parties (analytics providers, affiliate networks, ad partners). We do not control these cookies, and their use is governed by the respective provider’s privacy/cookie policies. When you leave our Site via an affiliate link, the merchant’s site will set its own cookies.
7) Data retention
We keep cookie-derived data only as long as necessary for the purposes described above, typically no longer than 13 months for analytics/advertising cookies unless the law allows/ requires a different period. Essential logs may be retained as needed for security and compliance.
8) Security & hosting
We use Hostinger and a hardened WordPress configuration. We apply updates and run security/malware scans. While we take reasonable measures to keep the Site safe and free from malware, no method is 100% secure.
9) Updates to this Cookies Policy
We may update this Policy from time to time. The “Last updated” date will change, and material updates will be highlighted on the Site. Continued use of the Site after an update constitutes acceptance.