COOKIE POLICY
Last Updated: January 10, 2026
1. WHAT ARE COOKIES
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how LuzRanch (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses them on https://www.luzranch.com (the “Website”), and your choices regarding cookies.
Definition:
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their site is being used.
Cookies set by the website owner are called “first-party cookies.” Cookies set by parties other than the website owner are called “third-party cookies.”
2. COOKIES WE USE
Essential/Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the Website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
Examples:
• Session cookies (to keep you logged in)
• Security cookies (to prevent fraud)
• Load balancing cookies (for site stability)
Can be disabled? No – the Website cannot function properly without these.
Typical Retention: Session to 1 year
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Functional/Preference Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
Examples:
• Language preferences
• Region/country settings
• Display preferences (dark mode, font size)
• Previously viewed content
Can be disabled? Yes, but some features may not work properly.
Typical Retention: 30 days to 1 year
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Analytics/Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our Website’s performance and content.
Provider: Google Analytics
Data Collected:
• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• Traffic sources (how you arrived at our Website)
• Browser and device information
• Approximate location (country/city level)
Can be disabled? Yes, these are optional cookies.
Typical Retention: Up to 2 years
3. COOKIE CONSENT
We use a cookie consent mechanism to obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.
When you first visit our Website:
• You will see a cookie consent banner
• Essential cookies are placed immediately (required for the site to work)
• Non-essential cookies wait for your explicit consent
Your Consent Choices:
• Accept All: All cookie categories will be enabled
• Customize: Choose which cookie categories to enable
• Reject All: Only essential cookies will be used
4. MANAGING COOKIES
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie rights in the following ways:
1. Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
• Block all cookies
• Accept all cookies
• Block third-party cookies only
• Clear existing cookies
Browser-Specific Instructions:
• Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies
• Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies
• Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Cookies
• Edge: Settings → Privacy → Cookies
2. Our Cookie Settings
You can change your cookie preferences at any time by clicking [Cookie Settings] at the bottom of our website.
3. Opt-Out Links for Analytics
• Google Analytics Opt-Out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Note: Blocking some types of cookies may impact your experience on our Website and limit the services we can offer.
5. DATA RETENTION
Cookie retention periods vary depending on the type and purpose of the cookie:
Essential Cookies: Session-based (deleted when you close your browser) or up to 1 year
Functional Cookies: Up to 1 year
Analytics Cookies: Up to 2 years
Marketing Cookies: Up to 1 year
After these periods, cookies are automatically deleted from your device.
6. YOUR PRIVACY RIGHTS
Your Rights Under GDPR (EU Visitors):
• Right to access your data
• Right to rectification
• Right to erasure (“right to be forgotten”)
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing
• Right to withdraw consent at any time
7. UPDATES TO THIS POLICY
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons.
When we update this policy:
• The “Last Updated” date at the top will be revised
• For significant changes, we may notify you through our Website or via email
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically.
8. CONTACT US
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
LuzRanch
Email: luzranch@hotmail.com
Website: https://www.luzranch.com
We typically respond to inquiries within 2-3 business days.
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