USTaxPenaltySaverThis Cookie Policy explains how USTaxPenaltySaver ("Company," "we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website or use our services. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their site is being used.
Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" cookies (deleted when you close your browser). They can be set by the website you're visiting ("first-party") or by third parties ("third-party").
2. Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, secure login, and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
Can be disabled: No (required for site functionality)
Duration: Session to 1 year
Examples: Authentication tokens, session identifiers, CSRF tokens
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They remember your preferences and settings to provide a more personalized experience.
Can be disabled: Yes
Duration: 30 days to 1 year
Examples: Language preference, theme settings, cookie consent status
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our services.
Can be disabled: Yes
Duration: Up to 26 months
Provider: Google Analytics (GA4)
Examples: _ga, _ga_*, page views, session duration, bounce rate
3. Specific Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| cookie-consent | First-party | Stores your cookie consent preference | 1 year | Essential |
| __session | Firebase | Authentication session management | Session | Essential |
| NEXT_LOCALE | First-party | Language/locale preference | 1 year | Functional |
| theme | First-party | Dark/light mode preference | 1 year | Functional |
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years | Analytics | |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state | 2 years | Analytics |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We use services from the following third parties that may set cookies:
Google Analytics (GA4)
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our website. Google Analytics collects information about page visits, session duration, and user behavior.
Firebase (Google)
We use Firebase for user authentication and data storage. Firebase may set cookies for authentication and session management.
Paddle
We use Paddle as our merchant of record for payment processing. Paddle may set cookies for fraud prevention and secure payment processing.
5. How to Manage Cookies
Our Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Your choice is stored and will be remembered for future visits.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can:
- View and delete cookies
- Block all cookies or only third-party cookies
- Set preferences for specific websites
- Configure the browser to notify you when a cookie is being set
Browser-specific instructions:
Note: Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the site to work properly. If you disable all cookies, you may not be able to log in, save preferences, or use certain features.
6. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your browsing activity tracked. We currently respond to DNT signals by disabling analytics cookies when detected. However, because there is no common industry standard for DNT signals, we recommend using the cookie consent banner or browser settings to manage your preferences.
7. What Data Do Cookies Collect?
Cookies on our site may collect the following types of information:
- Device information: Browser type, operating system, screen resolution
- Usage data: Pages visited, time spent, click patterns
- Session data: Login status, preferences, form data
- Geographic data: Country/region (from IP address, anonymized)
We do NOT use cookies to collect sensitive personal information such as your name, email address, or Social Security Number.
8. Legal Basis for Cookies
We use cookies based on the following legal grounds:
- Essential cookies: Legitimate interest (necessary for website operation)
- Functional cookies: Consent (you can choose to accept or decline)
- Analytics cookies: Consent (you can choose to accept or decline)
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will post any changes on this page with an updated "Last updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies:
USTaxPenaltySaver
Email: privacy@ustaxpenaltysaver.com
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