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Cookie Policy

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1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device that help websites remember information about your visit. They enable features like login persistence, site functionality, and analytics tracking.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

A. Strictly Necessary Cookies

Purpose: Essential for site security and basic functionality.

Always Enabled: These cookies cannot be disabled without breaking core site features.

Cookie NamePurposeExpiration
cookieConsentStores your cookie preferences365 days
__Host-sessionidSession managementSession

B. Analytics Cookies

Purpose: Help us understand how visitors use the Site to improve functionality and content.

Provider: Google Analytics

Cookie NamePurposeExpiration
_gaUnique visitor identification2 years
_gidSession identification24 hours
_gatAnalytics throttling1 minute

C. Marketing & Conversion Cookies

Purpose: Track conversions and measure advertising effectiveness.

Provider: Google Ads

Cookie NamePurposeExpiration
_gcl_auGoogle Analytics & Ads integration3 months
_gcl_awGoogle Ads conversion tracking6 months
ad_storageConsent flag for ad storageVaries
ad_user_dataConsent flag for user data in adsVaries
ad_personalizationConsent flag for ad personalizationVaries

3. Consent Mode v2

This Site implements Google Consent Mode v2, which respects your cookie preferences:

  • Default State: All non-essential cookies are DENIED by default
  • Your Choice: When you accept analytics/marketing cookies, we update your preferences
  • Cookie Settings: Use the Cookie Settings button in our banner to customize your selections
  • How It Works: Your choices are stored in the cookieConsent cookie and respected on all pages

4. How to Manage Cookies

A. Via Our Banner

  • Click "Cookie Settings" on the banner to customize preferences
  • Strictly Necessary cookies are always enabled (cannot be disabled)
  • Toggle Analytics and Marketing on/off as desired
  • Click "Save Preferences" to apply your choices

B. Via Your Browser

You can control cookies through your browser settings:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings > Privacy > Clear browsing data > Cookies

5. Third-Party Cookies

Third parties (Google Analytics, Google Ads) may also place cookies on your device. Their privacy policies govern their data collection:

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Disabling strictly necessary cookies may affect Site functionality. Disabling analytics/marketing cookies only prevents tracking—the Site will still function normally.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy as our Site evolves. Changes are effective upon posting. Your continued use constitutes acceptance.

8. Contact Us

For questions about our cookie use:

Shiningryjoint
info@shiningryjoint.world
+1-415-289-6477