Cookie Policy
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how DS WebDesign (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website www.davidshawwebdesign.com. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as outlined in this policy.
For more details about how we collect and use your data, refer to our Privacy Policy & Terms of Service.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help improve user experience by remembering preferences, enabling certain functionalities, and collecting information about user behavior.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the operation of our website, allowing you to navigate and use its features. Without these cookies, services such as secure login cannot be provided.
• cookieyes-consent: Stores users’ consent preferences. Domain: davidshawwebdesign.com. Duration: 1 year.
3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, including which pages are most visited. This helps us improve our website’s performance and user experience.
• _ga: Used by Google Analytics to track and store visitor interactions, session, and campaign data. Domain: davidshawwebdesign.com. Duration: 1 year 1 month 4 days.
• ga*:: Tracks page views on the website. Domain: davidshawwebdesign.com. Duration: 1 year 1 month 4 days.
3.3 Advertising and Targeting Cookies
These cookies are used to display relevant ads to users and measure the effectiveness of marketing campaigns. They track browsing activity across websites.
• test_cookie: Determines if the user’s browser supports cookies. Domain: doubleclick.net. Duration: 15 minutes.
• IDE: Used by Google DoubleClick to store information about how the user interacts with the website to serve targeted ads. Domain: doubleclick.net. Duration: 1 year 24 days.
• _gcl_au: Set by Google Tag Manager to experiment with ad efficiency. Domain: davidshawwebdesign.com. Duration: 3 months.
3.4 Security and Functionality Cookies
These cookies ensure security and help the website function as expected.
• rc::c: Set by Google reCAPTCHA to identify bots and prevent spam attacks. Domain: google.com. Duration: session.
• rc::a: Helps protect the site from spam and abuse. Domain: google.com. Duration: never expires.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services, such as Google Analytics and Google Ads. These cookies help us understand how users interact with our site and enable personalized advertising.
5. How You Can Manage Cookies
You have the option to accept or reject cookies. You can also manage your preferences through your browser settings.
• Opt-out of Google Analytics: You can opt out of being tracked by Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
• Browser Settings: Refer to your browser’s help section to find out how to manage cookies or block them entirely.
6. Consent to Use Cookies
When you first visit our website, we will ask for your consent to use cookies. You may choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences.
7. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or the law. We encourage you to review this page regularly for the latest updates.
8. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
• Company Name: DS WebDesign
• Email: info@davidshawwebdesign.com
• Address: 3236 Harold Dr NE, Salem, OR 97305