Cookie Policy

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how SEOWebster ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website seowebster.com, and how you can manage your cookie preferences.

This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides additional information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

2. What Are Cookies?

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

Cookies allow a website to recognize your device and store some information about your preferences or past actions. This enables websites to:

• Remember your preferences and settings
• Improve website functionality and user experience
• Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
• Provide personalized content
• Enable certain features and services

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. These cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for the website to work.

Examples:

• seowebster_ai_anon: an anonymous session identifier (httpOnly, valid for about 30 days) used to apply fair-use limits on our free AI chat assistant. It does not identify you personally; your IP address is one-way hashed and never stored in plain text.
• Session management and security cookies

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve the website's performance and user experience.

Examples:

• Google Analytics cookies (to track website usage and performance)
• Microsoft Clarity cookies (anonymized behavioral analytics: clicks, scrolling, and session recordings that help us improve usability)
• Page view and session duration tracking

3.3 Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.

Examples:

• Language preference cookies
• Region or location-based settings
• User interface customization cookies

3.4 Third-Party Widget Cookies

Some features on our site are provided by third parties that may set their own cookies when you interact with them.

Examples:

• Calendly (our consultation booking widget) sets cookies when you schedule a call
• Social media platform cookies (if you use social sharing features)

We do not currently run advertising, retargeting, or remarketing cookies on this website.

4. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

• Website Functionality: To ensure our website works correctly and provides you with the features you expect
• User Experience: To remember your preferences and provide a personalized browsing experience
• Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website, which pages are most popular, and how we can improve our content and services
• Security: To protect against fraud and ensure the security of our website and users
• Marketing: To deliver relevant advertisements and measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns
• Performance: To optimize website performance and loading times

5. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and provide enhanced functionality. These third-party services may set their own cookies on your device.

5.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and user behavior. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information about how visitors use our website. This information is used to compile reports and help us improve the website.

For more information about Google Analytics cookies, visit: Google Privacy Policy

5.2 Social Media Platforms

Our website may include social media features, such as sharing buttons. These features may set cookies on your device. We do not control these cookies, and you should review the privacy policies of the relevant social media platforms.

5.3 Other Third-Party Services

We may use other third-party services that set cookies, including but not limited to:

• Payment processors
• Customer support tools
• Email marketing platforms
• Content delivery networks

6. Cookie Duration

6.1 Session Cookies

Session cookies are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. These cookies are used to maintain your session while you navigate our website.

6.2 Persistent Cookies

Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. These cookies help us remember your preferences and improve your experience on future visits.

The duration of persistent cookies varies depending on their purpose. Some cookies may remain on your device for days, weeks, months, or years, depending on their expiration date.

7. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You have the right to accept or reject cookies. Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can usually modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer.

7.1 Browser Settings

You can control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• View what cookies are stored on your device
• Delete cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

Instructions for popular browsers:

• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions

7.2 Opt-Out Tools

You can also opt out of certain third-party cookies using opt-out tools provided by those services:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Digital Advertising Alliance: Your Ad Choices
• Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Opt-Out

7.3 Impact of Disabling Cookies

Please note that disabling cookies may impact your experience on our website. Some features may not function properly if cookies are disabled, including:

• Remembering your preferences and settings
• Accessing certain areas of the website
• Using interactive features
• Receiving personalized content

8. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Currently, there is no standard for how DNT signals should be interpreted. As a result, our website does not currently respond to DNT browser signals or mechanisms.

However, you can control cookies through your browser settings as described above, regardless of whether your browser sends a DNT signal.

9. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on this page
• Updating the "Last updated" date
• Displaying a notice on our website (for significant changes)

Your continued use of our website after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated Cookie Policy.

10. Contact Us

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