Cookie Policy
Cookies help CabinetLoop work smoothly and improve your browsing experience. This page explains exactly what we use, why, and how you can stay in control.
Last Updated: September 24, 20261. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites store on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit them. They allow the website to remember information about your visit — such as your preferences, login status, or which pages you've viewed — over a period of time.
Cookies are not programs and cannot carry viruses or install malware on your device. They simply store small pieces of text that only the website that created them can read.
In addition to cookies, we may use similar tracking technologies such as web beacons (also called pixel tags) and local storage. These serve similar purposes and are covered by this policy for simplicity.
2. Why We Use Cookies
CabinetLoop uses cookies for a small number of clear, practical purposes:
- To keep the Site working properly — essential functions like remembering your cookie consent choice.
- To understand how visitors use the Site — anonymous analytics that help us improve content and navigation.
- To track affiliate referrals — so we can receive commissions when readers purchase through our links, which funds our work.
- To remember your preferences — so you don't have to re-enter settings on each visit.
We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal information, to serve intrusive personalized ads based on sensitive data, or to sell your information to third parties.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Cookies on CabinetLoop fall into four categories. Here's what each one does and whether you can disable it.
4. Detailed Cookie Table
The table below lists the main cookies that may be set when you use CabinetLoop, along with their purpose and typical duration.
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| cookieConsent | Essential | Stores your cookie consent choice (accepted or declined) so the banner does not appear on every visit. | 1 year |
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics — distinguishes unique users by assigning a randomly generated number as a client identifier. | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics — distinguishes users and stores information about how visitors use the Site. | 24 hours |
| _gat | Analytics | Google Analytics — used to throttle request rates to limit data collection on high-traffic sites. | 1 minute |
| session-id | Affiliate | Amazon Associates — tracks clicks and purchases made through our affiliate links so commissions can be credited. | 24 hours to 90 days |
| pref-* | Preference | Stores user-selected settings such as dismissed banners or preferred reading modes. | Up to 1 year |
Note: Cookie names and durations may change slightly as we update our tools or third-party partners change their practices. The categories and purposes described here remain accurate.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on CabinetLoop are set by third-party services we work with. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review:
- Google Analytics — provides anonymized traffic analysis. Learn more at Google's Privacy Policy.
- Amazon Associates — tracks affiliate referrals from product links. Learn more at Amazon's Privacy Notice.
- Advertising Partners — if we display advertising, networks such as Google AdSense may set cookies to serve relevant ads. You can manage ad personalization at Google Ads Settings.
We do not control third-party cookies directly. To manage them, use the opt-out tools provided by the respective services or adjust your browser settings.
6. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
- Use our cookie banner — when you first visit CabinetLoop, a consent banner allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies.
- Adjust your browser settings — most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. See Section 7 for browser-specific instructions.
- Use private browsing mode — private or incognito windows delete cookies when you close the window.
- Install browser extensions — tools that block trackers and third-party cookies can reduce affiliate and analytics tracking.
Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of the Site, and disabling all cookies may prevent some features from working as intended.
7. Browser-Specific Instructions
Each browser handles cookies differently. Below are links to the cookie management help pages for the most common browsers:
Google Chrome
Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data.
Mozilla Firefox
Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data.
Safari
Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data.
Microsoft Edge
Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage and delete cookies.
Opera
Settings → Privacy & security → Cookies.
Brave
Settings → Shields → Cookies and other site data.
For a comprehensive guide on cookie management, visit allaboutcookies.org.
8. Cookie Consent
When you first visit CabinetLoop, you'll see a cookie consent banner. This banner allows you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. Your choice is stored in a cookie (cookieConsent) so that the banner does not appear on every visit.
If you change your mind at any time, you can:
- Clear your browser cookies and revisit the Site to see the banner again.
- Adjust your browser settings to block specific cookie types.
- Reach out through our contact us page if you have questions about your consent status.
For more information about how we handle personal data, please see our privacy policy.
9. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page.
We encourage you to review this page periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies. Your continued use of the Site after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated policy.
10. Frequently Asked Questions
Are cookies harmful?
No. Cookies are simple text files, not programs. They cannot carry viruses, install malware, or access other files on your device. They only store information that websites use to remember your preferences or gather anonymous statistics.
Do I have to accept cookies?
No. You can decline non-essential cookies through our consent banner or browser settings. However, essential cookies are required for the Site to work properly, and declining all cookies may limit certain features.
What happens if I delete cookies?
Deleting cookies removes stored preferences and identifiers. You may see the cookie consent banner again on your next visit, and analytics data will reset for your device. No personal harm results from clearing cookies.
Do you sell the data collected through cookies?
No. We do not sell or trade data collected through cookies. Analytics data is anonymized and aggregated. Affiliate cookie data is shared only with the affiliate network (such as Amazon) for the purpose of crediting commissions.
How can I opt out of Google Analytics?
You can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on, which prevents Google Analytics from collecting data on any site you visit.
11. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy, the cookies we use, or how to manage your preferences, please reach out to us through our contact us page. We're happy to clarify anything you find unclear.
Questions About Our Cookie Policy?
We want you to feel fully informed about how cookies work on CabinetLoop. If anything here is unclear, we're happy to explain.
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