Last Updated: September 19, 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Cookful Hub (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, https://stirandsmile.com (the “Site”).

This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service. By using our Site, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this Cookie Policy.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device) when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work more efficiently and to provide reporting information.

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Cookful Hub) are called “first-party cookies.” Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called “third-party cookies.” Third-party cookies enable features or functionality to be provided on or through the website (such as advertising, interactive content, and analytics).

Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several reasons:

1. Essential functionality – To enable core features of the Site
2. Performance and analytics – To understand how visitors use our Site
3. Personalization – To remember your preferences and settings
4. Advertising – To deliver relevant advertisements to you
5. Social media – To enable social sharing features

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Site to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you which amount to a request for services, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

Examples:

• Session cookies to remember your logged-in state
• Security cookies to authenticate users and prevent fraudulent use
• Cookie consent preferences

Duration: Session or up to 1 year

Can be disabled: No (Site functionality will be impaired)

First-party cookies we use:

• cookieconsent_status – Stores your cookie consent preferences
• PHPSESSID or wordpress_logged_in_* – Session management (if using WordPress)

2. Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our Site. They help us understand which pages are most and least popular and see how visitors move around the Site.

All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous. If you do not allow these cookies, we will not know when you have visited our Site and will not be able to monitor its performance.

Google Analytics Cookies:

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Type
_ga	Distinguishes unique users	2 years	Third-party
_gid	Distinguishes unique users	24 hours	Third-party
_gat	Throttles request rate	1 minute	Third-party
_ga_<container-id>	Persists session state	2 years	Third-party

Provider: Google LLC More information: https://policies.google.com/technologies/cookies

Can be disabled: Yes, through browser settings or Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

3. Functionality Cookies

These cookies enable the Site to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

Examples:

• Remembering your username (if you have an account)
• Storing your language preferences
• Remembering your font size or display preferences
• Saving items in a shopping cart or wishlist

Duration: Session to 1 year

Can be disabled: Yes, but some features may not work properly

Cookies we may use:

• Comment author cookies (WordPress)
• Preference cookies for display settings

4. Targeting and Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our Site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites. They work by uniquely identifying your browser and device.

If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.

Google AdSense Cookies:

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration	Type
__gads	Registers ad views and actions	13 months	Third-party
__gac	Contains campaign information	90 days	Third-party
IDE	Used for ad targeting	13 months	Third-party
DSID	Identifies logged-in users	14 days	Third-party
NID	Stores preferences and information	6 months	Third-party
1P_JAR	Gathers website statistics	30 days	Third-party
CONSENT	Stores consent state	20 years	Third-party

Provider: Google LLC (DoubleClick) More information: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads

Other Advertising Partners: We may also use cookies from other advertising networks such as:

• Media.net
• Amazon Associates
• Other affiliate networks

Can be disabled: Yes, see “How to Control Cookies” section below

5. Social Media Cookies

These cookies are set by social media services that we have added to the Site to enable you to share our content with your friends and networks. They are capable of tracking your browser across other sites and building up a profile of your interests.

Social media platforms we integrate:

• Facebook
• Instagram
• Pinterest
• Twitter/X
• YouTube

Examples:

• Facebook: fr, datr, sb, c_user
• Pinterest: _pinterest_sess, _auth
• Twitter: personalization_id, guest_id

Duration: Varies by platform (typically 1-2 years)

Can be disabled: Yes, through browser settings and platform privacy controls

Privacy policies:

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation
• Pinterest: https://policy.pinterest.com/privacy-policy
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/privacy

Detailed Cookie List

Below is a comprehensive list of cookies that may be set when you visit our Site:

First-Party Cookies

Cookie Name	Purpose	Category	Duration
cookieconsent_status	Stores your cookie consent choice	Necessary	1 year
wordpress_test_cookie	Tests cookie functionality	Necessary	Session
wordpress_logged_in_*	Authentication for logged-in users	Necessary	Session
wp-settings-*	Customizes WordPress interface	Functionality	1 year
comment_author_*	Remembers comment author details	Functionality	1 year

Third-Party Cookies

Google Analytics

• _ga, _gid, _gat, _ga_<container-id> – Analytics and tracking

Google AdSense/DoubleClick

• __gads, __gac, IDE, DSID, NID, 1P_JAR, CONSENT, ANID – Advertising and tracking

Facebook

• fr, datr, sb, c_user, xs – Social media integration and tracking

Pinterest

• _pinterest_sess, _auth, _routing_id – Social sharing

Other Third Parties

• Various cookies from content delivery networks (CDNs)
• Video player cookies (if embedding YouTube videos)

How to Control Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences through:

1. Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our Site, you will see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences

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

2. Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here’s how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

Google Chrome:

1. Click the three dots menu > Settings
2. Click “Privacy and security” > “Cookies and other site data”
3. Choose your preferred settings
4. More info: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647

Mozilla Firefox:

1. Click the menu button > Settings
2. Select “Privacy & Security”
3. Under “Cookies and Site Data,” adjust settings
4. More info: https://support.mozilla.org/kb/enhanced-tracking-protection-firefox-desktop

Safari:

1. Click Safari > Preferences
2. Click “Privacy”
3. Choose your cookie preferences
4. More info: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471

Microsoft Edge:

1. Click the three dots menu > Settings
2. Click “Cookies and site permissions”
3. Click “Manage and delete cookies and site data”
4. More info: https://support.microsoft.com/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-63947406-40ac-c3b8-57b9-2a946a29ae09

Blocking all cookies: You can set your browser to block all cookies. However, if you do this, some parts of our Site may not function properly.

3. Third-Party Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of interest-based advertising through these industry opt-out platforms:

For US Users:

• Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): http://www.aboutads.info/choices/
• Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): http://www.networkadvertising.org/choices/

For EU Users:

• European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance (EDAA): http://www.youronlinechoices.eu/

For Canadian Users:

• Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada (DAAC): https://youradchoices.ca/

Google-Specific Opt-Outs:

• Google Ads Settings: https://www.google.com/settings/ads
• Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

4. Mobile Device Settings

iOS (iPhone/iPad):

1. Settings > Privacy > Tracking
2. Turn off “Allow Apps to Request to Track”

Android:

1. Settings > Google > Ads
2. Turn on “Opt out of Ads Personalization”

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. Our Site does not currently respond to DNT signals, but you can use the cookie controls described above to manage tracking.

Cookie Lifespan

Cookies have different lifespans:

Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.

Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device until they expire or you delete them. Expiration periods vary:

• Short-term: 24 hours to 30 days
• Medium-term: 1 month to 1 year
• Long-term: 1 year to 20 years (typically consent cookies)

Web Beacons and Pixels

In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:

Web Beacons (also called pixels or clear GIFs): Small graphic images embedded in web pages or emails that allow us to track page views, email opens, and conversions.

Local Storage: Browser storage that allows websites to store data locally on your device. Used similarly to cookies but can store more data.

Flash Cookies (LSOs): Stored by Adobe Flash Player. To manage Flash cookies, visit: http://www.macromedia.com/support/documentation/en/flashplayer/help/settings_manager.html

Third-Party Services Using Cookies

Google Services

Google Analytics

• Purpose: Website analytics and performance tracking
• Data collected: Browsing behavior, device information, demographics
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout

Google AdSense

• Purpose: Display advertisements
• Data collected: Ad views, clicks, browsing behavior
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
• Opt-out: https://www.google.com/settings/ads

Google Fonts

• Purpose: Display web fonts
• Data collected: IP address, user agent
• Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy

Email Marketing Services

If we use email marketing platforms (e.g., Mailchimp, ConvertKit), they may use tracking pixels to:

• Track email opens
• Track link clicks
• Measure campaign performance

You can disable image loading in your email client to prevent tracking pixels from working.

Social Media Platforms

When you interact with social media buttons or embedded content:

• Facebook: May set cookies even if you don’t click, if you’re logged into Facebook
• Pinterest: Sets cookies when you use Pin It buttons
• Twitter: Sets cookies for embedded tweets
• YouTube: Sets cookies for embedded videos

Content Delivery Networks (CDNs)

We may use CDNs to deliver content faster:

• Cloudflare: May set cookies for security and performance
• Other CDNs: Various cookies for content delivery optimization

Cookies and Personal Data

Some cookies may collect and process personal data. Under GDPR and other privacy laws:

Legal Basis for Cookie Use:

• Strictly Necessary Cookies: Legitimate interest (no consent required)
• Analytics Cookies: Consent or legitimate interest (depending on jurisdiction)
• Advertising Cookies: Consent required
• Functionality Cookies: Consent or legitimate interest

Your Rights: You have the right to:

• Know what cookies are being set
• Consent to or refuse cookies
• Withdraw consent at any time
• Access data collected through cookies
• Request deletion of cookie data

See our Privacy Policy for more information about your data rights.

International Users

EU/EEA Users (GDPR)

Under the EU ePrivacy Directive and GDPR:

• We obtain your consent before setting non-essential cookies
• You can withdraw consent at any time
• We provide clear information about all cookies used

UK Users

Following Brexit, UK cookie laws remain similar to EU law under the UK GDPR and Privacy and Electronic Communications Regulations (PECR).

California Users (CCPA/CPRA)

California residents can opt out of the “sale” of personal information, which may include data collected through advertising cookies. Use the opt-out tools in Section “How to Control Cookies.”

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:

• The cookies we use
• Privacy regulations
• Our business practices

When we make material changes, we will:

• Update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy
• Notify you through a banner on our Site
• Request renewed consent if required by law

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically.

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, please be aware that:

Site functionality may be affected:

• You may not be able to log in or stay logged in
• Your preferences and settings won’t be saved
• Some interactive features may not work
• You may need to re-enter information

Your experience may be impacted:

• You may see less relevant advertisements
• We won’t be able to personalize content for you
• Site performance may be slower
• Some pages may not display correctly

We recommend: Keeping essential cookies enabled for the best experience.

Questions and Contact Information

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Cookful Hub

Email: contact@stirandsmile.com

Website: https://stirandsmile.com

For general privacy inquiries, please see our Privacy Policy.

Additional Resources

For more information about cookies and online privacy:

• About Cookies: https://www.aboutcookies.org/
• All About Cookies: https://www.allaboutcookies.org/
• EU Cookie Law: https://ec.europa.eu/info/law/law-topic/data-protection/reform/rules-business-and-organisations/principles-gdpr/cookies-and-similar-technologies_en
• ICO (UK) Guidance on Cookies: https://ico.org.uk/for-organisations/guide-to-pecr/cookies-and-similar-technologies/
• FTC (US) Consumer Information: https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-protect-your-privacy-online

Summary

Quick Reference:

✓ Essential Cookies: Always active (necessary for site function) ✓ Analytics Cookies: Track site usage (Google Analytics) ✓ Advertising Cookies: Show relevant ads (Google AdSense) ✓ Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences ✓ Social Media Cookies: Enable social sharing

You Can:

• Accept or reject cookies through our banner
• Change preferences anytime via Cookie Settings
• Use browser settings to block cookies
• Opt out of personalized ads

Duration: Session to 2 years (most common: 1 year)

Control: You have full control over cookie settings

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Related Policies:

• Privacy Policy
• Terms of Service