Cookie Policy

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Simple Tech Management) are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called "third-party cookies." Third-party cookies enable third-party features or functionality on or through the website (such as analytics, advertising, and interactive content).

2. Why Do We Use Cookies?

We use cookies for several reasons:

• Essential operation: Some cookies are necessary for our website to function properly
• Performance & analytics: Help us understand how visitors use our site so we can improve it
• Functionality: Remember your preferences and choices
• Marketing: Deliver relevant content and measure advertising effectiveness

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies (Always Active)

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be disabled. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences or filling in forms.

Cookie Name	Purpose	Duration
stm_cookie_consent_v1	Stores your cookie preferences	12 months
session_id	Maintains your session on the website	Session

3.2 Analytics Cookies (Optional)

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information. We use this data to improve our site's performance and user experience.

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Duration
_ga	Google Analytics	Distinguishes unique users	2 years
_ga_*	Google Analytics	Stores session state	2 years
_gid	Google Analytics	Distinguishes users (daily)	24 hours
_clck / _clsk	Microsoft Clarity	Heatmaps and session recordings	1 year / Session

3.3 Marketing Cookies (Optional)

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more relevant to you and your interests. They may also be used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

Cookie Name	Provider	Purpose	Duration
_fbp	Meta (Facebook)	Tracks visits across websites for advertising	3 months
fr	Meta (Facebook)	Advertising delivery	3 months
_gcl_au	Google Ads	Conversion tracking	3 months

3.4 Functional Cookies (Optional)

These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.

4. How to Control Cookies

4.1 Our Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit our site, you'll see a cookie banner allowing you to:

• Accept All: Allow all cookies
• Reject All: Decline all optional cookies
• Customize: Choose which categories to allow

You can change your preferences at any time by clicking "Cookie Settings" in our website footer.

4.2 Browser Controls

You can also control cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• See what cookies are stored on your device
• Delete cookies individually or all at once
• Block cookies from specific sites or all sites
• Block third-party cookies
• Clear cookies when you close your browser

Find instructions for your browser:

• Google Chrome
• Mozilla Firefox
• Safari
• Microsoft Edge

4.3 Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of certain third-party tracking through:

• Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On
• Your Online Choices (EU)
• Digital Advertising Alliance (US)

5. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. We currently do not respond to DNT signals because there is no consistent industry standard for handling them. We respect your cookie preferences set through our consent tool instead.

6. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulations, or our practices. We'll post the updated policy here with a new "Last Updated" date.

7. Contact Us

Questions about our use of cookies?