1. Introduction
Arete Consulting LLC ("we," "our," or "us") is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring you have a positive experience on our website. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and your choices regarding their use when you visit our website at arete-delivered.net.
This Cookie Policy is provided in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), and other applicable data protection laws. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
2. 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, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how visitors use their site.
Cookies serve various functions, including:
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Understanding how you navigate and use our website
- Improving the speed and security of our website
- Providing you with relevant content and advertisements
- Analyzing website traffic and user behavior
Cookies can be "persistent" cookies or "session" cookies. Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. Session cookies are deleted when you close your web browser.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on our website:
3.1 Necessary Cookies
Necessary cookies are essential for the website to function properly. These cookies enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You cannot opt out of these cookies as they are necessary for the operation of our website.
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
| cookie_consent |
Stores your cookie consent preferences |
1 year |
| session_id |
Maintains your session state |
Session |
3.2 Analytics Cookies
Analytics cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This data helps us improve our website and services.
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
| _ga |
Google Analytics - distinguishes users |
2 years |
| _ga_* |
Google Analytics - maintains session state |
2 years |
| _gid |
Google Analytics - distinguishes users |
24 hours |
3.3 Marketing Cookies
Marketing cookies are used to track visitors across websites. They are used to display advertisements that are relevant and engaging for the individual user and more valuable to publishers and third-party advertisers.
| Cookie Name |
Purpose |
Duration |
| _uetmsclkid |
Microsoft Ads - tracks clicks for conversion tracking |
13 months |
| _uetvid |
Microsoft Ads - identifies unique visitors |
13 months |
| _fbp |
Facebook - tracks for advertising purposes |
3 months |
4. Third-Party Cookies
We allow trusted third parties to place cookies on our website for the purposes described below:
4.1 Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics, a web analytics service provided by Google LLC ("Google"). Google Analytics uses cookies to help us analyze how users use our website. The information generated by the cookie about your use of our website is transmitted to and stored by Google on servers in the United States.
Google Analytics privacy policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
4.2 Microsoft Advertising
We use Microsoft Advertising (Bing Ads) for tracking and advertising purposes. Microsoft may use cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to our website or other websites.
Microsoft privacy policy: https://privacy.microsoft.com/en-us/privacystatement
4.3 FormSubmit
We use FormSubmit.co for processing contact form submissions. FormSubmit may use cookies for security and spam prevention purposes.
FormSubmit privacy policy: https://formsubmit.co/privacy
5. How to Manage and Reject Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. Here are the ways you can manage your cookie preferences:
5.1 Our Cookie Consent Tool
When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie consent banner that allows you to:
- Accept All Cookies: This will enable all cookies, including necessary, analytics, and marketing cookies.
- Decline Non-Essential Cookies: This will only enable necessary cookies and disable analytics and marketing cookies.
- Manage Preferences: You can customize which categories of cookies you wish to accept.
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking the "Cookie Settings" link in our website footer.
5.2 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies from being set
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Please note that blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website and limit certain functionality.
5.3 Browser-Specific Instructions
Here are links to manage cookies in popular browsers:
5.4 Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of specific advertising cookies using these industry tools:
7. Legal Compliance
7.1 GDPR Compliance (European Union)
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), cookies that collect personal data require your consent. We ensure compliance by:
- Obtaining explicit, informed consent before setting non-essential cookies
- Providing clear information about each cookie's purpose
- Offering an easy way to withdraw consent at any time
- Ensuring consent is freely given, specific, informed, and unambiguous
7.2 CCPA Compliance (California)
Under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA), California residents have the right to:
- Know what personal information is collected
- Know whether their personal information is sold or disclosed
- Say no to the sale of personal information
- Access their personal information
- Equal service and price, even if they exercise their privacy rights
We do not sell personal information collected through cookies.
7.3 Microsoft Ads Policy Compliance
Our cookie practices comply with Microsoft Advertising policies, including requirements for transparency, user consent, and proper disclosure of data collection practices.
7.4 Google Ads Policy Compliance
Our cookie practices comply with Google Ads policies, including requirements for user consent, proper tracking implementation, and adherence to Google's personalized advertising policies.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. When we make changes, we will:
- Update the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy
- Notify you of significant changes through a notice on our website
- Request new consent if the changes affect your privacy rights
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.