Cookie Policy
Last updated: [DATE, e.g., February 17, 2026]
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are and how we use them on coastalfloridacounseling.com (the “Site”). You should read this policy to understand what types of cookies we use, what information we collect through them, and how you can control their use.
If you have questions about this policy, you can contact us at [YOUR-EMAIL] or through the contact information published on the Site.
1. What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They allow the Site to remember your actions and preferences (such as language, font size, and other display options) over time, so you don’t have to reconfigure them each time you visit.
Cookies can be:
- First-party cookies: Set directly by the site you’re visiting.
- Third-party cookies: Set by a domain other than the site you’re visiting, such as analytics tools or embedded content.
2. How we use cookies
We use first-party and third-party cookies for various purposes, mainly to:
- Make the Site work correctly and securely.
- Remember basic user preferences (e.g., language, region).
- Understand how visitors use the Site (Google Analytics).
- Show relevant content or ads (Meta Pixel).
- Process contact or appointment forms.
We do not use cookies to read information from other sites or install programs on your device.
3. Types of cookies we use
The types of cookies we use on coastalfloridacounseling.com include the following:
| Provider | Cookie | Type | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics (GA4) | _ga | First-party | Distinguish unique users | 2 years | Analytics |
| Google Analytics (GA4) | _gid | First-party | Distinguish users in a session | 24 hours | Analytics |
| Google Analytics (GA4) | ga[ID] | First-party | Session and event-specific data | 2 years | Analytics |
| Google Analytics (GA4) | _gat / dc_gtm | First-party | Limit request rate | 1 minute | Analytics |
| Meta Pixel (Facebook) | _fbp | First-party | Identify browsers for advertising | 90 days | Marketing |
| Meta Pixel (Facebook) | sb, datr, fr | Third-party | Security, integrity, and advertising | Up to 400 days | Marketing |
| Own Forms | None specific | – | Process form submissions | Session (if any) | Essential |
| Google Search Console | None | – | Search performance monitoring | N/A | N/A |
Note: Google Analytics and Meta Pixel cookies only load with your explicit consent via CookieYes. Google Search Console does not generate tracking cookies on the site.
4. Consent Management
CookieYes manages your consent for non-essential cookies. You can:
- Accept all non-essential cookies.
- Reject all non-essential cookies.
- Customize preferences by category (analytics, marketing).
Strictly necessary cookies are installed without consent. Change preferences anytime via the “Cookie Settings” button in the banner or footer.
5. How to control and delete cookies from your browser
In addition to CookieYes, you can control cookies directly in your browser:
- View stored cookies.
- Delete all or some cookies.
- Block third-party or specific cookies.
Check your browser’s help section for instructions.
6. Cookies and Privacy
Cookie usage may involve personal data processing. Any data is handled according to our Privacy Policy.
Depending on your location, you have rights to access, rectify, or delete data, and object to certain processing like personalized advertising.
7. Changes to this Cookie Policy
We may update this policy if we add services or laws change. Any changes will be published here with the revised date. Review periodically.