Cookie Policy
Last Updated: March 24, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Wayne Stover Paints. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar technologies on our website (waynestoverpaints.com) to enhance your browsing experience and provide you with personalized services. By continuing to browse or use our website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
We recommend that you read this Cookie Policy in conjunction with our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy to fully understand how we collect, use, and protect your information.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit our website. They allow our website to recognize your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferences and actions on the site. Cookies are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide valuable information to website owners.
In addition to cookies, we may also use similar technologies such as web beacons, pixels, and local storage to collect information about how you use our website.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use different types of cookies for various purposes. Depending on their function and purpose, cookies can be classified as follows:
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation, secure areas access, and remembering your preferences. The website cannot function properly without these cookies, and they cannot be disabled in our systems.
3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. They provide us with valuable insights on how to improve our website's performance and user experience. The information collected is aggregated and anonymous.
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or the region you are in) and provide enhanced, more personal features. They may also be used to provide services you have requested, such as watching a video or commenting on a blog.
3.4 Targeting and Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to deliver advertisements more 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. They remember that you have visited a website and this information may be shared with other organizations such as advertisers.
4. Specific Cookies We Use
Below is a detailed list of the cookies we use on our website:
Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
---|---|---|---|
_ga, _gid, _gat | Performance/Analytics | Used by Google Analytics to distinguish users and throttle request rate | 2 years, 24 hours, 1 minute |
cookie_consent | Essential | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year |
session_id | Essential | Maintains your session state across page requests | Session |
user_preferences | Functionality | Remembers your site preferences | 1 year |
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third parties on our website. These third parties may include analytics providers (like Google Analytics), social media platforms, and advertising networks. These third parties may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your use of our website and other websites.
We do not control these third parties or their use of cookies. We recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties for more information about their practices.
Third parties that may place cookies through our website include:
- Google Analytics (for website usage analysis)
- Social media platforms (if you use social sharing features)
- Payment processors (for secure transaction processing)
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences in the following ways:
6.1 Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking on the "Cookie Settings" link in the footer of our website.
6.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options," "Preferences," or "Settings" menu of your browser. You can set your browser to alert you before accepting cookies, to accept cookies only from certain websites, or to refuse all cookies. However, please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website, as some features may not function properly.
Here are links to instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:
6.3 Opt-Out of Analytics
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
7. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you visit that you do not want to have your online activity tracked. Our website does respond to "Do Not Track" signals from browsers. However, we cannot control the collection of data by third-party services that may be embedded on our website.
8. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, you may still use our website, but your ability to use some features or areas may be limited. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to function properly.
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Wayne Stover Paints831 Miniweb Ave
Riverton, WY 82501-2748
Phone: (307) 856-4966
Email: codysoto@waynestoverpaints.com