What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
At Strategic Marketing Partners, we use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and deliver personalized content that meets your needs.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies
Purpose: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation, secure area access, and form submissions.
Duration: Session or up to 1 year
Examples:
- Session management cookies
- Security authentication cookies
- Load balancing cookies
Note: These cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for site functionality.
2. Performance Cookies
Purpose: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and if users receive error messages.
Duration: Up to 2 years
Examples:
- Google Analytics cookies
- Page load time tracking
- Site performance metrics
These help us improve website performance and user experience.
3. Functionality Cookies
Purpose: These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced, personalized features.
Duration: Up to 1 year
Examples:
- Language preferences
- Region selection
- User interface customization
- Font size and accessibility settings
4. Marketing/Targeting Cookies
Purpose: These cookies track your browsing habits to deliver advertising that is relevant to you and your interests.
Duration: Up to 2 years
Examples:
- Social media advertising pixels
- Retargeting cookies
- Conversion tracking
- Interest-based advertising
You can opt out of these cookies through your browser settings.
Third-Party Cookies
We work with trusted third-party partners who may also set cookies on your device when you visit our website. These partners include:
Google Analytics
Helps us understand how visitors interact with our website through anonymous data collection.
Google Cookie Policy
Social Media Platforms
Enables social sharing features and may track your interaction with embedded content.
Partners: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram
Advertising Partners
Helps deliver relevant advertisements based on your interests and browsing behavior.
We do not control third-party cookies. Please review their privacy policies for more information.
How to Manage Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences through:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Below are instructions for popular browsers:
Google Chrome
- Click the three-dot menu icon (top right)
- Select "Settings" → "Privacy and security"
- Click "Cookies and other site data"
- Choose your preferred cookie settings
Chrome Cookie Settings Guide
Mozilla Firefox
- Click the menu button (three horizontal lines)
- Select "Settings" → "Privacy & Security"
- Under "Cookies and Site Data", adjust settings
- Choose standard, strict, or custom protection
Firefox Cookie Settings Guide
Safari
- Go to "Safari" menu → "Preferences"
- Click the "Privacy" tab
- Manage "Cookies and website data" settings
- Enable "Prevent cross-site tracking" if desired
Safari Cookie Settings Guide
Microsoft Edge
- Click the three-dot menu (top right)
- Select "Settings" → "Cookies and site permissions"
- Click "Manage and delete cookies and site data"
- Adjust your cookie preferences
Edge Cookie Settings Guide
⚠️ Important Notice
Blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website. Some features and services may not function properly without cookies enabled.
Additional Options
Do Not Track (DNT)
Most browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you don't want your online activities tracked. We respect DNT signals.
Opt-Out Tools
Industry opt-out tools are available for advertising cookies:
Mobile Device Settings
iOS and Android devices have privacy settings that allow you to limit ad tracking:
- iOS: Settings → Privacy → Tracking → Disable "Allow Apps to Request to Track"
- Android: Settings → Privacy → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
Detailed Cookie List
| Cookie Name |
Type |
Purpose |
Duration |
| PHPSESSID |
Essential |
Maintains user session state |
Session |
| cookie_consent |
Essential |
Stores cookie consent preferences |
1 year |
| _ga |
Performance |
Google Analytics tracking |
2 years |
| _gid |
Performance |
Google Analytics session tracking |
24 hours |
| _fbp |
Marketing |
Facebook advertising pixel |
90 days |
| user_preferences |
Functionality |
Stores user interface preferences |
1 year |
Your Rights and Choices
You have the following rights regarding cookies:
- Right to be informed: We provide clear information about the cookies we use
- Right to access: You can view which cookies are stored on your device
- Right to withdraw consent: You can change your cookie preferences at any time
- Right to deletion: You can delete cookies through your browser settings
- Right to object: You can opt out of non-essential cookies
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We encourage you to review this page regularly to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Any material changes will be communicated through:
- Notice on our website homepage
- Email notification to registered users
- Updated "Last Modified" date at the top of this page
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us: