Cookie Policy
Website: CrawlTheory.com
Effective Date: May 15, 2025
Last Updated: May 15, 2025
Contact: hello@crawltheory.com
This Cookie Policy explains how CrawlTheory.com ("we," "us," "our") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website. By continuing to use the site, you consent to our use of cookies as described here.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide analytics to site owners, and deliver relevant content or advertising.
Similar technologies include web beacons, pixel tags, local storage, and session storage, which function in comparable ways.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as setting privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms. Without these cookies, core site features would not work.
2.2 Analytics & Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with CrawlTheory.com by collecting information anonymously. We use this data to improve our site's performance and content.
- Google Analytics — tracks page views, sessions, traffic sources, and user behavior
- Hotjar or similar tools — may be used for heatmaps or session recording to improve UX
2.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences (e.g., region, newsletter dismissals). Disabling them may impact the quality of your experience.
2.4 Marketing & Targeting Cookies
If we run advertising campaigns or use retargeting tools, these cookies may be set to track your visits across websites and build a profile of your interests. This allows us or our advertising partners to show you relevant ads.
- Google Ads / Google Tag Manager
- Meta Pixel (if used for social advertising)
- LinkedIn Insight Tag (if used for B2B retargeting)
We will always seek your consent before placing marketing cookies, where required by applicable law.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services embedded in our content, such as YouTube videos, social sharing buttons, or analytics platforms. These third parties have their own privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review.
4. Cookie Duration
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies — temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies — remain on your device for a defined period (e.g., 30 days to 2 years) or until manually deleted
5. Your Cookie Choices
You have the right to accept, reject, or manage cookies. You can do this through:
5.1 Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit CrawlTheory.com, you will be presented with a cookie consent notice where you can accept or customize your cookie preferences.
5.2 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies through their settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of this and other websites.
5.3 Opt-Out Tools
- Google Analytics Opt-Out: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Network Advertising Initiative Opt-Out: optout.networkadvertising.org
- Your Online Choices (EU): youronlinechoices.eu
6. Do Not Track
Some browsers include a 'Do Not Track' (DNT) signal. CrawlTheory.com currently does not alter its data collection practices in response to DNT signals, as no universal standard exists for interpreting them. We will update this policy if that changes.
7. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our practices. Changes will be posted with an updated 'Last Updated' date.
8. Contact
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at: hello@crawltheory.com
