BIG HOUSE ENTERPRISE COOKIE POLICY

Last Updated: December 16th, 2025
Effective Date: December 16th, 2025


INTRODUCTION

This Cookie Policy explains how Big House Enterprise, LLC (“Big House Enterprise,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website https://www.bighouseenterprise.com (the “Website”) and in connection with our AI Authority engineering services (the “Services”).

This Cookie Policy is part of our Privacy Policy (located at https://www.bighouseenterprise.com/privacy-policy) and is incorporated into our Terms of Service (located at https://www.bighouseenterprise.com/terms-of-service).

By using our Website or Services, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy, subject to your cookie preferences and applicable law.


TABLE OF CONTENTS


1. WHAT ARE COOKIES?

A. Definition

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work more efficiently and to provide information about how users interact with the site.

B. How Cookies Work

When you visit our Website:

  1. Your browser sends a request to our web server
  2. Our server sends back a cookie (or multiple cookies)
  3. Your browser stores the cookie on your device
  4. On subsequent visits, your browser sends the cookie back to our server
  5. This allows us to recognize you and remember your preferences

C. Types of Technology

This Cookie Policy covers:

  • HTTP Cookies – Standard website cookies
  • Flash Cookies – Local shared objects used by Adobe Flash
  • Web Beacons – Small graphic images (also called “pixel tags” or “clear GIFs”)
  • Local Storage – HTML5 local storage
  • Session Storage – Temporary browser storage
  • Other Tracking Technologies – Similar technologies that store information on your device

For simplicity, we refer to all of these as “cookies” in this policy.


2. WHY WE USE COOKIES

We use cookies for several important purposes:

A. Essential Website Functionality

  • Enable core features (login, account access, payment processing)
  • Remember your session as you navigate between pages
  • Maintain security and prevent fraud
  • Enable secure payment processing
  • Protect against cyber attacks and unauthorized access

B. Performance and Analytics

  • Understand how visitors use our Website
  • Identify which pages are most/least popular
  • See how visitors navigate through the site
  • Measure the effectiveness of our Services
  • Improve website performance and user experience
  • Identify and fix technical issues

C. Functionality and Preferences

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Recognize you when you return to our Website
  • Customize content based on your location
  • Provide personalized features
  • Remember language preferences
  • Save dashboard customization

D. Marketing and Advertising

  • Deliver relevant advertisements (when enabled)
  • Track the effectiveness of marketing campaigns
  • Measure conversion rates
  • Retarget visitors with relevant ads
  • Limit the number of times you see an ad
  • Measure ad campaign performance

Note: We do not currently use marketing cookies. If we implement marketing cookies in the future, they will be disabled by default and will require your explicit consent.

E. Security and Fraud Prevention

  • Detect and prevent security threats
  • Monitor for fraudulent activity
  • Protect against unauthorized access
  • Validate login authenticity
  • Prevent spam and abuse

3. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

We categorize cookies into four types based on their purpose and your ability to control them:

A. STRICTLY NECESSARY COOKIES (Essential)

Purpose: Required for the Website to function. Cannot be disabled without breaking core functionality.

What they do:

  • Enable page navigation
  • Provide access to secure areas (account dashboard)
  • Process payments securely
  • Maintain session state
  • Enable API authentication for logged-in users
  • Prevent security threats
  • Load balance traffic across servers

Legal Basis: Legitimate interests (website operation and security)
Your Control: Cannot be disabled (required for service delivery)
Consent Required: No (strictly necessary exception under GDPR)

Examples of essential cookies:

  • Session ID cookies
  • Authentication tokens
  • Security cookies
  • Payment processing cookies
  • Load balancer cookies
  • DDoS protection cookies

B. ANALYTICAL/PERFORMANCE COOKIES

Purpose: Collect information about how visitors use our Website to help us improve performance.

What they do:

  • Track pages visited
  • Measure time spent on pages
  • Record navigation paths
  • Identify error pages
  • Measure website speed
  • Count unique visitors
  • Analyze traffic sources

Legal Basis: Legitimate interests (with opt-out available) or Consent (GDPR)
Your Control: Can be disabled via cookie settings
Consent Required: Yes (in EU/EEA and some other jurisdictions)

Examples of analytics cookies:

  • Google Analytics cookies
  • Internal analytics cookies
  • Performance monitoring cookies

Note: Analytics cookies collect anonymized or pseudonymized data. We cannot identify you personally from analytics cookies alone.


C. FUNCTIONALITY COOKIES

Purpose: Remember your choices and preferences to provide enhanced, personalized features.

What they do:

  • Remember username (not password)
  • Remember display preferences
  • Store language selection
  • Customize interface based on your settings
  • Enable social media sharing
  • Remember assessment progress
  • Store notification preferences

Legal Basis: Legitimate interests (with opt-out available) or Consent (GDPR)
Your Control: Can be disabled via cookie settings
Consent Required: Generally yes (in EU/EEA)

Examples of functionality cookies:

  • Preference cookies
  • Language selection cookies
  • Interface customization cookies

Current status: We do not currently use functionality cookies. If we implement them in the future, you will be able to control them via our Cookie Preference Center.


D. MARKETING/TARGETING COOKIES (Advertising)

Purpose: Track your browsing habits to deliver targeted advertising and measure campaign effectiveness.

What they do:

  • Track websites you visit
  • Build profile of your interests
  • Deliver personalized ads
  • Measure ad effectiveness
  • Enable retargeting campaigns
  • Track conversion events
  • Limit ad frequency

Legal Basis: Consent (always requires opt-in)
Your Control: Can be disabled via cookie settings (disabled by default)
Consent Required: Yes (always, in all jurisdictions)

Examples of marketing cookies:

  • Google Ads cookies
  • Facebook Pixel
  • LinkedIn Insight Tag
  • Retargeting cookies
  • Conversion tracking pixels

Current status: We do not currently use marketing cookies. If we implement paid advertising in the future:

  • Marketing cookies will be DISABLED by default
  • You will need to explicitly opt-in
  • You will be notified at least 30 days in advance
  • You will have full control over which advertising platforms you allow

4. SPECIFIC COOKIES WE USE

Below is a detailed list of cookies currently used on our Website:

A. ESSENTIAL COOKIES

Cookie NameProviderPurposeDurationType
wpEmojiSettingsSupportsBig House Enterprise (WordPress)Determines browser emoji rendering capabilitiesSession (expires when browser closes)First-party
__cfduidCloudflareIdentifies individual clients behind a shared IP address and applies security settings on a per-client basis30 daysThird-party
cf_clearanceCloudflareStores proof that visitor passed a security challenge (bot detection)1 yearThird-party
__cflbCloudflareLoad balancing cookie to ensure requests are routed to the same serverSessionThird-party
__stripe_midStripePayment fraud prevention and processing1 yearThird-party
__stripe_sidStripePayment session security30 minutesThird-party

Note about Essential Cookies:

These cookies are strictly necessary for the Website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They enable:

  • Core website functionality and security (Cloudflare)
  • Payment processing (Stripe)
  • Proper content display (WordPress emoji support)

No consent required for these cookies under GDPR Article 6(1)(f) as they are necessary for the legitimate interest of website operation.


B. ANALYTICAL/PERFORMANCE COOKIES

Cookie NameProviderPurposeDurationType
_gaGoogle Analytics 4Distinguishes unique users and generates statistical data on website usage2 yearsThird-party
_ga_#Google Analytics 4Stores and counts pageviews for specific container/measurement ID2 yearsThird-party
_gidGoogle Analytics 4Distinguishes unique users (newer format)24 hoursThird-party
_gatGoogle Analytics 4Throttles request rate to prevent server overload1 minuteThird-party

About Google Analytics:

We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors use our Website and to improve user experience.

What Google Analytics tracks:

  • Pages you visit on our Website
  • Time spent on pages
  • How you arrived at our Website (referral source)
  • Your approximate geographic location (country/city level)
  • Device type and browser used
  • Navigation patterns through our Website

Privacy protections we’ve implemented:

  • IP address anonymization enabled
  • No personally identifiable information (PII) collected
  • Data used only for aggregated analytics
  • Not used for advertising purposes

Learn more about Google Analytics:

Opt-out options:

  • Use our Cookie Preference Center to disable analytics cookies
  • Install Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
  • Adjust your browser settings to block third-party cookies

Under GDPR: Analytics cookies require consent in EU/EEA. Our cookie banner allows you to accept or reject analytics cookies.


C. FUNCTIONALITY COOKIES

We currently do not use functionality cookies.

Functionality cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide enhanced, personalized features. Examples include:

  • Language selection
  • Display preferences
  • Dashboard customization
  • Saved settings

Future use: If we implement features requiring functionality cookies, we will:

  • Update this Cookie Policy
  • Notify existing users
  • Obtain consent where required
  • Provide opt-out options

D. MARKETING/TARGETING COOKIES (Advertising)

We currently do not use marketing or targeting cookies.

Marketing cookies track your browsing habits to deliver targeted advertising and measure campaign effectiveness. Examples include:

  • Google Ads remarketing
  • Facebook Pixel
  • LinkedIn Insight Tag
  • Retargeting campaigns

Future use: If we implement paid advertising, we will:

  • Update this Cookie Policy at least 30 days in advance
  • Notify existing users via email
  • Require explicit opt-in consent (disabled by default)
  • Provide clear opt-out options
  • Offer granular control over specific advertising platforms

Default state: Marketing cookies will always be DISABLED by default and will only be set if you explicitly consent via our cookie banner.

Under GDPR: Marketing cookies ALWAYS require explicit consent. You will have complete control over whether these cookies are set.


5. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

A. What Are Third-Party Cookies?

First-party cookies are set by Big House Enterprise directly (bighouseenterprise.com).
Third-party cookies are set by external services we use (Google, Stripe, Cloudflare).

Third-party cookies allow these external services to recognize your browser across different websites to provide their services (analytics, payment processing, security).


B. Third-Party Services We Use

We partner with the following third-party services that may set cookies:

1. PAYMENT PROCESSING

Stripe (payment processing and fraud prevention)

  • What Stripe does: Processes credit card payments securely when you purchase subscriptions or services
  • Cookies set: __stripe_mid, __stripe_sid
  • Purpose: Fraud detection, payment authentication, session security
  • Privacy Policy: https://stripe.com/privacy
  • Cookie Policy: https://stripe.com/cookies-policy
  • Data location: United States and global data centers
  • GDPR compliance: Stripe is GDPR-compliant with Standard Contractual Clauses

Why we use Stripe: We use Stripe to securely process payments. Stripe’s cookies are essential for:

  • Detecting fraudulent transactions
  • Preventing payment abuse
  • Maintaining payment session security
  • Complying with PCI DSS requirements

You cannot disable Stripe cookies if you want to make a payment. They are strictly necessary for payment processing.


2. ANALYTICS

Google Analytics 4 (website analytics and performance measurement)

Opt-out options:

  1. Our Cookie Preference Center: Disable analytics cookies via our cookie banner
  2. Google Analytics Opt-Out Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout (prevents GA tracking on all websites)
  3. Browser settings: Block third-party cookies in your browser
  4. Google Ads Settings: https://adssettings.google.com (control Google’s use of your data)

What we track:

  • Pages visited
  • Time on site
  • Traffic sources (how you found us)
  • Geographic location (country/city level only)
  • Device type and browser
  • Navigation paths

What we DON’T track:

  • Your name or email address
  • Specific personal information
  • Information behind login (no logged-in user tracking)
  • Credit card or payment information
  • Form contents before submission

3. CONTENT DELIVERY & SECURITY

Cloudflare (CDN, security, and DDoS protection)

  • What Cloudflare does: Protects our Website from attacks, speeds up page loading, and ensures availability
  • Cookies set: __cfduid, cf_clearance, __cflb
  • Purpose: Security, bot detection, load balancing, performance optimization
  • Privacy Policy: https://www.cloudflare.com/privacypolicy/
  • Cookie Policy: https://www.cloudflare.com/cookie-policy/
  • Data location: Global edge network (data processed in multiple countries)
  • GDPR compliance: Cloudflare is GDPR-compliant with Standard Contractual Clauses

Why Cloudflare cookies are essential:

  • Security: Protects against DDoS attacks, malicious bots, and security threats
  • Performance: Speeds up website loading times
  • Availability: Ensures Website remains accessible during high traffic
  • Bot detection: Distinguishes legitimate users from automated bots

You cannot disable Cloudflare cookies without affecting Website security and performance. They are strictly necessary for legitimate interests of website operation and security.

Cloudflare cookie details:

__cfduid (30 days)

  • Identifies individual clients behind shared IP addresses
  • Applies security settings on per-client basis
  • Does NOT track user activity across websites
  • Does NOT contain personally identifiable information

cf_clearance (1 year)

  • Stores proof that you passed a security challenge
  • Prevents repeated security challenges for legitimate users
  • Essential for Website access after bot detection

__cflb (session)

  • Load balancing cookie
  • Ensures your requests route to same server
  • Improves performance and session stability

4. CONTENT MANAGEMENT

WordPress (content management system)

  • What WordPress does: Powers our Website infrastructure and content delivery
  • Cookies set: wpEmojiSettingsSupports
  • Purpose: Determines if browser can render emoji correctly (avoids loading unnecessary emoji scripts)
  • Privacy Policy: https://wordpress.org/about/privacy/
  • Data location: Our servers (United States)
  • Duration: Session (expires when browser closes)

Note: WordPress may set additional cookies if you interact with specific features (comments, contact forms). Currently, we do not have public-facing WordPress login, so no authentication cookies are set for visitors.


C. Third-Party Cookie Control

Important: We do not control third-party cookies. Third-party providers may:

  • Update their cookies without notice to us
  • Change cookie names or purposes
  • Add or remove cookies
  • Modify expiry periods
  • Change privacy policies

To manage third-party cookies:

  1. Use our Cookie Preference Center (easiest option)
    • Disable entire categories (Analytics)
    • Located in website footer: “Cookie Settings”
  2. Visit third-party websites directly
  3. Use industry opt-out tools
  4. Adjust browser settings
    • Block all third-party cookies
    • Block specific domains
    • Clear existing cookies
    • See Section 7 for detailed browser instructions

D. No Liability for Third-Party Cookies

We are not responsible for:

  • Third-party cookie practices or changes
  • Third-party privacy policies or updates
  • Third-party data collection or use
  • Third-party security incidents or data breaches
  • Third-party compliance with regulations

We recommend:

  • Review each third party’s privacy and cookie policy directly
  • Use their opt-out tools if you don’t want their cookies
  • Contact third parties directly with privacy concerns
  • Adjust your browser settings for maximum control

Our commitment:

  • We only partner with reputable, GDPR-compliant services
  • We configure third-party services for maximum privacy
  • We review third-party privacy practices regularly
  • We will update this policy if we add new third-party services

E. Future Third-Party Services

Services we may add in the future:

As our business grows, we may implement additional third-party services including:

Customer Support:

  • Live chat tools (Intercom, Zendesk, Drift)
  • Help desk platforms
  • Customer feedback tools

Email Marketing:

  • Email platforms (Mailchimp, ConvertKit, ActiveCampaign)
  • Email analytics and tracking
  • Newsletter management

Marketing & Advertising:

  • Google Ads (search advertising, remarketing)
  • Facebook Pixel (social media advertising)
  • LinkedIn Insight Tag (professional network advertising)
  • Conversion tracking tools

Enhanced Analytics:

  • Heatmap tools (Hotjar, Crazy Egg)
  • Session recording tools
  • A/B testing platforms
  • User behavior analytics

When we add new services:

  1. We will update this Cookie Policy at least 30 days in advance
  2. We will notify existing users via email
  3. Non-essential cookies will require your consent
  4. You will have opt-out options
  5. Updated policy will be posted prominently on Website

You will always be notified before we implement cookies from new third-party services that require consent.


F. Data Processing Agreements (GDPR)

For EU/EEA users, we have Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) in place with:

  • ✅ Google (Google Analytics)
  • ✅ Stripe (payment processing)
  • ✅ Cloudflare (CDN and security)

These agreements ensure:

  • Third parties process data only on our instructions
  • Appropriate security measures are in place
  • Data subject rights can be exercised
  • Standard Contractual Clauses govern international transfers
  • Sub-processors are documented and approved

You can request copies of our Data Processing Agreements by contacting: [email protected]


6. COOKIE DURATION AND EXPIRY

Cookies have different lifespans:

A. Session Cookies

  • Duration: Expire when you close your browser
  • Purpose: Maintain session state while you browse
  • Examples: Login session, load balancing, security challenges

B. Persistent Cookies

  • Duration: Remain on your device for a set period (hours, days, months, or years)
  • Purpose: Remember preferences and recognize you on return visits
  • Examples: Language preference, analytics tracking, login tokens

C. Expiry Periods We Use

DurationPurposeExamples
SessionTemporary functionalityWordPress emoji, load balancing
1 minuteRate limitingGoogle Analytics throttling
30 minutesShort-term transactionsStripe payment session
24 hoursDaily analyticsGoogle Analytics session ID
30 daysMonthly trackingCloudflare client ID
1 yearLong-term security/fraud preventionStripe fraud prevention, Cloudflare security
2 yearsAnalytics trendsGoogle Analytics user ID

Automatic Deletion: All cookies automatically expire after their set duration. You can also manually delete cookies at any time via your browser settings (see Section 7).


7. HOW TO CONTROL COOKIES

You have several options to control cookies:

A. Cookie Preference Center (Recommended)

Our cookie banner appears when you first visit our Website. You can:

  1. Accept All – Consent to all cookie categories
  2. Reject Non-Essential – Only allow essential cookies
  3. Customize – Choose specific cookie categories (when available)

To change preferences later:

  • Click “Cookie Settings” in website footer
  • Access Cookie Preference Center
  • Adjust your selections
  • Save preferences

Your choices are stored in a cookie (bhe_cookie_consent) that remembers your preferences.


B. Browser Settings

All modern browsers allow you to control cookies through settings:

Google Chrome:

  1. Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
  2. Choose: Allow all, Block third-party, or Block all
  3. Manage exceptions and view/delete cookies

Mozilla Firefox:

  1. Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  2. Choose blocking level (Standard, Strict, Custom)
  3. Manage exceptions and clear data

Safari:

  1. Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
  2. Choose: Always block, Allow from current website only, Allow from websites I visit, Always allow
  3. Manage website data

Microsoft Edge:

  1. Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and site data
  2. Choose: Allow all, Block third-party, Block all
  3. Manage exceptions and clear data

Mobile Browsers:

  • iOS Safari: Settings → Safari → Block All Cookies
  • Android Chrome: Chrome → Settings → Site Settings → Cookies

Learn more:


C. Third-Party Opt-Out Tools

Industry Opt-Out Pages:

Network Advertising Initiative (NAI):

Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA):

European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA):

Google Ads Settings:

Google Analytics Opt-Out:


D. Mobile Device Settings

iOS (iPhone/iPad):

  1. Settings → Privacy → Tracking
  2. Toggle off “Allow Apps to Request to Track”
  3. Settings → Safari → Prevent Cross-Site Tracking (enable)

Android:

  1. Settings → Google → Ads
  2. Tap “Opt out of Ads Personalization”
  3. Chrome → Settings → Site Settings → Cookies (adjust)

8. YOUR COOKIE CHOICES BY CATEGORY

A. Strictly Necessary Cookies (6 cookies)

Can you disable these? No
What happens if disabled? Website will not function properly

These cookies are essential for core website functionality. Disabling them would prevent:

  • Website security (Cloudflare protection)
  • Payment processing (Stripe)
  • Proper content display (WordPress)
  • Load balancing and performance
  • Protection from cyber attacks

Legal basis: Legitimate interests (strictly necessary exception under GDPR Article 6(1)(f) and ePrivacy Directive)

You do NOT need to consent to essential cookies – they are automatically enabled.


B. Analytical/Performance Cookies (4 cookies)

Can you disable these? Yes
What happens if disabled? Website will still function, but we cannot improve user experience based on usage data

To disable:

  • Click “Reject Non-Essential” in cookie banner, OR
  • Uncheck “Analytics” in Cookie Preference Center, OR
  • Use Google Analytics Opt-Out browser extension

Impact of disabling:

  • We cannot measure website performance
  • We cannot identify popular content
  • We cannot optimize user experience
  • We cannot conduct A/B testing effectively

Recommended: Allow analytics cookies to help us improve our Services.


C. Functionality Cookies (0 cookies)

Can you disable these? N/A (not currently used)
What happens if disabled? N/A

We do not currently use functionality cookies.

Future use: If we implement functionality cookies:

  • You will be able to control them via Cookie Preference Center
  • They will remember your preferences (language, display settings)
  • Website will still function without them
  • You’ll need to reset preferences on each visit if disabled

D. Marketing/Targeting Cookies (0 cookies)

Can you disable these? N/A (not currently used)
What happens if disabled? N/A

We do not currently use marketing cookies.

Future use: If we implement paid advertising:

  • Marketing cookies will be DISABLED by default
  • You must explicitly opt-in to enable them
  • You’ll still see ads, but they won’t be personalized
  • Conversion tracking will not work for you
  • We cannot measure marketing campaign effectiveness for your visits

Default: Marketing cookies will always be DISABLED until you explicitly consent.


9. DO NOT TRACK SIGNALS

A. What is Do Not Track?

“Do Not Track” (DNT) is a browser setting that sends a signal to websites requesting not to be tracked.

B. Our Response to DNT

Currently, we do not respond to Do Not Track signals.

Why? There is no industry-wide standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. Different browsers implement DNT differently, and there is no consensus on what actions websites should take.

C. Alternative Privacy Controls

Instead of relying on DNT, we recommend:

  • Use our Cookie Preference Center to control tracking
  • Adjust browser cookie settings directly
  • Use third-party opt-out tools (see Section 7C)
  • Install privacy-focused browser extensions

We are committed to privacy. If industry standards for DNT are established, we will update our practices accordingly.


10. UPDATES TO THIS COOKIE POLICY

A. Right to Modify

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:

  • Changes in cookies we use
  • New third-party services
  • Changes in applicable laws
  • Improvements to our Services
  • User feedback

B. Notice of Changes

Material Changes:

  • We will post notice on our Website
  • We will update the “Last Updated” date
  • We may send email notification to account holders
  • You may need to re-consent via cookie banner

Non-Material Changes:

  • Updated policy posted on Website
  • “Last Updated” date revised
  • No separate notification

C. Your Responsibility

We recommend you review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

D. Continued Use = Acceptance

Continued use of our Website after changes become effective constitutes acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

If you do not agree with changes:

  • Adjust your cookie preferences via our Cookie Preference Center
  • Disable cookies via browser settings
  • Stop using our Website

11. CONTACT US

A. Cookie Questions

If you have questions about cookies or this Cookie Policy:

Email: [email protected]
Subject: “Cookie Policy Question”

Mail:
Big House Enterprise, LLC
Privacy Department
6701 Corporate Drive #4153
Johnston, Iowa 50131
United States

B. Cookie Consent Issues

If you experience technical issues with our cookie banner or preference center:

Email: [email protected]
Subject: “Cookie Banner Technical Issue”

C. Privacy Concerns

For privacy-related concerns beyond cookies:

Email: [email protected]
GDPR (EU/EEA): [email protected]
CCPA (California): [email protected] (Subject: “CCPA Request”)

D. Response Time

We respond to cookie-related inquiries within:

  • General questions: 5-10 business days
  • Technical issues: 24-48 hours
  • Privacy rights requests: 30 days (GDPR) or 45 days (CCPA)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

A. Cookies and Personal Data

Are cookies personal data?

Under GDPR, cookies can contain personal data if they can be used to identify you (e.g., linked to your email address or account).

How we handle cookie data:

  • Essential cookies: Processed under legitimate interests
  • Analytics cookies: Anonymized where possible
  • Marketing cookies: Only with explicit consent (not currently used)
  • Retention: Per our Privacy Policy data retention schedule

Your rights: Same privacy rights apply to data collected via cookies (access, deletion, portability, etc.). See our Privacy Policy for details.

B. Cookies and Children

Our Services are not directed to individuals under 18 years of age. We do not knowingly collect cookie data from minors.

If you are under 18, you must not use our Website or Services.

See our Privacy Policy Section 9 (Children’s Privacy) for details.

C. International Users

EU/EEA Users:

  • We comply with GDPR and ePrivacy Directive
  • Non-essential cookies require explicit consent
  • You can withdraw consent at any time
  • Data may be transferred outside EU (see Privacy Policy Section 8)

California Users:

  • We comply with CCPA
  • See Privacy Policy Section 6C for CCPA rights
  • Cookies may constitute “sale” under CCPA (we don’t sell)

All International Users:

  • Cookie data may be processed in the United States
  • See Privacy Policy Section 8 (International Data Transfers) for safeguards

D. Cookie Security

How we protect cookie data:

  • Secure transmission (HTTPS/TLS)
  • Encryption where appropriate
  • Access controls and authentication
  • Regular security audits
  • Vendor security assessments

Your responsibility:

  • Protect your device with password
  • Use secure, updated browsers
  • Log out of shared devices
  • Clear cookies on public computers

E. Cookies vs. Other Tracking

This policy covers cookies and similar technologies including:

  • HTTP cookies
  • Flash cookies (LSOs)
  • HTML5 local storage
  • Web beacons/pixels
  • ETags
  • Browser fingerprinting

This policy does NOT cover:

  • Server logs (see Privacy Policy Section 1B)
  • API usage tracking (see Privacy Policy Section 1B)
  • Account activity monitoring (see Terms of Service Section 7.2)

SUMMARY TABLE

Cookie CategoryNumberPurposeCan Disable?Default StateConsent Required?
Essential6Website functionality, security, paymentsNoEnabledNo
Analytics4Performance measurement, user behavior analysisYesEnabled (with opt-out)Yes (GDPR)
Functionality0Personalization, preferences, saved settingsN/AN/AN/A
Marketing0Advertising, retargeting, campaign measurementN/AN/AN/A
TOTAL104 can be disabled

SUMMARY OF CURRENT COOKIE USE

As of December 16th, 2025, we use only 10 cookies:

Essential Cookies (6):

  • WordPress: 1 cookie (emoji detection)
  • Cloudflare: 3 cookies (security, load balancing)
  • Stripe: 2 cookies (payment processing)

Analytics Cookies (4):

  • Google Analytics 4: 4 cookies (website analytics)

Functionality Cookies (0):

  • None currently used

Marketing Cookies (0):

  • None currently used

Your control:

  • 6 Essential cookies: Automatically enabled (required)
  • 4 Analytics cookies: You can accept or reject
  • 0 Marketing cookies: Not used (if added in future, will be disabled by default)

Privacy by default:

  • We use the minimum number of cookies necessary
  • No marketing or advertising cookies currently
  • Analytics can be easily disabled
  • No unnecessary tracking
  • No data selling

QUICK LINKS


BY CONTINUING TO USE OUR WEBSITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTOOD THIS COOKIE POLICY.

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time via our Cookie Preference Center or by adjusting your browser settings.

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