Cookie Policy

Last Updated: January 1, 2024

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are stored 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.

How We Use Cookies

Homesley, Gaines & Dudley, LLP uses cookies for the following purposes:

Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

Examples:

• Session management cookies
• Security cookies
• Cookie consent preferences

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website and services.

Examples:

• Google Analytics cookies
• Page view tracking
• User session duration

Marketing Cookies

These cookies are used to track visitors across websites. The intention is to display ads that are relevant and engaging for the individual user.

Examples:

• Social media tracking pixels
• Advertising network cookies
• Retargeting cookies

Cookies We Use

Cookie Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
cookieConsent	Necessary	Stores cookie consent preferences	1 year
_ga	Analytics	Google Analytics - distinguishes users	2 years
_gid	Analytics	Google Analytics - distinguishes users	24 hours

Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

Browser Settings

Most browsers allow you to manage cookie settings. You can set your browser to refuse cookies or delete certain cookies. Here's how to manage cookies in popular browsers:

• Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
• Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
• Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data

Our Cookie Banner

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner that allows you to:

• Accept all cookies
• Manage your preferences and choose which cookies to allow

Third-Party Opt-Out

For third-party cookies used for analytics and advertising, you can often opt out through the third party's website:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Consumer Opt Out

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. For example:

• You may need to re-enter your cookie preferences each time you visit
• Some website features may be limited
• We will not be able to remember your preferences

Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data collection practices. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

Homesley, Gaines & Dudley, LLP
316 E Broad St
Statesville, NC 28677, USA
Phone: +1 (304) 620-8566
Email: info@homeslawgaines.com