Last Updated: February 4, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how GlowUpBirthday.com (“we,” “us,” “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies (like pixels and local storage) to recognize you when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and the choices you have.
If you do not agree with our use of cookies, you should adjust your browser settings or use available cookie controls (if shown on the site).
1) What cookies are
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, phone, tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites work properly, remember preferences, understand how the site is used, and deliver advertising and affiliate tracking.
Cookies typically do not directly identify you by name, but they can be linked to information like a device identifier, browser settings, or IP address.
2) Cookies and similar technologies we use
We use:
- Cookies (browser cookies)
- Pixels / tags (small code snippets that measure activity)
- Local storage (browser storage to remember preferences)
3) Why we use cookies
We use cookies for purposes such as:
- Essential operation: security, load balancing, page navigation
- Preferences: remembering choices (where available)
- Analytics: understanding visits and improving content
- Advertising: showing ads (personalized or non-personalized, depending on settings/region)
- Affiliate tracking: tracking referrals when you click affiliate links
4) Types of cookies we use
A) Strictly Necessary Cookies (Always On)
These cookies are required for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They help with basic functions like page navigation and security.
Examples: security cookies, session cookies, fraud prevention, traffic routing.
B) Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors use the website (for example, what pages are visited and how long users stay). This helps us improve content and site performance.
Common provider: Google Analytics (if enabled on the site).
C) Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set by advertising partners to:
- deliver ads
- measure ad performance
- prevent showing the same ad too many times
- enable personalized advertising (where permitted)
Common provider: Google (AdSense/Google Ads).
Depending on your location, ads may be personalized or non-personalized and you may be offered consent controls.
D) Affiliate Cookies
Affiliate cookies may be used to track that you clicked an affiliate link from our website and to attribute a commission if you later make a qualifying purchase on a partner site.
Affiliate cookies do not increase product prices. We do not receive your payment details from affiliate partners.
5) Third-party cookies and partners
Some cookies are placed by third parties when you interact with our site. We do not control these cookies directly.
Third-party partners may include:
- analytics providers (e.g., Google Analytics)
- advertising networks (e.g., Google AdSense)
- affiliate networks and merchants
These providers may collect information about your device and browsing activity across websites. Their use of information is governed by their own policies.
6) Your choices and controls
A) Cookie consent controls (where shown)
If we display a cookie banner or preference center, you can accept, reject, or customize non-essential cookies (analytics/ads) based on your location and applicable laws.
You can change your choices later using the cookie controls (if available) or through browser settings.
B) Browser controls
Most browsers let you:
- delete cookies
- block cookies
- block third-party cookies
- control cookies per site
Note: blocking certain cookies may affect how the website functions.
C) Advertising controls
If Google ads are used, you can manage ad personalization and advertising preferences through Google’s ad settings (available via your Google account and device settings).
D) Do Not Track signals
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) option. There is no consistent industry standard for DNT signals, so our site may not respond to DNT in a uniform way. We follow applicable privacy laws where you live.
7) Legal basis for processing (GDPR-style)
Where required by law (such as in the EEA/UK):
- Strictly necessary cookies are used based on our legitimate interest in operating a secure, functional website.
- Analytics and advertising cookies are used based on your consent, where required.
Where laws like the CCPA/CPRA apply (California), you may have rights regarding tracking and certain data uses.
8) How long cookies stay on your device
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies: deleted when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: remain until they expire or you delete them
Retention depends on the cookie type and provider settings.
9) Updates to this Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we update it, we will revise the “Last Updated” date at the top. Your continued use of the site after changes are posted means you accept the updated policy.
10) Contact us
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, contact us at:
Email: contact@glowupbirthday.com
Contact page: GlowUpBirthday.com → Contact Us