Gardening Step by Step (“us”, “we”, or “our”) uses cookies on the https://gardeningstepbystep.com website (the “Service”). This policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences. By continuing to use the Service, you agree to the use of essential cookies. For non-essential cookies, your consent will be sought explicitly.
Please read this policy in conjunction with our privacy policy and our terms of use.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They help the site recognize your device, store your preferences, and improve your user experience. Cookies may be classified as either:
- Session Cookies: These are temporary and are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device until they expire or are deleted manually.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Enable the website’s core functionality.
- Analyze how the Service is used and improve performance.
- Store your preferences (e.g., language settings).
- Deliver targeted advertisements based on your interests.
We use both first-party and third-party cookies, including the following types:
1. Essential Cookies
- Required for the website to function. These include cookies that manage user sessions and privacy preferences.
- Without these cookies, certain site features may not work as intended.
2. Analytics Cookies
- Help us understand how users interact with the Service, track performance, and identify areas for improvement.
- Example: Google Analytics, which tracks visitor interactions and traffic patterns.
3. Advertising Cookies
- Used to deliver relevant ads to you and measure their effectiveness.
- May involve third-party networks (e.g., Google Ads) that process your data based on your online activity.
- See our privacy policy for details of our advertisers
4. Functionality Cookies
- Allow us to remember your choices (e.g., username, language) to enhance your experience.
Third-Party Cookies
We may partner with third-party services that use cookies, such as:
- Google Analytics: Tracks website usage and performance (Privacy Policy).
- Ad Networks: Delivers personalized ads (Google Ads Policy).
- See our privacy policy for details of our advertisers
These services may process your data outside your jurisdiction. Where applicable, we take steps to ensure data protection.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can manage your cookie preferences at any time:
- Accept All Cookies: Click “Accept” in our cookie consent banner.
- Customize Preferences: Adjust settings in the cookie banner or visit the link at very bottom of each page ‘Update Privacy Settings’.
- Reject Non-Essential Cookies: Click “Reject” or refuse consent for non-essential cookies.
You can also manage cookies through your browser settings:
- Chrome: Manage Cookies
- Firefox: Manage Cookies
- Safari: Manage Cookies
- Microsoft Edge: Manage Cookies
Note: Disabling cookies may impact the functionality of the Service.
Legal Basis for Using Cookies
Under applicable data protection laws, we rely on your consent to use non-essential cookies (e.g., analytics and advertising cookies). For essential cookies, our legal basis is the legitimate interest in operating a functional website.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time. Changes will be posted on this page, and significant updates will be communicated through the Service.
Learn More About Cookies
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Last updated: December 10, 2024