Effective Date: March 8, 2025
Last Modified: March 8, 2025
This Cookie Policy (the “Policy”) explains how I, Adam Szokol (“I,” “me,” “my”), use cookies and similar tracking technologies on my websites—adamszokol.com and adamszokol.me (collectively, the “Websites”)—and any related digital platforms or services (the “Services”). This Policy should be read in conjunction with my Privacy Policy (the “Privacy Policy”), which provides additional details on how I collect, use, disclose, and protect your personal data (including that which may be gathered by cookies and similar technologies).
By continuing to use or access the Services, you consent to the use of cookies and similar technologies as described in this Policy. If you do not agree with any part of this Cookie Policy, please discontinue use of the Services or adjust your browser settings to refuse certain cookies (as described below).
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that websites place on your device—be it a computer, smartphone, or tablet—when you visit or interact with them. They are widely used to ensure websites function correctly or more efficiently, and they also provide website operators with reporting information. Cookies allow a website to recognize your device and store certain information about your preferences, browsing history, or past actions on the site, enabling improved functionality and personalized experiences.
1.1 Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, I may also use similar technologies—such as web beacons (also called pixel tags), embedded scripts, and local storage objects—that can collect unique identifiers tied to your browser, device, or IP address. When referring to “cookies,” this Policy also includes these other types of technologies unless otherwise specified.
2. How I Use Cookies
I use both first-party and third-party cookies for various purposes. Below is an overview of the categories of cookies deployed on the Websites and how they support the Services:
- Essential Cookies
- Purpose: These cookies are necessary for the Websites to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation, secure areas, and account logins.
- Examples: Session cookies that keep you logged in while you browse, or security-related cookies that help authenticate users.
- Impact if Disabled: Without these cookies, certain core functionalities (e.g., checkout, account management) may not work correctly.
- Performance and Analytics Cookies
- Purpose: These cookies collect aggregate information about how visitors use the Websites—for instance, which pages are visited most often, how long a user stays on each page, and any error messages encountered.
- Examples: Cookies that track your path through the site or measure page load times, helping me optimize user experience and diagnose technical issues.
- Impact if Disabled: While not strictly necessary for basic site function, disabling these cookies may limit my ability to understand performance issues and improve the Services.
- Functionality Cookies
- Purpose: These cookies allow the Websites to remember choices you make (such as your username, language, region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.
- Examples: Cookies that remember your preferred language settings or items left in a shopping cart.
- Impact if Disabled: Your preferences and personalized settings may not be saved, resulting in a less tailored user experience.
- Advertising and Third-Party Cookies
- Purpose: I work with third-party partners to deliver ads that may be more relevant to you. These partners (including Traffic Stars) may use cookies and other tracking technologies to collect information about your browsing behavior across different websites.
- Examples: Cookies that build a profile of your interests to serve you targeted or interest-based advertisements.
- Impact if Disabled: You may still see ads, but they may be less relevant to your interests. Disabling these cookies may also affect the performance of certain advertising-related services.
2.1 Advertising Partners
TRAFFIC STARS LTD is a company duly registered in the Republic of Cyprus under registration number HE 335138 having its registered office and head office at Arch. Makariou III, 124, AGROTIS COURT, Floor 1, 3021, Limassol, Cyprus.
This partner help display advertisements on the Websites and may use cookies to measure the effectiveness of ads, limit the frequency with which you see a particular ad, and track your online activities across various websites. Please review their respective privacy policies for more information on how they handle your data.
3. Managing and Disabling Cookies
3.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences (e.g., enabling, disabling, or deleting cookies). Specific instructions vary by browser, so refer to your browser’s “Help” section to learn how to modify your cookie settings. You can typically:
- Block all cookies
- Block only third-party cookies
- Delete existing cookies
- Send “Do Not Track” signals (note that not all websites respond to these signals)
Be aware that if you choose to block or delete cookies, certain features of the Websites may become unavailable or may not function as intended.
3.2 Third-Party Cookie Management
- Traffic Stars: To opt out of their cookie-based tracking for targeted ads, follow the instructions and opt-out mechanisms provided in each partner’s privacy policy (linked above).
- Industry-Wide Opt-Out Pages: You may also visit organizations like the Network Advertising Initiative or the Digital Advertising Alliance to opt out of interest-based advertising from many ad networks at once.
4. International Data Transfers
If you are located outside of the United States, be aware that the data collected through cookies on the Websites may be transferred to, stored on, or processed on servers in the United States or other countries with different data protection laws. By using my Services, you explicitly consent to this transfer of information, subject to the safeguards and considerations described in my Privacy Policy. If you do not consent, please discontinue use of the Services or adjust your cookie settings accordingly.
5. Updates to This Cookie Policy
I reserve the right to update or modify this Cookie Policy from time to time in response to changing technologies, business practices, or legal requirements. When I do, I will revise the “Last Modified” date at the top of this Policy and, in case of significant changes, I may also notify you via email or a prominent notice on the Websites. I encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about my cookie practices and how you can manage them.
6. Contact Information
If you have questions, comments, or concerns about this Cookie Policy or any data protection matters, please reach out to me:
Name:
Adam Szokol
Address:
2300 Rock Springs Drive, Apt 1145
Las Vegas, NV, USA
Email:
info@adamszokol.com
Phone:
+1 (845) 793-0554
I will do my best to respond promptly and address any issues or inquiries in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
By continuing to use the Websites and Services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to the terms of this Cookie Policy. If you do not wish to accept cookies, please modify your browser settings accordingly or discontinue use of the Services.
