1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help recognize your device and remember preferences, settings, or track usage.
We also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixel tags, local storage, and analytics scripts hereafter referred to as “cookies” collectively.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies:
| Category | Purpose | Duration | Examples |
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| Essential / Strictly Necessary | Required for basic site operation (navigation, security, login) | Session or persistent | Session ID, authentication cookies |
| Performance / Analytics | Collect anonymous data about how visitors use the site (pages visited, errors) | Persistent (often 30 days or more) | Google Analytics, internal analytics |
| Functional / Preferences | Remember your preferences (language, display settings) | Persistent | Language preference, theme choice |
| Marketing / Advertising | Deliver relevant ads, measure ad effectiveness | Persistent (often 30 days to 1 year) | Third-party ad networks, retargeting cookies |
3. Specific Cookies We Use
Here are some cookies we typically use:
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_ga,_gid— Google Analytics tracking -
_gat,_gac— Google Analytics performance -
Session cookies — for logged-in states or form submissions
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Third‑party cookies — for embedding content or ads
Because we may use third-party service providers (analytics, ad networks), those may set their own cookies on your device.
4. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
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Enable and improve site navigation
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Remember your preferences and settings
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Analyze usage trends, user behavior and site performance
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Provide, personalize, and measure advertisements
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Secure our services and detect misuse
5. Cookie Consent & Management
When you first visit our Site, you may see a cookie banner or popup. You can accept or reject non-essential cookies (analytics, marketing). Essential cookies are always active and cannot be disabled via our banner because they are necessary for the site to function.
You may manage cookies and opt-out via:
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Browser settings (usually under Settings → Privacy / Cookies)
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Do Not Track settings
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Third-party opt-out tools (e.g. Google Analytics opt-out browser add-on)
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Cookie preference panel on our Site (if available)
If you disable cookies, some features (e.g. quotes, login, preferences) may not work or may be limited in performance.
6. Third‑Party Cookies & Embedded Content
Our Site may include third-party content (e.g. videos, social media feeds) that sets its own cookies. We do not control these cookies. Please review those third parties’ cookie policies separately.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this policy from time to time. The “Last Updated” date will reflect changes. We encourage you to revisit this page periodically.
8. Contact Us
For any questions or concerns about our cookie use, contact us at:
Email:jimac@jimacinternational.com
Address:123 Big City, New York