Cookie Policy

This Cookie Policy explains how Energy Linguistics International ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at lauraahern.com (the "Site"). It should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides additional context on how we collect and use personal information.

By using our Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You may withdraw or manage your consent at any time using the methods described below.

1. WHAT ARE COOKIES?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device, remember your preferences, and collect information about how you interact with the site.

In addition to cookies, we use related technologies such as pixels and tracking scripts. These function similarly to cookies and are covered by this policy.

2. TYPES OF COOKIES WE USE

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Site to function and cannot be disabled. They support core functions such as page navigation, security, and session management. Without these cookies, parts of the Site will not work as intended.

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Site — which pages are visited most, how long visitors stay, where traffic comes from, and how visitors navigate from page to page. This information is aggregated and used to improve our content and user experience. These cookies do not personally identify you.

Advertising and Retargeting Cookies

These cookies are set by advertising platforms we use — specifically Meta (Facebook and Instagram). They allow us to measure the effectiveness of our advertising, understand which ads lead visitors to our Site, and serve relevant ads to people who have previously visited our Site. These cookies may connect your Site activity to your social media profile if you are logged in to those platforms.

3. SPECIFIC COOKIES AND TOOLS

The table below details the cookies and tracking tools currently in use on our Site. This list may be updated as our tools change.

4. GOOGLE ANALYTICS

We use Google Analytics, provided by Google LLC, to analyze Site traffic and visitor behavior. Google Analytics collects data such as pages visited, time on site, traffic source, and general location at the city level. All data collected by Google Analytics is anonymized — we cannot identify individual visitors from this data.

Google may process data on servers outside your country of residence. Google's data practices are governed by Google's Privacy Policy at policies.google.com/privacy.

To opt out of Google Analytics across all websites, install the free Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

We have enabled IP anonymization in our Google Analytics configuration, which means the last portion of your IP address is masked before any data is stored or processed by Google.

5. META PIXEL

We use Meta Pixel, provided by Meta Platforms, Inc., to track visitor actions on our Site following interaction with our Facebook or Instagram ads. Meta Pixel helps us measure ad performance, optimize campaigns, and build audiences for future advertising.

Meta Pixel may connect your activity on our Site with your Facebook or Instagram profile if you are currently logged in to those platforms. Meta's data practices are governed by Meta's Privacy Policy at www.facebook.com/privacy/policy.

To manage your advertising preferences with Meta, visit your Facebook account under Settings > Ads, or use the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out tool at optout.aboutads.info.

We use Meta Pixel in a manner consistent with Meta's Business Tools Terms. We do not pass sensitive personal data (such as health information, financial information, or precise location) to Meta via the Pixel.

6. YOUR CHOICES AND OPT-OUT OPTIONS

You have several options for managing cookies and tracking technologies:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to view, manage, delete, and block cookies. The steps vary by browser; you can find guidance for your specific browser through its help documentation. Please note that blocking all cookies may affect the functionality of our Site and other sites you visit.

Google Analytics Opt-Out

Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, available free at tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout. Once installed, no data about your Site visits will be sent to Google Analytics.

Meta Advertising Preferences

If you have a Facebook or Instagram account, you can manage your ad preferences under Settings > Ads. You can also use the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) opt-out tool at optout.aboutads.info or the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) opt-out at optout.networkadvertising.org.

Do Not Track

Some browsers offer a Do Not Track (DNT) signal. Our Site does not currently respond to DNT signals, as there is no universal standard for how these signals should be interpreted. We recommend using the specific opt-out tools listed above for the most reliable control over your data.

7. DATA RETENTION

Analytics data collected through Google Analytics is retained for 26 months by default, after which it is automatically deleted. You may request earlier deletion by contacting us at support@lauraahern.com.

Data collected through Meta Pixel is governed by Meta's own retention policies. Please refer to Meta's Privacy Policy for details.

8. THIRD-PARTY COOKIES

Some cookies on our Site are set by third parties whose services we embed or link to, such as Google and Meta. We do not control these third-party cookies. Their use is governed by the privacy and cookie policies of those third parties. We encourage you to review those policies directly.

9. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time, particularly when we add or change the analytics or advertising tools we use. When material changes are made, we will update the effective date above. Your continued use of our Site following any update constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy.

10. CONTACT US

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies and tracking technologies, please contact us:

Energy Linguistics International

Email: support@lauraahern.com

Mailing Address: 7901 4th St N Ste 300, St. Petersburg, FL 33702, USA

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Please also review our Privacy Policy, Terms & Conditions, and Disclaimer, available on our website.