Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 23, 2026

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies allow websites to recognize your device and store information about your preferences or past actions. This Cookie Policy explains how Coastal Web Design uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website coastalwebdesignca.com.

Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • Essential Functionality: To enable basic website features and navigation
  • Performance & Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website and identify areas for improvement
  • User Experience: To remember your preferences and provide a personalized experience
  • Security: To protect against fraudulent activity and enhance website security

Types of Cookies We Use

1. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.

Examples: Session cookies, security cookies, load balancing cookies

Duration: Session or up to 1 year

2. Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and if users receive error messages. This data helps us improve website performance and user experience.

Examples: Google Analytics cookies (if implemented)

Duration: Up to 2 years

Data Collected: Pages visited, time on site, bounce rate, traffic source, device information

3. Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.

Examples: Language preferences, font size settings, form data

Duration: Up to 1 year

4. Targeting and Advertising Cookies (If Applicable)

We may use these cookies to deliver content and advertisements relevant to your interests. These cookies may be set by us or third-party advertising partners.

Examples: Facebook Pixel, Google Ads cookies (if implemented)

Duration: Up to 2 years

Third-Party Cookies

In addition to our own cookies, we may use various third-party services that set cookies on your device to help us analyze website traffic and improve user experience. These third parties include:

  • Google Analytics: To track and report website traffic and user behavior
  • Social Media Platforms: If you interact with social media sharing buttons or embedded content
  • Advertising Partners: To deliver relevant advertisements (if applicable)

These third-party services have their own privacy policies and cookie practices. We recommend reviewing their policies to understand how they use cookies.

How to Control and Delete Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. Here are your options:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers automatically accept cookies, but you can modify your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

  • Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
  • Mozilla Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
  • Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

For more information on how to manage cookies, visit www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.

Opt-Out Tools

You can also opt-out of specific types of cookies:

Impact of Blocking Cookies

⚠️ Please Note: If you choose to block or delete cookies, some features of our website may not function properly, and your user experience may be affected. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for website operation.

Other Tracking Technologies

In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies including:

Web Beacons (Pixel Tags)

Small graphic images or code embedded in web pages and emails that allow us to track page views, email opens, and user behavior.

Local Storage

HTML5 local storage allows websites to store data locally on your device for faster loading and improved functionality.

Session Storage

Temporary storage that is cleared when you close your browser, used to maintain state during your browsing session.

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. We will notify you of any material changes by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Your Consent

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy. If you do not agree to our use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings accordingly or refrain from using our website.

More Information

For more information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, please see our Privacy Policy.

For general terms and conditions regarding the use of our website, please see our Terms of Service.

Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:

Coastal Web Design

Colby Cameron Lehner

3990 Foothill Avenue

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (442) 279-6667

Thank you for taking the time to understand our Cookie Policy. We use cookies to enhance your experience and provide better services. If you have any questions, we're here to help!