What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your device when you visit. They're widely used to make sites work, work more efficiently, and provide information to the site's owners. Similar technologies — like local storage, pixels, and tags — do essentially the same thing and are covered by this policy.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies to keep the site running smoothly, remember your preferences, understand how visitors use the site, and improve our services. We do not sell information collected through cookies.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential cookies — required for basic site functionality such as page navigation, form submission, and security. The site cannot function properly without these.
- Analytics cookies — used by Google Analytics to measure traffic, page performance, and how visitors interact with the site.
- Behavioral / session recording — used by Microsoft Clarity to capture anonymized session recordings and heatmaps so we can understand usability issues and improve the site.
- Preference cookies — remember basic settings (like whether you've dismissed a banner) so you don't have to set them on every visit.
Third-Party Services
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use on the site:
- Google Analytics (Google LLC) — traffic measurement and reporting.
- Microsoft Clarity (Microsoft Corporation) — anonymized session recordings and heatmaps.
- Google Search Console — site verification and search performance data.
How Long Cookies Stay
- Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period (typically up to 24 months) or until you delete them.
Managing Cookies
You can control and delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers let you block cookies entirely, block third-party cookies, or clear cookies when you close the browser. Please note that disabling cookies may affect how parts of the site work.
Helpful browser links:
Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on. Microsoft Clarity respects the "Do Not Track" browser setting where applicable.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the tools we use or applicable law. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision.
Contact Us
Questions about our use of cookies? Call 678-662-2689 or email office@gadumpstercollc.com.