Cookie Policy

Cookie Policy

updated effective date: 8/9/2025

1. Introduction

Welcome to Conscious Golfer ('we', 'us', 'our'). We use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website ConsciousGolfer.net(‘Website’). This policy explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.

This policy is designed to ensure compliance with relevant privacy legislation, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, your choices regarding cookies, and further information about cookies.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website.  They allow the website to recognize your device, store your preferences, and understand how you interact with the site.

Cookies are just one type of tracker. You likely use others.

2.1 What are similar tracking technologies?

In addition to cookies, we may use other similar tracking technologies such as web beacons (clear gifs), pixels, and local storage. These technologies operate similarly to cookies and are used for the same purposes outlined in this policy. For simplicity, we refer to all these technologies as 'cookies' in this policy.

3. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for various purposes, including:

  • Essential Cookies: These cookies enable our Website to function properly.  They enable core functionalities such as security, network management, and accessibility.
  • Performance and Analytics Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They allow us to improve the performance and user experience of our site.
  • Functionality Cookies: These cookies enable the Website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and choices.
  • Advertising and Targeting Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They may also limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

4.1 First-Party Cookies

First-party cookies are set by us. They are primarily used to enable basic site functionality.

4.2 Third-Party Cookies

Third-party cookies are set by external services we use to enhance our site, such as analytics and advertising partners.

4.3 Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary and expire once you close your browser.

4.4 Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.

5. Cookies We Use

Cookie Name

Purpose

Type

Expiration

PHPSESSID

Maintains user session variables

Essential

Session

_ga

Google Analytics tracking

Analytics

2 years

_gat

Throttle request rate to Google Analytics

Analytics

1 minute

_gid

Distinguish users for Google Analytics

Analytics

24 hours

cookie consent

Stores user's consent to use of cookies

Functionality

1 year

fr

Facebook advertising and analytics

Advertising

3 months

6. Your Privacy Rights

You have the right to access, correct, or delete the personal data we hold about you. You also have the right to object to or restrict certain processing activities.

7. Managing and Disabling Cookies

7.1 Browser Settings

You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings. Below are links to instructions for popular browsers:

7.2 Opt-Out Options

Google Analytics Opt-Out: You can prevent Google Analytics from collecting your data by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Advertising Cookies: You can opt out of targeted advertising by visiting:

    • Network Advertising Initiative
    • Digital Advertising Alliance

Note: Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our Website and your ability to access certain features.

8. Consent to Use Cookies

When you visit our Website for the first time, you will see a cookie consent banner informing you about the use of cookies. By clicking "Accept" or continuing to use the Website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.

9. Data Transfers

International Transfers

Some of our third-party providers are in countries outside the European Economic Area (EEA) which may not offer the same level of data protection. We ensure any such transfers are made in compliance with applicable data protection laws, typically relying on Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission to safeguard your data.

10. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our operations. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us:

Conscious Golfer

312 W. 2nd St. Unit A1835

Casper, WY 82601

USA

support@consciousgolfer.net

12. Additional Information

For more detailed information about cookies and how they are used, you may refer to:

 

Thank you for visiting Conscious Golfer!

We appreciate your interest and are committed to protecting your privacy.