Cookie Policy
Last Updated: October 6, 2025
Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how The Birth Flower (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://thebirthflower.com (the “Site”).
This policy provides you with information about:
- What cookies are
- How we use cookies
- The types of cookies we use
- How to control or delete cookies
By using our Site, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.
Cookies allow websites to:
- Remember your preferences
- Analyze how you use the site
- Improve your experience
- Show you relevant content and advertisements
How We Use Cookies
The Birth Flower uses cookies to:
- Understand Site Usage: We analyze how visitors use our Site to improve content and user experience
- Remember Preferences: We remember your settings and preferences for future visits
- Enable Features: Certain features of our Site require cookies to function properly
- Show Relevant Ads: We use cookies to display relevant advertisements through Google AdSense
- Measure Performance: We track which pages are most popular and how visitors navigate our Site
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Site to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website.
Example: Session cookies that keep you logged in
Duration: Session (deleted when you close your browser)
2. Analytics Cookies
We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our Site. This helps us improve our content and user experience.
Google Analytics Cookies:
- _ga: Used to distinguish users (expires after 2 years)
- _gid: Used to distinguish users (expires after 24 hours)
- _gat: Used to throttle request rate (expires after 1 minute)
Purpose: Track visitor behavior, page views, session duration, and traffic sources
Provider: Google LLC
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3. Advertising Cookies
We display advertisements through Google AdSense. These cookies are used to show you relevant ads and measure ad performance.
Google AdSense Cookies:
- IDE: Used by Google DoubleClick to register and report user actions (expires after 1 year)
- test_cookie: Used to check if the user’s browser supports cookies (expires after 15 minutes)
- NID: Contains a unique ID Google uses to remember preferences and other information (expires after 6 months)
- DSID: Used to identify a signed-in user on non-Google sites (expires after 2 weeks)
- 1P_JAR: Used to gather website statistics and track conversion rates (expires after 1 month)
Purpose:
- Display relevant advertisements
- Frequency capping (limit how often you see the same ad)
- Measure ad effectiveness
- Personalize ads based on your interests
Provider: Google LLC
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4. Social Media Cookies
If you share content from our Site on social media platforms, those platforms may set cookies on your device.
Example: Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter sharing buttons
Note: We do not control these third-party cookies. Please refer to the respective social media platform’s privacy policy.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our Site are set by third parties:
Google Services
We use several Google services that may set cookies:
Google Analytics
Analytics cookies to measure site traffic and user behavior.
Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Google AdSense
Advertising cookies to display relevant ads based on your browsing activity.
Manage preferences:
Google Fonts
May set cookies to load web fonts (no personal data collected).
Other Third Parties
We may also use services from other third parties (such as content delivery networks or social media platforms) that may set their own cookies.
How to Control Cookies
You have several options to manage or disable cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete cookies when you close your browser
- Accept cookies from specific websites
How to manage cookies in different browsers:
Note: Blocking all cookies may affect your experience on our Site and prevent certain features from working.
Google Ads Settings
To opt out of personalized Google ads:
- Visit Google Ads Settings
- Turn off “Ads Personalization”
- Alternatively, use the Google Ads Opt-out Plugin
Industry Opt-Out Tools
You can also opt out of interest-based advertising through these industry tools:
Do Not Track (DNT)
Some browsers have a “Do Not Track” feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT signals, but we respect your privacy choices through the methods described above.
Mobile Devices
Mobile devices have settings to limit ad tracking:
- iOS: Settings → Privacy & Security → Tracking → Allow Apps to Request to Track (turn off)
- Android: Settings → Google → Ads → Opt out of Ads Personalization
Cookie Consent
When you first visit our Site, you may see a cookie consent banner. By clicking “Accept” or continuing to use the Site, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
You can withdraw your consent at any time by:
- Adjusting your browser settings
- Using the opt-out links provided above
- Contacting us (see below)
Cookies and Personal Data
Some cookies may collect personal data. For more information about how we handle your personal information, please read our Privacy Policy.
Children’s Privacy
Our Site is not intended for children under 13 years of age. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected information from a child, please contact us immediately.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, regulatory, or operational reasons.
When we update this policy:
- We will update the “Last Updated” date at the top
- Material changes will be notified through a notice on our Site
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our cookie practices.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:
Email: contact@thebirthflower.com
Website: https://thebirthflower.com
Additional Resources
For more information about cookies and online privacy:
By using The Birth Flower website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.
