Effective Date: October 4, 2025
Last Updated: October 4, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how Hostfier (“we,” “our,” “us”), owned and operated by DIGITAL MASTERY LLC, uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://hostfier.com (the “Website”).
By continuing to browse or use our Website, you agree to the use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you disable them.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) by websites you visit. They help websites function properly, improve user experience, and provide analytical and marketing information.
There are different types of cookies:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until deleted.
- First-party Cookies: Placed by the website you are visiting.
- Third-party Cookies: Placed by external services integrated into the website (e.g., analytics, ads).
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
a. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly. They enable features like account login, secure checkout, and basic navigation.
- You cannot disable these cookies through our cookie banner because the site cannot function without them.
b. Analytics & Performance Cookies
We use Google Analytics to collect anonymous data about how visitors interact with our Website.
This helps us improve content, design, and user experience.
- Example: pages visited, time spent, browser type, and device used.
c. Marketing & Advertising Cookies
We use cookies from Google Ads and Facebook Ads for remarketing and advertising purposes.
These cookies help us show you relevant ads on other websites and measure the effectiveness of our campaigns.
d. Functional Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and enhance your browsing experience.
For example: remembering your language or login details for future visits.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our Website. Examples include:
- Google Analytics – for performance tracking
- Brevo (Sendinblue) – for email marketing features
- Google Ads / Facebook Ads – for targeted advertising
- Payment Processors (PayPal, Stripe, Paddle) – during checkout flows
We have no control over these third-party cookies. Please refer to their respective privacy and cookie policies for more details.
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You can control and manage cookies in various ways:
a. Cookie Banner (on our Website)
When you first visit our Website, you’ll see a cookie consent banner.
- You can accept all cookies or customize your preferences.
- Your consent will be stored for future visits.
b. Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings.
For more information, visit:
c. Opt-Out Links for Third Parties
- Google Analytics: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Google Ads Settings: https://adssettings.google.com
- Facebook Ads Preferences: https://www.facebook.com/ads/preferences
5. Legal Basis for Using Cookies (GDPR)
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), we rely on the following legal bases:
- Essential Cookies: Legitimate interests (necessary for the operation of the website)
- Analytics & Marketing Cookies: User consent, collected via the cookie banner
You may withdraw your consent at any time by clearing cookies in your browser or adjusting preferences in the cookie banner.
6. California Users – CCPA/CPRA
If you are a California resident, under CCPA and CPRA, you have the right to:
- Know what personal information is collected through cookies
- Opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information (we do not sell data)
- Request deletion of personal information collected via cookies
To exercise your rights, please contact us at [email protected] or visit https://hostfier.com/contact.
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our business practices. The “Last Updated” date at the top of this page will indicate the latest version.
We encourage you to check this page regularly for updates.
8. Contact Us
For any questions about this Cookie Policy or your cookie preferences, please contact us at:
DIGITAL MASTERY LLC
127 N HIGGINS AVE STE 307D #930
MISSOULA, MT 59802, United States
Email: [email protected]
Contact Page: https://hostfier.com/contact
