Cookie Policy

Last updated: [10/07/2025]

This Cookie Policy explains how Usagey ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website [usagey.com] (the "Service"). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners about user behavior.

Cookies can be:

  • Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a specified period or until deleted
  • First-party cookies: Set by our website directly
  • Third-party cookies: Set by external services we use

Cookies We Use

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They are usually set in response to actions you take such as logging in, filling forms, or setting privacy preferences.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
session_id Maintains your session while browsing Session First-party
csrf_token Security protection against cross-site request forgery Session First-party
cookie-consent Remembers your cookie preferences 1 year First-party
auth_token Keeps you logged in securely 30 days First-party

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website's performance and user experience.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
_ga Google Analytics - distinguishes users 2 years Third-party
ga[ID] Google Analytics - stores session state 2 years Third-party
_gid Google Analytics - distinguishes users 24 hours Third-party
_gat Google Analytics - throttles request rate 1 minute Third-party

Marketing Cookies

These cookies track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements. They may be used by advertising networks to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant ads on other sites.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
_fbp Facebook Pixel - tracks conversions 3 months Third-party
gclau Google Ads - conversion tracking 3 months Third-party
IDE Google DoubleClick - ad targeting 1 year Third-party

Personalization Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences, language settings, and providing personalized content recommendations.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Type
user_preferences Stores your site preferences 1 year First-party
language Remembers your language preference 1 year First-party
theme Remembers your theme preference (light/dark) 1 year First-party

Third-Party Services

We use various third-party services that may set their own cookies. These services include:

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to track and report website traffic anonymously.

Facebook Pixel

We use Facebook Pixel to measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns and to show you relevant ads on Facebook and Instagram.

We use Google Ads for advertising and conversion tracking across Google's advertising network.

You can manage your cookie preferences at any time using our cookie consent tool. You can:

  • Accept or reject different categories of cookies
  • Change your preferences at any time
  • Withdraw your consent

Browser Settings

You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

  • View cookies stored on your device
  • Delete cookies
  • Block cookies from specific sites
  • Block all cookies (may affect website functionality)

Browser-specific instructions:

  • Google Chrome
  • Mozilla Firefox
  • Safari
  • Microsoft Edge

Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that lets you tell websites you do not want to be tracked. We respect Do Not Track signals and will not track users who have enabled this feature in their browser.

International Data Transfers

Some of our third-party service providers may transfer and process your data outside of your country of residence. When this happens, we ensure that:

  • Adequate data protection measures are in place
  • Data is processed in accordance with applicable privacy laws
  • Appropriate safeguards are implemented

Data Retention

We retain cookie data for different periods depending on the type of cookie:

  • Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Analytics cookies: Typically retained for 2 years
  • Marketing cookies: Typically retained for 3–12 months
  • Preference cookies: Retained until you change your preferences or delete them

Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding cookies and personal data:

  • Right to consent: Choose which cookies to accept
  • Right to withdraw consent: Change your mind at any time
  • Right to access: Know what data we collect about you
  • Right to deletion: Request deletion of your data
  • Right to portability: Request a copy of your data
  • Right to object: Object to certain types of processing

To exercise these rights, please contact us at privacy@usagey.com.

Children's Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 through cookies or any other means. If we become aware that a child under 13 has provided us with personal information, we will take steps to delete such information.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or applicable laws. When we make changes, we will:

  • Update the "Last updated" date at the top of this policy
  • Notify you of significant changes via email or website notice
  • Obtain new consent if required by law

We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

This Cookie Policy is effective as of [10/07/2025] and was last updated on [10/07/2025].