Cookie Policy

Last Updated: July 2026

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the owners of the site. Cookies enable the website to remember your actions and preferences (such as login information, language, font size, and other display preferences) over a period of time, so you do not have to re-enter them whenever you come back to the site or browse from one page to another.

Cookies can be classified into two main categories: session cookies and persistent cookies. Session cookies are temporary and expire once you close your browser, while persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. The use of cookies is governed by various privacy laws, including the California Consumer Privacy Act (California Civil Code § 1798.100 et seq.) and the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (15 U.S.C. § 6501 et seq.), which impose specific requirements on how cookies are used and disclosed.

Types of Cookies We Use

At hearthfirew.info, we utilize various types of cookies to enhance your experience on our website. These cookies can be categorized based on their purpose and functionality. Below are the primary types of cookies we use:

Essential Cookies: These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling out forms.
Analytics Cookies: These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They allow us to measure and improve the performance of our site.
Marketing Cookies: These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the number of times you see an advertisement and help measure the effectiveness of advertising campaigns.
Third-Party Cookies: These cookies are set by a Hearthfirew other than the one you are visiting. They are often used for tracking and online advertising purposes.

Essential Cookies

Essential cookies are critical for the operation of our website. Without these cookies, certain functionalities of the site may not be available, and your experience may be hindered. These cookies do not require your consent, as they are necessary for the website to function properly. Examples of essential cookies we use include:

Authentication cookies that allow you to log into secure areas of our website.
Session management cookies that maintain your session as you navigate through the site.

These cookies are typically set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences or filling out forms. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, but some parts of the site will not then work. These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.

Analytics Cookies

Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors engage with our website by collecting information about how users interact with the site. This information is aggregated and anonymized, which means it cannot be used to identify individual users. We use analytics cookies to:

Track the number of visitors to our website.
Understand which pages are the most popular and how users navigate through the site.
Identify any issues users may encounter while using the site.

By analyzing this data, we can improve our website's performance and enhance user experience. You can opt-out of analytics cookies by adjusting your browser settings or using tools provided by third-party analytics providers.

Marketing Cookies

Marketing cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They are also used to limit the