Cookie Privacy Policy
Last updated: August 9, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how the GigMosaic Blog (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies (collectively, “cookies”) on hirepanther.ca. It applies to the blog and related pages. For information about how we handle personal information more broadly, see our Privacy Policy.
What are cookies? Cookies are small text files placed on your device when a website loads in your browser. Related technologies include local storage, session storage, pixels, tags, and SDKs. They help a site function, remember preferences, and understand how visitors use the site.
1) How we use cookies
We use cookies to:
- Operate the site (security, page navigation, load balancing).
- Remember choices (e.g., language, theme, cookie preferences).
- Measure performance (aggregated analytics to improve content and UX).
- (Optional) Marketing — only if you opt in via the banner.
We do not use cookies to read personal files on your device.
2) Types of cookies we set
A. Strictly Necessary (always on)
These cookies are essential to make the blog work. Without them, pages or key features won’t function correctly.
- Examples: session identifiers, load balancer cookies, security tokens, cookie‑consent records.
- Duration: typically session‑based or short‑lived.
B. Preferences / Functional
Remember your choices such as language, theme (light/dark), or whether you’ve dismissed announcements.
- Examples:
theme,locale,cookie_preferences(stored via cookie or localStorage). - Duration: up to 12 months, unless you clear them sooner.
C. Analytics / Performance
Help us understand aggregate traffic and content performance (e.g., device types, pages visited, average time on page). We use this to improve the blog.
- Provider (example): Google Analytics 4 (GA4) with IP anonymization enabled where supported.
- Typical cookies:
_ga,_ga_*,_gid. - Duration: up to 24 months (set by the provider).
You can opt out of analytics via the Cookie Preferences link in the footer or your browser settings.
D. Advertising / Marketing (if enabled)
Used to measure campaign effectiveness or show interest‑based content. We only set these if you opt in.
- Possible providers: advertising pixels (e.g., Meta, LinkedIn) or newsletter signup/conversion tracking.
- Typical cookies:
_fbp,_tt_enable_cookie,_clck(provider‑specific). - Duration: varies by provider.
3) Third‑party services we may use
Some cookies are set by third parties that provide services to us. They may collect data independently according to their own privacy policies.
- Analytics: Google Analytics 4 (GA4).
- CDN & Security: Cloudflare or AWS CloudFront may set technical cookies for routing and security.
- Embedded Media: If we embed content (e.g., YouTube, Vimeo, X/Twitter), those sites may set their own cookies when you view or interact with the embeds.
- Email & Forms: If you subscribe to newsletters or submit forms, our email provider may set cookies for fraud prevention and service delivery.
We aim to keep this list accurate; specific cookies may change over time as we improve the blog.
4) Your choices
Manage consent on this site
Use the Cookie Preferences link in the site footer to:
- Review categories and toggle non‑essential cookies on/off.
- Withdraw consent at any time (changes apply going forward).
Browser & device controls
You can block or delete cookies in your browser. Instructions:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
- Safari: Settings/Preferences → Privacy
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and site permissions
Blocking all cookies may break some site features.
Do Not Track / Global Privacy Control
Some browsers support Do Not Track (DNT) or Global Privacy Control (GPC). Where technically feasible, we treat such signals as an opt‑out of non‑essential cookies; however, detection is not guaranteed across all environments.
5) Data retention
Cookie lifetimes vary by purpose and provider. Analytics data is retained in aggregated form for limited periods consistent with our operational needs. You can clear cookies at any time in your browser.
6) Region‑specific information
- Canada (PIPEDA & provincial laws): We seek consent for non‑essential cookies and provide clear options to withdraw.
- EU/EEA/UK (GDPR/PECR): If you access the blog from these regions, non‑essential cookies are set only after affirmative consent via the banner.
- United States: Some state laws require disclosure of targeted advertising and opt‑out options. We provide controls via Cookie Preferences.
7) Updates to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we post changes, we revise the “Last updated” date at the top. Material changes will be highlighted in the banner or on this page.
8) Contact us
Questions about this policy or your choices?
Email: legal@gigmosaic.com
Appendix: Example cookie table (replace with your actual setup)
| Category | Cookie / Storage Key | Provider | Purpose | Typical Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | __Host-route, cf_bm | Site / CDN | Session routing & bot management | Session / short‑lived |
| Preferences | theme, locale, cookie_preferences | Site | Remember UI and consent choices | Up to 12 months |
| Analytics | _ga, _ga_*, _gid | Google Analytics 4 | Aggregate site usage & performance | 1–24 months |
| Marketing (opt‑in) | _fbp | Meta | Measure ad performance | 3 months |
| Embedded Media | as set by youtube.com / vimeo.com | YouTube/Vimeo | Play and measure embedded videos | As per provider |
Replace entries with the exact cookies your site sets. If you don’t run marketing pixels, remove that row.