Bob snail cookie policy

This cookie policy (“Cookie Policy”) is intended to inform you of how we use “cookies” and similar technologies on our website at https://www.bob-snail.com (“Website”) and to assist you in making informed decisions when using our Website. Please take a moment to read and understand this Cookie Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They help us enhance your browsing experience, provide relevant content, and analyze website performance. Cookies are used by us as part of our Website and they are also used by some of our third party partners.

2. Why Do We Use Cookies?
https://www.bob-snail.com/ use cookies to improve your online experience by making it smoother and more personalized. Cookies help us to:
– Provide consistent access to services and up-to-date information.
– Offer tailored content and ads based on your browsing history.
– Enhance website functionality and make it more relevant to your interests.
– Track how you interact with our site to improve your experience and content.

3. Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the proper functioning of the Website and cannot be disabled in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting privacy preferences or filling out forms. They do not store any personal data and are processed based on our legitimate interest in providing functional online services.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the Website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have integrated into our pages. If you do not allow these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.
Performance and Analytical Cookies
These cookies help us analyze traffic, count visits, and measure the performance of our Website. They allow us to understand which pages are most popular and how users interact with the content. All collected data is aggregated and anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not be able to monitor website performance.
Social Media Cookies
These cookies are set by social media services that we have added to the Website to enable content sharing with your networks. They can track your browser across other sites and create a profile of your interests, potentially affecting the content and ads you see on other websites. These cookies help us understand how users find our Website, which traffic sources bring visitors, and how they interact with the content. If you do not allow these cookies, you may not be able to use or view these sharing tools.
Targeting Cookies
These cookies may be set by our advertising partners through our Website. They help build a profile of your interests to display relevant ads on other websites. While they do not directly store personal data, they identify your browser and internet device. If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.

4. Third-Party Cookies
We may allow third-party services, such as Google, Facebook, and others, to place cookies on your device. These cookies are used to provide analytics or display ads tailored to your preferences.
– Google Analytics 4 (GA4), Google Search Console, Google Tag Manager (GTM)
Google Analytics collects information such as your device type, operating system, browser type, and interaction with the Website. This data helps us analyze how users find and interact with our site. Google Analytics also tracks session duration, pages visited, and geographic location.
– Google DoubleClick DART Cookie
Google is one of the third-party vendors on our site. It uses cookies, known as DART cookies, to serve ads to our site visitors based on their visit to www.website.com and other sites on the internet. However, visitors can choose to decline the use of DART cookies by visiting the Google ad and content network Privacy Policy at the following URL: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads.
– Our Advertising Partners
Facebook (Meta Ads): Meta uses cookies to track your browsing history and show personalized ads on Facebook, Instagram, and other Meta services. This data helps tailor ads based on your interests and interactions across their platforms. You can manage ad preferences through your Meta account settings.
Google Ads: Google Ads uses cookies to track your online activity and show personalized ads based on your interests, search history, and Website visits. You can control ad personalization through your Google account settings and track ad performance through clicks and conversions.
Each of our advertising partners has its own Privacy Policy that governs how they collect, use, and store your data. We encourage you to review these policies to better understand how they manage your personal information.

5. How long do cookies last?
The cookies used on the Website last for maximum of 13 months. Session cookies expire immediately after you finish your browsing session on our Website.

6. Tracking Technologies
We use various tracking technologies, including Cookies, IP Addresses, Log Files, and Web Beacons, to enhance your experience on our Website and to gather certain information about your interactions with our site. These technologies help us improve the functionality, performance, and personalization of our websites, as well as monitor Website traffic and usage patterns for various purposes, including analytics, marketing, and security.
IP Addresses
We may collect and track Internet Protocol (IP) addresses for various reasons, including troubleshooting technical issues, maintaining security, restricting access to specific users, and gaining insights into Website usage patterns. An IP address identifies your computer on the network each time you connect to the internet.
Log Files
Log files may be generated either by us or third-party services we use. These files track web activity, including browser type, operating system, session details, and pages viewed, helping us improve our website and services. The data collected is anonymous and aids in enhancing our internal marketing strategies and providing a customized user experience.
Web Beacons
Web beacons, also known as clear GIFs, are small pieces of code used on our websites and in emails to collect data about user interaction. They help us track email campaign performance (e.g., open rates, link clicks) and website traffic. We use this information to improve website functionality, traffic reporting, advertising effectiveness, and overall personalization of our communications.

7. Your Consent and Cookie preferences
By continuing to use our Website, you consent to the use of cookies as outlined in this Cookie Policy. When you visit and use our Website, we ask for your consent to collect your Personal Information using Cookies. If you do not indicate your consent, we will limit our use of Cookies to types of Cookies that are technically necessary for us to display our Website to you and to guarantee stability and security (also known as strictly necessary cookies). Because we respect your right to privacy, you can choose not to allow some types of cookies. However, blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience of the Website. You can manage (enable/disable and delete) the cookie settings on our Website via the functionalities above, but also by altering your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to manage your cookies by either accepting or rejecting all cookies or accepting only certain types of cookies. The procedure for managing and deleting cookies usually can be found in your browser’s integrated help function.

8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our business practices. The “Effective Date” at the top of this policy indicates when it was last updated.

9. Contact us
If you have any questions or comments about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at [email protected].