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At SovereignBirdie.us, we use cookies (the digital kind, not the chocolate chip kind 🍪) to make your visit smoother. To clarify how this works, this policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
Cookies are tiny text files stored on your device when you visit our blog. For instance, they help us:
Remember your settings (like language or location).
Improve site speed and performance.
Recommend stories you’ll love (e.g., trending tech gadgets in Canada or U.S. policy updates).
Why we need them: Primarily, these keep our site running. Without them, you couldn’t load pages or use basic features.
Example: Session cookies that remember your login for our subscriber area.
Why we use them: To put it simply, they help us understand how you interact with our blog (e.g., which articles are popular in Toronto vs. Texas).
Tools: Google Analytics (we anonymize your IP address).
Why we use them: As the name suggests, these save your settings (e.g., dark mode or font size).
Why we use them: In short, they help us show relevant ads (like eco-friendly products in Canada).
Partners: We work with ethical ad networks that comply with Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA) guidelines.
When you first visit SovereignBirdie.us, you’ll see a cookie banner. By clicking “Accept”, you agree to all cookies. Alternatively, click “Manage Settings” to customize your preferences.
Browser Settings: For example, block or delete cookies via Chrome, Safari, Firefox, etc. (Here’s a guide from All About Cookies).
Opt-Out Tools:
USA: NAI Consumer Opt-Out
Canada: AdChoices
However, blocking cookies might break some features (e.g., comments or personalized recommendations).
USA: Specifically, we follow the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
Canada: Similarly, we align with PIPEDA and CASL.
EU: For our European visitors, we respect GDPR.
Q: Do you sell cookie data?
A: To be clear, never! We only use data to improve your experience.
Q: How often do you update this policy?
A: Typically, we review it yearly or when laws change (we’ll notify you via email).
Q: Can I withdraw consent?
A: Absolutely! Email privacy@sovereignbirdie.us or revisit the cookie banner.
If you have questions, reach out at hello@sovereignbirdie.us or visit our Contact Page. For legal requests, review our Privacy Policy.
Last Updated: 21/04/2025