This page provides comprehensive information about how we use cookies on our website to enhance your browsing experience, improve website performance, and deliver personalized content.
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit our site. They help us understand how visitors interact with our website, allowing us to offer a smoother and more efficient user experience.
In the table below, you will find detailed information about each type of cookie we use, their purpose, and how long they remain on your device. We are committed to respecting your privacy and providing transparency about the data we collect through cookies.
For more information on how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.
Essential Cookies
Essential cookies enable basic functions and are necessary for the proper functioning of the website. Without these cookies, core features like commenting and logging in would not work.
| Name | Description | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| wpconsent_preferences | Stores the user’s cookie consent preferences | 30 days |
| comment_author | Tracks the user across multiple sessions for comment functionality | Session |
| comment_author_email | Stores email for comment functionality | Session |
| comment_author_url | Stores URL for comment functionality | Session |
| wordpress_test_cookie | Determines if browser accepts cookies | Session |
| wp-settings-{UID} | Customizes the admin interface | 1 year |
| wp_post_preview_draft | Allows previewing unpublished posts | Session |
Authentication Cookies
These cookies are used when you log into the website (admin or customer account).
| Name | Description | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| wordpress_logged_in_{hash} | Identifies you as logged in | 2 days (2 weeks with “Remember Me”) |
| wp-settings-time-{UID} | Saves screen display choices | 1 year |
| woocommerce_cart_hash | Maintains cart contents across pages | Session |
| woocommerce_items_in_cart | Tracks number of items in cart | Session |
Statistics Cookies (Analytics)
Statistics cookies collect information anonymously. This information helps us understand how visitors use our website so we can improve performance and content.
We use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to track website traffic and user behavior.
| Name | Description | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | ID used to identify users | 2 years |
| _gid | ID used to identify users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Used to monitor number of Google Analytics server requests (throttling) | 1 minute |
| ga{ID} | Specific user instance identifier | 2 years |
| gac{ID} | Contains information related to marketing campaigns (shared with Google Ads if accounts are linked) | 90 days |
How to Opt Out of Analytics Tracking
You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on. Alternatively, you may configure your browser settings to block cookies (see below).
Learn More About Google Analytics
- Google Analytics Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Google Privacy & Terms: https://policies.google.com
Third-Party Cookies
Articles on this site may include embedded content from other websites (e.g., videos, images, articles). These websites may use their own cookies to track your interaction with the embedded content. We do not control these cookies.
| Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| YouTube/Vimeo | Embedded video tracking | Varies |
| Social Media Platforms | Share buttons, embeds | Varies |
Managing Cookie Preferences
You can control cookies in several ways:
- Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can delete existing cookies and block future cookies from being set.
- Do Not Track: Some browsers support a “Do Not Track” signal, which requests websites not to track your browsing activity.
- Consent Management: We use a cookie consent banner on first visit. You can update your preferences at any time via our Cookie Consent widget.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new policy on this page and updating the “Effective Date” at the top. You are advised to review this policy periodically for any changes.
Contact Us
For questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Website Contact: https://www.nataliemootz.com/contact/
Business Address: Huntington Beach, Orange County, California, USA