Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 19, 2026

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how https://stackedperks.com (the "Website") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to collect and store information when you visit our Website.

This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy, which provides additional information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal data.

By continuing to use the Website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy, subject to your browser settings and preferences.

2. What Are Cookies

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

Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until deleted or expired) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser).

Cookies can also be "first-party" (set by the website you're visiting) or "third-party" (set by a different domain, such as analytics or advertising services).

3. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies for the following purposes:

  • Essential Functionality: Enable core Website features like user authentication, security, and navigation
  • Performance and Analytics: Understand how visitors use the Website, identify popular content, and improve user experience
  • Personalization: Remember your preferences, settings, and previous interactions
  • Advertising and Marketing: Deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness
  • Security: Detect and prevent fraudulent activity, abuse, and security threats

4. Types of Cookies We Use

A. Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the Website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, authentication, and load balancing. The Website cannot function properly without these cookies.

  • Session Management: Maintain your session while browsing
  • Authentication: Remember your login status
  • Security: Detect fraudulent logins and protect against security threats
  • Load Balancing: Distribute traffic efficiently across servers

Legal Basis: These cookies are necessary for contractual performance and do not require consent under GDPR and ePrivacy Directive.

B. Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use the Website, such as which pages are visited most often, how long visitors stay, and any error messages encountered. This data is aggregated and anonymized.

  • Google Analytics: Track Website usage, visitor behavior, and traffic sources
  • Page Performance: Monitor page load times and identify technical issues
  • User Flow: Understand navigation patterns and improve user experience

Legal Basis: Consent (you can opt out via cookie settings or browser preferences).

C. Functionality Cookies

These cookies allow the Website to remember choices you make (such as language preferences, region, or display settings) and provide enhanced, personalized features.

  • Preferences: Remember your settings and choices
  • Language: Display content in your preferred language
  • Customization: Personalize your experience based on previous interactions

Legal Basis: Consent (optional, enhances your experience).

D. Advertising and Marketing Cookies

These cookies track your browsing activity across websites and are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They also measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.

  • Retargeting: Show you relevant ads on other websites after visiting our Website
  • Conversion Tracking: Measure the effectiveness of our advertising campaigns
  • Ad Personalization: Deliver ads tailored to your interests
  • Third-Party Networks: Google Ads, Facebook Pixel, and similar advertising platforms

Legal Basis: Consent (you can opt out via cookie settings, browser preferences, or ad network opt-out tools).

5. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our Website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. The third parties include:

  • Google Analytics: Web analytics service (view Google's privacy policy at https://policies.google.com/privacy)
  • Google Ads: Advertising platform (view opt-out options at https://adssettings.google.com)
  • Payment Processors: Stripe, PayPal (for secure payment processing)
  • Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn (if social sharing features are enabled)

We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third parties to understand how they use cookies and your data.

6. Cookie Duration

The duration of cookies varies depending on their purpose:

  • Session Cookies: Deleted when you close your browser (temporary)
  • Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period (typically 30 days to 2 years) or until manually deleted

You can view and delete cookies stored on your device through your browser settings.

7. How to Manage Cookies

You have the right to accept or refuse cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in several ways:

A. Cookie Banner

When you first visit our Website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the cookie settings link in the footer.

B. Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:

  • View and delete cookies stored on your device
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Block all cookies from specific websites
  • Block all cookies (may impact Website functionality)
  • Delete cookies when you close the browser

Instructions for popular browsers:

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies and website data
  • Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies

C. Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of advertising cookies and personalized ads through:

  • Google Ads Settings: https://adssettings.google.com
  • Network Advertising Initiative: https://optout.networkadvertising.org
  • Digital Advertising Alliance: https://optout.aboutads.info
  • Your Online Choices (EU): https://www.youronlinechoices.com

D. Universal Opt-Out Mechanisms

As of January 1, 2026, we recognize and honor the following universal opt-out signals:

  • Global Privacy Control (GPC): Browser signal to opt out of data sharing and targeted advertising
  • Do Not Track (DNT): While not universally supported, we respect DNT signals for California and Delaware residents

8. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable or refuse cookies, please note that:

  • Some features of the Website may not function properly
  • You may need to manually adjust preferences on each visit
  • You may not be able to access certain areas of the Website
  • Your user experience may be degraded

Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled as they are essential for the Website to function.

9. Web Beacons and Pixel Tags

In addition to cookies, we may use web beacons (also known as pixel tags or clear GIFs) to track user behavior, measure campaign effectiveness, and collect data about Website usage.

Web beacons are tiny graphics with unique identifiers embedded in web pages and emails. They function similarly to cookies and are often used in combination with cookies.

10. Local Storage and Similar Technologies

We may also use HTML5 local storage and other browser storage technologies to store information on your device. These technologies serve similar purposes to cookies but can store larger amounts of data.

You can manage local storage through your browser settings, similar to cookies.

11. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.

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

12. Contact Us

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

Email: support@stackedperks.com

Address:
1151 Walker Rd Ste 100
PMB 347
Dover, DE 19904