Cookie Policy
Information about how we use cookies and similar technologies.
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What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.
How We Use Cookies
Jointsstrain, based in Wellington, New Zealand, uses cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience on our daily habits and lifestyle information website. We use cookies to analyse website traffic, remember your preferences, and understand how visitors engage with our content about comfortable well-being practices.
Types of Cookies We Use
Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookieConsent | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 12 months |
| session_id | Maintains your session state | Session |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and content.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics - throttles request rate | 1 minute |
Marketing Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements. They are set by our advertising partners and collect information about your browsing habits.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel - ad targeting | 3 months |
| ads_prefs | Advertising preferences | 2 years |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the use of these cookies. Third parties that may set cookies on our website include:
- Google Analytics
- Google Fonts
- Font Awesome CDN
Managing Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can typically find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. Common browser links:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
- Firefox: Options → Privacy and Security
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy
- Edge: Settings → Privacy, Search, and Services
Opting Out of Analytics
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for the website to work.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Address: 6 Swan Lane, Te Aro, Wellington 6011, New Zealand
- Phone: +64221077517
- Email: info@jointsstrain.world