Cookie Policy
Last updated: May 11, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Our Lady of Lourdes Devotion ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies on ourladyoflourdesdevotion.com (the "Site"), and your choices regarding cookies. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide a better user experience, and supply information to website owners. Cookies can be "persistent" (remaining on your device until they expire or are deleted) or "session" (deleted when you close your browser).
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
- To remember your cookie consent preferences.
- To analyze website traffic and usage patterns.
- To serve relevant advertisements that help fund the Site.
- To improve Site performance and user experience.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Site to function properly. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie-consent | Stores your cookie consent preference so you are not asked repeatedly. | 1 year |
3.2 Analytics Cookies (Google Analytics 4)
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Site by collecting anonymous statistical data. They are only set after you consent to analytics cookies.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique visitors by assigning a randomly generated identifier. | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Used by GA4 to maintain session state and track session engagement. | 2 years |
Google Analytics data is processed in accordance with Google's Privacy Policy. IP anonymization is enabled.
3.3 Advertising Cookies (Google AdSense)
These cookies are used to display advertisements relevant to you and to measure the effectiveness of ad campaigns. They are only set after you consent to advertising cookies.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| IDE | Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report ad interactions, measuring ad effectiveness and presenting targeted ads. | 1 year |
| NID | Used by Google to store user preferences and customize ads on Google properties. | 6 months |
| DSID | Used to identify a signed-in user on non-Google sites for ad personalization. | 2 weeks |
| __gads | Measures ad interactions and prevents the same ads from being shown too many times. | 1 year |
Google's use of advertising cookies is governed by Google's Advertising Privacy Policy.
4. Cookie Consent
When you first visit our Site, a cookie consent banner is displayed at the bottom of the page. You can choose to:
- Accept all cookies — enables analytics and advertising cookies in addition to strictly necessary cookies.
- Accept only necessary cookies — only strictly necessary cookies will be set; analytics and advertising cookies will not load.
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clearing your browser's cookies and revisiting the Site, which will trigger the consent banner again.
5. How to Manage Cookies in Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View what cookies are stored on your device.
- Delete individual cookies or all cookies.
- Block cookies from specific or all websites.
- Set your browser to notify you when a cookie is set.
Instructions for managing cookies in common browsers:
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of the Site and your user experience.
6. Opting Out of Google Tracking
In addition to browser cookie controls, you can opt out of Google-specific tracking:
- Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on.
- Personalized ads: Visit Google Ads Settings to opt out of personalized advertising.
- Industry opt-out: Visit the Network Advertising Initiative opt-out page or the Digital Advertising Alliance opt-out page.
7. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that sends a signal to websites requesting that your browsing activity not be tracked. There is currently no uniform standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. At this time, we do not respond to DNT signals, but we respect your cookie consent choices as described in this policy.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for regulatory, operational, or legal reasons. When we make changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy regularly.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Related policies: Privacy Policy · Terms of Use · Affiliate Disclosure