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 Name | Purpose | Expiration |
| cookieConsent | Stores your cookie preferences | 365 days |
| __Host-sessionid | Session management | Session |
B. Analytics Cookies
Purpose: Help us understand how visitors use the Site to improve functionality and content.
Provider: Google Analytics
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Expiration |
| _ga | Unique visitor identification | 2 years |
| _gid | Session identification | 24 hours |
| _gat | Analytics throttling | 1 minute |
C. Marketing & Conversion Cookies
Purpose: Track conversions and measure advertising effectiveness.
Provider: Google Ads
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Expiration |
| _gcl_au | Google Analytics & Ads integration | 3 months |
| _gcl_aw | Google Ads conversion tracking | 6 months |
| ad_storage | Consent flag for ad storage | Varies |
| ad_user_data | Consent flag for user data in ads | Varies |
| ad_personalization | Consent flag for ad personalization | Varies |
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