Cookie Policy
This policy explains how finshabits.com uses cookies and similar technologies, and how you can manage your preferences.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the site owner.
Cookies can be "session cookies" (deleted when you close your browser) or "persistent cookies" (which remain on your device for a set period of time, or until you delete them). Cookies set by the website you are visiting are called "first-party cookies." Cookies set by other parties are called "third-party cookies."
2. How We Use Cookies
finshabits uses cookies for the following purposes:
2.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are essential for the Site to function and cannot be switched off. They do not collect personal information that could be used for marketing. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as setting your cookie consent preference. You cannot opt out of these cookies.
- finshabits_cookie_consent: Stores your cookie consent decision (accepted or declined) so you are not shown the consent banner on every page visit. Duration: 12 months.
2.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This allows us to improve the content and user experience of the Site. These cookies are only set if you consent via the cookie banner.
- Page visit counts and session duration
- Which pages are most frequently visited
- Broad geographic region (country level)
- Browser and device type (aggregated)
- How visitors arrive at the Site (search, direct, referral)
All analytics data is processed in aggregate and anonymized form. We do not use analytics cookies to identify individual visitors or to track behavior across other websites.
2.3 Preference Cookies
These cookies allow the Site to remember choices you make (such as previously visited tabs or scroll position) to provide a more personalized experience. We currently make minimal use of preference cookies.
3. Third-Party Cookies
Some pages on the Site may contain content or functionality loaded from third-party sources (such as icon font CDNs). These third parties may set their own cookies in accordance with their own privacy policies. finshabits does not control or have access to these third-party cookies.
finshabits does not use advertising cookies, social media tracking cookies, or any cookies associated with targeted advertising or cross-site profiling.
4. Cookie Table
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| finshabits_cookie_consent | Necessary | Stores your cookie consent preference | 12 months |
| _analytics_session | Analytics | Distinguishes unique sessions for traffic analysis | Session |
| _analytics_visitor | Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors in anonymized aggregate | 13 months |
5. Managing and Controlling Cookies
5.1 Via the Cookie Banner
When you first visit finshabits.com, a cookie consent banner is displayed at the bottom of the screen. You can accept or decline non-essential cookies at that point. Your preference is stored and the banner will not be shown again for 12 months.
To change your preference, clear the cookie named "finshabits_cookie_consent" from your browser settings, then reload the page.
5.2 Via Your Browser
All major web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically:
- View and delete existing cookies stored on your device
- Block cookies from specific websites
- Block all third-party cookies
- Block all cookies (though this may affect site functionality)
- Set preferences to be notified when cookies are set
To manage cookies in your browser, consult the help documentation for your specific browser. Common browser settings pages:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Preferences > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Manage Website Data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions > Cookies and site data
5.3 Opt-Out Tools
For analytics opt-out options, many analytics providers offer browser-level opt-out mechanisms. Please consult the privacy documentation of any analytics provider in use for specific opt-out instructions.
6. Impact of Declining Cookies
You can use finshabits.com without accepting analytics or preference cookies. The informational content of the Site is fully accessible without any cookies other than the strictly necessary consent cookie. Declining non-essential cookies will not reduce the quality or availability of any content on the Site.
7. Do Not Track
Some browsers send a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal to websites. We acknowledge this signal and treat it as a request to minimize data collection. Where technically feasible, we apply additional anonymization when a DNT signal is detected.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we do, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page. If the changes are material, we will display the updated cookie consent banner to allow you to review and re-confirm your preferences.
9. Contact
If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
- Email: info@finshabits.com
- Website: finshabits.com