Cookie Policy

 

Cookie Policy

Last Updated: October 7, 2024

At Mark W's SQL Blog ("we," "us," or "our"), we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, deliver personalized ads through Google AdSense, and analyze site traffic through Google Analytics. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use.

By continuing to use the Site, you agree to the use of cookies as outlined in this policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. They help us provide a better user experience by remembering your preferences, enabling site functionality, and personalizing content, including ads.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use both first-party and third-party cookies on [Your Blog Name] for various purposes, including:

  • Essential Cookies: These are necessary for the basic functionality of the Site, such as remembering your preferences (e.g., language settings).

  • Performance Cookies: We use cookies to collect data about how visitors interact with our Site, helping us monitor and improve performance. Google Analytics is used to track and analyze site traffic.

  • Advertising Cookies: Cookies from Google AdSense are used to display personalized ads based on your browsing history. These cookies track your interaction with the ads shown and may use data across different websites to tailor ad experiences.

3. Google AdSense and Cookies

As a publisher using Google AdSense, we display ads on this Site that are personalized to your interests. Google may use cookies to collect information about your browsing behavior to show you more relevant ads.

For more information on how Google uses cookies in advertising, visit Google's Privacy & Terms page.

4. Types of Cookies We Use

We use the following types of cookies on Mark W's SQL Blog:

  • Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that are deleted from your device once you close your browser.

  • Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted.

  • Third-Party Cookies: Cookies set by third parties, such as Google, to deliver ads and track site performance.

5. Your Choices Regarding Cookies

You can control the use of cookies through your browser settings. You may block or delete cookies, but please note that doing so may affect your ability to use some features of the Site.

To manage cookies, follow the instructions for your specific browser:

Additionally, you can opt-out of personalized advertising by visiting the Google Ads Settings page.

6. Third-Party Cookies and Privacy

We work with third-party vendors, such as Google AdSense, which may place cookies on your device. These third parties have their own privacy policies governing their use of cookies and the data collected. Please review their privacy policies for more information.

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. The "Last Updated" date at the top indicates when the latest changes were made. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

8. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:

mwrynn at gmail dot com

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