Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Code North (“we“, “us“, or “our“) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website at www.codenorth.blog (“Site“). It describes what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control their use.
By continuing to use our Site, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently and provide reporting information.
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies: Temporary and deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Remain on your device until deleted or expired
Cookies may also be:
- First-party cookies: Set by the website you are visiting
- Third-party cookies: Set by external providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
2. Why Do We Use Cookies?
Code North uses cookies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for basic site functionality (e.g., page navigation, access to secure areas)
- Performance and Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors use the site, allowing us to improve usability and content
- Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and enhance your browsing experience
- Advertising and Affiliate Cookies: Track interactions with sponsored content or affiliate links, if applicable
We do not use cookies to collect personal financial data or sensitive information.
3. Third-Party Cookies
We may allow trusted third-party services to place cookies through our Site, including but not limited to:
- Google Analytics: Tracks anonymous user behavior for site improvement
- YouTube or other media platforms: If embedded media is used
- Affiliate or advertising platforms: Only in relevant sponsored content (always disclosed)
These third parties may use cookies according to their own privacy and cookie policies.
4. How You Can Control Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can:
- Adjust cookie preferences when you first visit our Site via our cookie banner (if enabled)
- Modify your browser settings to block or delete cookies
- Opt out of analytics tracking through tools such as Google Analytics Opt-Out Add-on
Please note: Disabling some cookies may affect your experience on our Site and limit certain functionality.
5. How Long Are Cookies Stored?
The duration that cookies remain on your device varies:
- Session cookies expire when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies are stored for a longer period, depending on the cookie’s purpose (e.g., 30 days, 1 year)
You can manually delete cookies at any time through your browser settings.
6. Do We Use Tracking Pixels or Web Beacons?
In some cases, we may use tracking pixels (also known as web beacons) in emails or website content to understand how users interact with our materials. These do not collect personal information and are only used to analyze engagement and optimize content.
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements or how we use cookies. When we do, the “Effective Date” at the top of this page will be updated.
We encourage you to periodically review this page for the latest information on our cookie practices.
