Welcome to Texas Answers. This Cookies Policy explains how and why Texas Answers (“we”, “our”, or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website texasanswers.com (“Website”). We are committed to protecting your privacy and providing you with a transparent understanding of how cookies function on our site.
This policy is designed to comply with international privacy standards, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable privacy laws.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files that are stored on your device (computer, mobile phone, tablet, or other internet-enabled devices) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, as well as to provide reporting information and assist with personalization and targeted advertising.
Cookies do not typically contain any information that personally identifies a user, but personal information that we store about you may be linked to the information stored in and obtained from cookies.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience, provide personalized content, analyze our website traffic, and serve relevant advertisements. Specifically, we use cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: To enable the core functionality of the website, such as security, network management, and accessibility.
- Performance Cookies: To collect data on how users interact with our website, helping us improve its functionality and design.
- Functionality Cookies: To remember your preferences, such as language or location, to provide a more personalized experience.
- Advertising Cookies: To deliver relevant advertisements and track ad performance.
- Analytics Cookies: To understand user behavior through tools like Google Analytics.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1. First-Party Cookies
These are cookies set by Texas Answers directly on your device. They are usually used to enable essential website features, maintain user sessions, and store preferences.
3.2. Third-Party Cookies
These cookies are set by other domains or services integrated into our website. Third-party cookies are used for analytics, advertising, and social media features.
Examples include:
- Google Analytics
- Facebook Pixel
- YouTube embedded videos
- Affiliate marketing networks
- AdSense/DoubleClick
3.3. Session vs. Persistent Cookies
- Session Cookies: These are temporary and expire once you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until deleted manually.
4. Cookies in Detail
Here are examples of cookies we may use on our website:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
cookieConsent | Essential | Stores user consent for cookie usage | 1 year |
_ga | Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users | 2 years |
_gid | Analytics | Used to track user behavior and interaction | 24 hours |
_gat | Performance | Throttles request rate to Google Analytics | 1 minute |
fbp | Advertising | Used by Facebook to deliver targeted ads | 3 months |
YSC | YouTube | Tracks views of embedded YouTube videos | Session |
IDE | Advertising | Used by Google to track ad performance | 1 year |
Note: The actual cookies may vary over time as we update or change our service integrations.
5. Managing Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences through:
5.1. Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can block or delete cookies at any time by adjusting your browser settings. However, disabling some cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
Browser Instructions:
- Google Chrome: chrome://settings/cookies
- Mozilla Firefox: Tools > Options > Privacy & Security
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Site permissions > Cookies and site data
5.2. Opt-Out Tools
- Google Analytics: Opt-Out Browser Add-on
- Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA): optout.aboutads.info
- Network Advertising Initiative (NAI): optout.networkadvertising.org
5.3. Cookie Consent Banner
On your first visit to our site, we present a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept, reject, or customize cookie preferences.
6. Consent to Use Cookies
When you visit Texas Answers, we may ask for your explicit consent before placing cookies on your device. By continuing to use our website after seeing the cookie banner, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy unless you choose to manage or withdraw your consent.
You may withdraw your consent at any time by changing your cookie settings.
7. Third-Party Cookies and Services
We may allow third-party companies to set cookies on your device to provide analytics services, advertising, or content personalization. These third parties may collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites.
Some of these include:
- Google (Google Analytics, AdSense, DoubleClick)
- YouTube
- Amazon Affiliate Program
We do not have control over these third-party cookies. Please consult the respective privacy policies of these third-party providers.
8. Cookies for Advertising and Retargeting
We use advertising cookies to deliver more relevant advertisements based on your interests and behavior. These may include:
- Frequency capping to avoid showing the same ad multiple times
- Ad performance measurement and reporting
- Retargeting based on previous website visits
We partner with advertising platforms such as:
- Google Ads
- Facebook Ads
- Amazon Associates
- Taboola/Outbrain (if applicable)
If you do not wish to receive personalized advertising, you can adjust your ad preferences directly with the platforms.
9. Cookies and Affiliate Links
Some content on Texas Answers may contain affiliate links. When you click these links, cookies may be set to track referrals and sales for commission purposes. These cookies do not identify you personally and are used solely for affiliate marketing tracking.
We are a participant in programs like:
- Amazon Services LLC Associates Program
- Commission Junction (CJ)
- ShareASale
- Impact
These platforms may place cookies to identify referral sources.
10. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” feature. As of now, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals, so Texas Answers does not currently respond to these signals. However, you can manage your cookie preferences directly using the tools we have provided.
11. International Users and GDPR Compliance
If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), United Kingdom (UK), or Switzerland, the following rights apply:
- Right to access: You can request access to the personal data we collect via cookies.
- Right to rectification: You may ask to correct any inaccurate data.
- Right to erasure: You may request deletion of personal data we hold about you.
- Right to restrict processing: You can limit how we use your data.
- Right to data portability
- Right to object
To exercise your rights, contact us at [Insert Email Address]. We will respond within 30 days.
12. California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA)
If you are a California resident, the CCPA provides you with specific rights regarding your personal information, including:
- The right to know what personal data is being collected
- The right to request deletion of personal data
- The right to opt-out of the sale of personal data
Texas Answers does not sell your personal data. To make a CCPA-related request, please email us at [Insert Email Address].
13. How We Protect Your Data
We take appropriate technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.
These measures include:
- Encrypted data transfer via SSL
- Limited access to cookie data
- Regular security audits and updates
14. Children’s Privacy
Our site is not directed at children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly use cookies to collect data from children. If you are a parent or guardian and believe we have collected data from your child without consent, please contact us immediately.
15. Changes to This Cookies Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our services. When we do, we will revise the “Effective Date” at the top of this policy.
We encourage you to review this page periodically for any updates.
16. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our Cookies Policy or your data rights, please contact us:
Texas Answers Support
Website: https://texasanswers.com/
Email: marketing@euroseoservices.com