Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy for Thomas J. Painting.
Cookie Policy
Effective Date: April 10, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Thomas J. Painting ("we", "us", or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, https://painter-bellevue-wa.com. This policy provides information about what cookies are, how and why we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. We are committed to protecting your privacy and complying with applicable laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive for users in the European Economic Area (EEA).
What are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or other electronic device) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, improve user experience, and provide information to website owners. Cookies can be "session cookies" (which are deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them).
Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following types of cookies on our website:
Essential/Necessary Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, the website may not perform as intended.
Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. We use tools such as Google Analytics to analyze website traffic, which helps us improve the performance and user experience of our website.
Functionality Cookies
Functionality cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your language preferences or region) and provide enhanced, more personalized features. These cookies may also be used to provide services you have requested.
Advertising/Marketing Cookies
We may use advertising or marketing cookies to deliver content that is more relevant to you and your interests, or to measure the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns. These cookies may track your browsing habits across different websites and build a profile of your interests.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to:
- Ensure the website functions properly and securely
- Analyze and improve the performance of our website
- Remember your preferences and settings
- Provide personalized content and features
- Deliver relevant advertisements and measure their effectiveness (if applicable)
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party service providers, such as Google Analytics. These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites. We do not control the use of these cookies and recommend that you review the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties for more information.
Cookie Duration
Cookies used on our website may be either session cookies or persistent cookies:
- Session Cookies: These cookies are temporary and are deleted from your device when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: These cookies remain on your device for a specified period or until you manually delete them.
Cookie Table
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Provider | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Analytics | Used to distinguish users and collect information about website usage | Google Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Used to distinguish users and collect information about website usage | Google Analytics | 24 hours |
| _gat | Analytics | Used to throttle request rate | Google Analytics | 1 minute |
| cookie_consent | Essential | Stores the user's cookie consent state for the current domain | Thomas J. Painting | 1 year |
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Preserves user session state across page requests | Thomas J. Painting | Session |
Managing Cookie Preferences
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies that are not strictly necessary. When you first visit our website, you may be presented with a cookie consent banner or pop-up that allows you to manage your cookie preferences. You can change your preferences at any time by adjusting your browser settings or using the cookie management tools provided on our website.
How to Disable Cookies in Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies, delete cookies, or alert you when cookies are being sent. Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website. Below are links to instructions for managing cookies in popular browsers:
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. We encourage you to review this policy periodically for any updates. The "Effective Date" at the top of this policy indicates when it was last revised.
Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Thomas J. Painting
Sammamish, Washington, United States
Website: https://painter-bellevue-wa.com
Email: [email protected]
Additional Information for Users in the European Economic Area (EEA)
If you are located in the EEA, we process your personal data in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the ePrivacy Directive. We only use non-essential cookies (such as analytics and marketing cookies) with your explicit consent. You can withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your cookie preferences.