Cookie & Tracking Policy
Last updated: March 2025
Look, we're going to be straight with you. Like most websites, primeconsole.com uses cookies and tracking technologies. But instead of hiding behind legal jargon, we're explaining exactly what we track, why we do it, and how you can opt out if you want. This isn't about collecting data for the sake of it—it's about making your experience better and understanding how people use our budget audit services.
What Are Cookies Anyway?
Cookies are tiny text files that get stored on your device when you visit websites. Think of them like digital sticky notes that remember things about your visit. Some help the site function properly, others track how you navigate around, and some are used for advertising purposes.
We use several types of tracking on primeconsole.com, and each serves a different purpose. Not all of them are necessary—some just make things more convenient. Here's the breakdown.
Types of Cookies We Use
Take Control of Your Data
You can reject all non-essential cookies right now. This won't break the site, but you might lose some convenience features and we won't be able to track analytics or marketing performance from your visits.
What We Actually Track
When you use primeconsole.com, here's what we might collect through cookies and tracking:
- Pages you visit and how long you spend on them
- Which buttons or links you click on
- Where you came from (search engine, social media, direct visit)
- Your general location—city level, not street address
- Device type and browser information
- Whether you've downloaded resources or filled out contact forms
- Session data to keep you logged in if you have an account
We don't track personally identifiable information through cookies unless you voluntarily provide it through forms. And we definitely don't sell your data to third parties—that's not our business model.
Third-Party Tracking
We use some third-party services that might set their own cookies. This includes analytics platforms and possibly advertising networks if you haven't opted out. These services have their own privacy policies, which honestly you should read if you're concerned about data collection.
Common third-party services we use include Google Analytics for traffic analysis and potentially Facebook Pixel or LinkedIn Insight Tag for advertising campaign tracking. Each of these sets cookies to track user behavior across multiple websites—not just ours.
How Long Do Cookies Last?
It depends on the type. Session cookies expire when you close your browser. Persistent cookies stick around longer—anywhere from a few days to a couple years, depending on their purpose.
Analytics cookies typically last 2 years. Marketing cookies might last 30-90 days. Essential cookies usually expire when your session ends or after a reasonable timeout period for security purposes.
Managing Cookies Through Your Browser
Besides using our opt-out button above, you can control cookies directly through your browser settings. Every major browser lets you block or delete cookies, though the exact process varies.
Google Chrome
Go to Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data. You can block third-party cookies or clear all cookies here.
Mozilla Firefox
Open Options → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data. Firefox has enhanced tracking protection built in that blocks many tracking cookies by default.
Safari
Go to Preferences → Privacy. Safari has Intelligent Tracking Prevention that automatically blocks many tracking cookies. You can also block all cookies here, though some sites might not work properly.
Microsoft Edge
Navigate to Settings → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site permissions. Edge offers tracking prevention at three levels: Basic, Balanced, and Strict.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers send "Do Not Track" signals, but honestly, there's no industry standard for how websites should respond to them. We respect these signals for non-essential tracking where possible, but essential cookies still need to function regardless.
Changes to This Policy
We might update this policy occasionally as we add new features or tracking technologies. When we make significant changes, we'll update the date at the top and might notify active users through email or site notifications.
If you're worried about changes, check back here periodically. We're not trying to sneak anything past you—any updates will be clearly documented with effective dates.