Cookie Policy
Learn how we use cookies to improve your experience on our website.
Last Updated: August 29, 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide useful information to website owners.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Penguin Shades uses them, the types of cookies we use, and how you can control your cookie preferences.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for several purposes:
- Essential Operations: To make our website function properly
- Performance & Analytics: To understand how visitors use our website
- Preferences: To remember whether you dismissed the estimate bar
- Marketing: To measure advertising performance
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| stickyCTAClosed | Remembers when the estimate bar is dismissed | Session |
Analytics Cookies
Google Analytics sets these cookies to help us understand how visitors use the website and improve its performance.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics - Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 - Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics - Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
Marketing Cookies
Google Ads and Meta may set cookies used to measure visits and advertising performance.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Meta Pixel - Tracks visits across websites | 3 months |
| _fbc | Meta Pixel - Stores click identifier | 3 months |
| _gcl_* | Google Ads - Measures advertising conversions | Up to 90 days |
Third-Party Cookies
In addition to our own cookies, we may also use various third-party cookies to report usage statistics, deliver advertisements, and so on. These cookies are controlled by third parties and are subject to their respective privacy policies:
- Google Analytics: Google Privacy Policy
- Meta (Facebook) Pixel: Meta Privacy Policy
- Calendly: Calendly Privacy Policy
Managing Cookies
You can manage or block cookies using your browser settings. Blocking analytics or marketing cookies may limit our ability to measure website usage and advertising performance.
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to:
- Block all cookies
- Accept all cookies
- Notify you when a cookie is set
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:
Opt-Out Tools
You can also use these tools to opt out of specific tracking:
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that if you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Essential cookies are required for the website to work, and disabling them may prevent you from using certain features or completing certain actions.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. Our website currently does not respond to "Do Not Track" signals because there is no common industry standard for compliance. However, you can still manage your privacy preferences using the cookie controls described above.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We encourage you to periodically review this page for the latest information on our cookie practices.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Penguin Shades Inc.
Service-area business based in Tracy, California
Phone: (209) 319-8911
Email: info@penguinshades.com
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