Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy & Preferences

At Primotechy (accessible from https://www.primotechy.com), we believe in full transparency regarding how we collect, store, and process data on our website. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies and similar tracking technologies (web beacons, pixels, local storage) are, how and why we use them, and how you can manage or modify your cookie preferences at any time.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that websites save on your computer or mobile device when you visit them. They allow the website to remember your actions and preferences (such as display settings, session state, and navigation history) over a period of time, so you don’t have to re-enter them whenever you come back to the site or browse from one page to another.

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire automatically once you close your web browser.
  • Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain stored on your device for a set period or until you manually clear them via browser settings.

2. Categories of Cookies We Use

Primotechy categorizes cookies into four distinct operational groups:

A. Strictly Necessary Cookies (Essential)

These cookies are required for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems.

  • Purpose: Handling basic security, page navigation, asset delivery, and spam prevention on contact forms.
  • Can Be Disabled: No. You can set your browser to block these, but parts of the site will not work.

B. Performance & Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us measure and analyze how visitors interact with our technical guides.

  • Purpose: Tracking aggregated metrics like total page views, average time spent on articles, bounce rates, and broken links using privacy-focused analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).
  • Data Collected: Anonymized IP addresses, browser types, device categories, and referral paths.

C. Functionality & Preference Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization across the site.

  • Purpose: Remembering your selected preferences (such as light/dark display mode, font accessibility settings, or previously viewed guide categories).

D. Targeting & Advertising Cookies (Third-Party)

These cookies are placed through our site by third-party advertising partners, including Google AdSense.

  • Purpose: Building a profile of your interests to deliver relevant, non-intrusive advertisements on Primotechy and other websites.
  • Third-Party Providers: Google (DoubleClick DART Cookie) and verified ad networks. These vendors track your device across websites to measure ad effectiveness and prevent displaying repetitive ads.

3. Summary of Cookies Deployed on Primotechy

Cookie Category Typical Provider Purpose Duration
Strictly Necessary Primotechy / Cloudflare Security verification, load balancing, session maintenance Session to 1 Year
Analytics Google Analytics (_ga, _gid) Aggregated traffic analysis and content performance metrics Up to 2 Years
Advertising Google AdSense / DoubleClick Personalized ad serving and impression tracking 30 Days to 13 Months
Consent Management Cookie Banner / CMP Tool Stores your selected cookie preference choices 1 Year

4. How to Manage and Update Your Preferences

You have full control over the cookies stored on your device:

On-Site Consent Settings (Cookie Banner / Preferences)

When you first access Primotechy, you are presented with our Cookie Consent Banner. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences by category.

(If you use a WordPress Cookie Management plugin like CookieYes, Complianz, or Real Cookie Banner, clicking the floating cookie icon or your dedicated consent button will re-open your preferences panel at any time.)

Browser-Level Controls

Most modern web browsers allow you to view, manage, delete, and block cookies directly through their settings menus:

  • Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Third-Party Cookies
  • Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Enhanced Tracking Protection
  • Apple Safari: Settings > Safari > Privacy & Security > Block All Cookies
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions > Manage and Delete Cookies

Opting Out of Targeted Advertising

  • Google Ads Settings: You can opt out of personalized advertising delivered by Google by visiting the official Google Ads Settings page.
  • Industry Opt-Out Portals: You can opt out of collection by participating ad networks via:
    • Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): optout.networkadvertising.org
    • Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): aboutads.info/choices

5. California Privacy Notice (CCPA / CPRA “Do Not Sell or Share”)

Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), California residents have the right to opt out of the “sale” or “sharing” of their personal information.

While Primotechy does not sell personal information for financial compensation, the use of third-party advertising and analytics cookies may constitute “sharing” under California law. You can exercise your opt-out right by toggling off Targeting/Advertising cookies in our cookie banner or by sending a Global Privacy Control (GPC) signal through your browser.

6. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this policy periodically to reflect changes in the cookies we use, new operational requirements, or updated privacy regulations. Revisions will be published on this page with an updated “Last Updated” timestamp at the top.

7. Contact Us

If you have any questions or require clarification regarding our use of cookies and tracking technologies, please contact us:

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