1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They are used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to site owners about how visitors use the site.
2. Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary
Essential for site functionality (form submission, security). These cannot be disabled. Example: session cookies during form submission.
Analytics (Google Analytics 4)
We use Google Analytics 4 to understand how visitors use our site. GA4 sets cookies prefixed with _ga and _gid. Data is anonymized via IP truncation.
First-Party Preferences
We store your cookie banner dismissal preference in your browser's local storage so you don't see the banner on repeat visits. This is stored locally and never sent to our servers.
Third-Party Embeds
Our site may embed tools and content from third parties (Google Maps, review widgets, social media, etc.). These services may set their own cookies subject to their own privacy policies.
3. How to Control Cookies
Most browsers allow you to view, delete, or block cookies. You can block third-party cookies or block all cookies (note: site functionality may break). Browser-specific instructions are available from Google, Mozilla, Apple, and Microsoft.
Browser Settings
- Google Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site data
4. Opt Out of Google Analytics
You can opt out of GA4 tracking site-wide by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
5. Our Cookie Notice
We display a brief banner notifying visitors of our cookie use. Once dismissed, the banner is suppressed for future visits via localStorage. You can re-enable the banner by clearing your browser's site data.
6. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. The "Last Updated" date at the top will reflect the most recent version.
7. Contact Us
For questions about our use of cookies:
Y-Not Handyman & Remodel
Email: y.nothm70@gmail.com
Phone: (801) 833-1588