Cookie Policy
Effective Date: January 1, 2024
This Cookie Policy explains how Smart Home Pursuits (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are and why we use them, as well as your rights to control our use of them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide information to website owners, and improve user experience.
Cookies set by the website owner (in this case, Smart Home Pursuits) are called “first-party cookies.” Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called “third-party cookies.”
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several reasons:
- Essential Cookies: Required for the website to function properly
- Performance Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website
- Functionality Cookies: Remember your preferences and personalize your experience
- Analytics Cookies: Help us improve our website by collecting anonymous usage data
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences or filling in forms.
- Session Cookies: Maintain your session while browsing
- Security Cookies: Help protect against security threats
- Load Balancing: Ensure optimal website performance
3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources to measure and improve the performance of our site. All information collected is aggregated and anonymous.
- Google Analytics: Tracks website usage and user behavior
- Performance Monitoring: Identifies website performance issues
3.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use.
- Preference Cookies: Remember your settings and preferences
- Smart Home Build Data: Save your build configurations locally
- Language Settings: Remember your language preferences
4. Third-Party Cookies
Some content or applications on our website are served by third parties. These third parties may use cookies when you interact with their content. We do not control these third-party cookies. Common third-party services include:
- Amazon Associates: For product links and pricing information
- Social Media Platforms: For sharing content
- Embedded Content: Such as videos or external widgets
5. Local Storage
In addition to cookies, we use local storage (a technology similar to cookies) to store your smart home build configurations on your device. This allows you to save and return to your builds without creating an account. Local storage data:
- Is stored only on your device
- Is not transmitted to our servers
- Can be cleared through your browser settings
- Persists until manually deleted
6. How to Control Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can control cookies through:
6.1 Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Delete all cookies
- Block all cookies
- Allow all cookies
- Block third-party cookies
- Clear cookies when you close your browser
- Accept cookies from specific websites
6.2 Browser-Specific Instructions
7. Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that if you disable cookies:
- Some features of our website may not function properly
- Your user experience may be limited
- You may need to re-enter information each visit
- Your smart home builds may not be saved locally
8. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers incorporate a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. We currently do not respond to DNT signals, but we limit tracking to the purposes described in this policy.
9. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our business operations. We will notify you of any changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the “Effective Date.”
10. Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
11. More Information About Cookies
For more general information about cookies and how to manage them, visit: