Cookie Policy for California Social Labs

Last updated: December 20, 2024

This Cookie Policy explains how California Social Labs ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

What Are Cookies?

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

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.

  • Analytics Cookies: We use Google Analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect information about your use of our website, including:

    • The pages you visit
    • How long you spend on each page
    • How you got to the site
    • What you click on while you're visiting the site

    This information helps us improve our website's functionality and content. The analytics cookies used include:

    • _ga: Used to distinguish users (expires after 2 years)
    • _gid: Used to distinguish users (expires after 24 hours)
    • _gat: Used to throttle request rate (expires after 1 minute)

  • Preference Cookies: These cookies enable the website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or the region you are in) to provide a more personalized experience.

Types of Cookies We Use

  1. Session Cookies: These temporary cookies are erased when you close your browser. They enable the website to track your movement from page to page so you don't have to repeatedly enter the same information.

  2. Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device until they expire or you delete them. They help us remember your preferences for when you visit again.

Cookie Consent (GDPR Compliance)

Under the GDPR and ePrivacy regulations, we are required to obtain your consent for any cookies that are not strictly necessary for the functioning of our website. When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner that allows you to:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Manage your cookie preferences
  • Access detailed information about the cookies we use

You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.

Google Analytics Data Processing

Google Analytics cookies collect information in an anonymous form, including:

  • The number of visitors to the site
  • Where visitors have come to the site from
  • The pages they visited
  • The device, browser, and operating system used

We have configured Google Analytics to:

  • Anonymize IP addresses before processing
  • Disable data sharing with Google where possible
  • Store data for a maximum of 26 months

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Here's how to manage cookies in common browsers:

  • Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Enhanced Tracking Protection
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy
  • Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services

You can also opt out of Google Analytics tracking specifically by:

  1. Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
  2. Enabling "Do Not Track" in your browser settings
  3. Adjusting your cookie preferences on our website

Please note that limiting cookies may impact your experience of our website, as some features may not function properly.

Third-Party Cookies

Besides Google Analytics, we may use other third-party services that set cookies. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review. We regularly review our relationships with third-party providers to ensure they comply with applicable data protection laws.

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy, please contact us at contact@calsocial.org.

This policy is intended to help you understand how and why we use cookies. By continuing to browse our site, you are agreeing to our use of cookies as described above.