Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how glendashaw.com uses cookies and similar tools. We use them to keep the site reliable and useful. This page also shows how you can manage your choices.
What this Cookie Policy covers
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit. They help the site remember basic settings and load more smoothly. They also help us understand how people move through the pages. We aim to be clear about what we collect and why. For personal data details, see our Privacy Policy.
How cookies support your visit
Some cookies keep core features working as expected. Others help us improve performance over time. We may also use cookies to show content that fits your interests. Together, these tools support a smoother browsing experience. We do not want surprises. That is why this page lists the main purposes below.
Types, purpose, and storage time
The table that follows lists each cookie category we use. It explains the purpose of each type. It also notes how long that cookie can remain on your device. Please review the table when you want the full details. If a vendor or tool changes, we update this page. For a plain overview of browser cookies in general, see All About Cookies.
Essential
Essential cookies enable basic functions and are necessary for the proper function of the website.
| Name | Description | Duration |
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| wpconsent_preferences | This cookie is used to store the user's cookie consent preferences. | 30 days |
Comments
These cookies are needed for adding comments on this website.
| Name | Description | Duration |
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| comment_author_email | Used to track the user across multiple sessions. | Session |
| comment_author_url | Used to track the user across multiple sessions. | Session |
| comment_author | Used to track the user across multiple sessions. | Session |
Statistics
Statistics cookies collect information anonymously. This information helps us understand how visitors use our website.
Google Analytics
Google Analytics is a powerful tool that tracks and analyzes website traffic for informed marketing decisions.
Learn more| Name | Description | Duration |
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| _gat | Used to monitor number of Google Analytics server requests when using Google Tag Manager | 1 minute |
| _gid | ID used to identify users for 24 hours after last activity | 24 hours |
| _ga_ | ID used to identify users | 2 years |
| _gali | Used by Google Analytics to determine which links on a page are being clicked | 30 seconds |
| __utmx | Used to determine whether a user is included in an A / B or Multivariate test. | 18 months |
| _ga | ID used to identify users | 2 years |
| __utmv | Contains custom information set by the web developer via the _setCustomVar method in Google Analytics. This cookie is updated every time new data is sent to the Google Analytics server. | 2 years after last activity |
| __utmz | Contains information about the traffic source or campaign that directed user to the website. The cookie is set when the GA.js javascript is loaded and updated when data is sent to the Google Anaytics server | 6 months after last activity |
| __utmc | Used only with old Urchin versions of Google Analytics and not with GA.js. Was used to distinguish between new sessions and visits at the end of a session. | End of session (browser) |
| __utmt | Used to monitor number of Google Analytics server requests | 10 minutes |
| __utmb | Used to distinguish new sessions and visits. This cookie is set when the GA.js javascript library is loaded and there is no existing __utmb cookie. The cookie is updated every time data is sent to the Google Analytics server. | 30 minutes after last activity |
| __utma | ID used to identify users and sessions | 2 years after last activity |
| _gac_ | Contains information related to marketing campaigns of the user. These are shared with Google AdWords / Google Ads when the Google Ads and Google Analytics accounts are linked together. | 90 days |
Managing Cookie Policy choices
You can control cookies through your browser settings. You may also use any consent tools shown on this site. Blocking some cookies can limit certain features. Essential cookies may still be needed for the site to run. If you have a question about this policy, please contact Glenda Mays Shaw.
When we update this page
We may revise these terms when our tools or practices change. The updated page will appear here when that happens. We encourage you to check back from time to time. Your continued use of the site after an update means you have seen the new terms. Thank you for reading and for visiting glendashaw.com.
