Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 15, 2025

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit our website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

This Cookie Policy explains how Pebbble ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website and services, and how you can control them.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as security, network management, and accessibility. You may not opt out of these cookies.

  • Authentication and session management
  • Security and fraud prevention
  • Load balancing and site performance
  • Remembering your preferences and settings

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use.

  • Language preferences
  • Region or location settings
  • User interface customizations
  • Video playback and embedded content

Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

  • Page views and traffic sources
  • Time spent on pages
  • Click patterns and navigation paths
  • Error monitoring and performance metrics

Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies are used to deliver advertisements that are more relevant to you and your interests. They also limit the number of times you see an advertisement.

  • Targeted advertising
  • Social media integration
  • Cross-device tracking
  • Retargeting and remarketing

3. Third-Party Cookies and Integrations

We work with trusted third-party service providers who may set cookies on your device. Below is a comprehensive list of our partners and their privacy policies:

Analytics and Performance

Marketing and Advertising

Essential Services

Note: Third-party services may update their privacy practices. We recommend reviewing their privacy policies directly for the most current information.

4. Cookie Duration

Cookies can be either:

Session Cookies

These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser. They help us identify you during a single browsing session.

Persistent Cookies

These cookies remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them. They help us recognize you when you return to our website.

Cookie Retention Periods

  • Essential Cookies: Session or up to 1 year
  • Functional Cookies: Up to 2 years
  • Analytics Cookies: Up to 2 years
  • Marketing Cookies: Up to 13 months

5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences

Cookie Consent Banner

When you first visit our website, you'll see a cookie consent banner. You can choose to accept all cookies or customize your preferences by cookie category.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

  • Block all cookies
  • Block third-party cookies only
  • Delete existing cookies
  • Set your browser to notify you when cookies are sent

Browser-Specific Instructions

  • Chrome: Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  • Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  • Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  • Edge: Settings → Site permissions → Cookies and site data

Opt-Out Tools

You can also use these industry opt-out tools:

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

Important: Disabling certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website and services. Some features may not work properly or at all if you disable cookies.

Potential Effects:

  • You may need to re-enter information frequently
  • Some features may not function correctly
  • Personalized content and recommendations may not be available
  • Login and authentication processes may be affected

7. Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" feature that sends a signal to websites requesting not to track users. Currently, there is no industry standard for responding to Do Not Track signals. We do not currently respond to Do Not Track signals, but we provide you with the cookie control options described in this policy.

8. State Privacy Laws and Cookie Compliance

U.S. State Law Compliance

Under various U.S. state privacy laws, certain uses of cookies and tracking technologies may constitute "selling" or "sharing" personal information:

  • California (CCPA/CPRA): Right to opt out of sale/sharing of personal information
  • Virginia (VCDPA): Right to opt out of targeted advertising and profiling
  • Colorado (CPA): Right to opt out of targeted advertising and data sales
  • Connecticut (CTDPA): Right to opt out of targeted advertising
  • Utah (UCPA): Right to opt out of targeted advertising

Global Privacy Signal (GPC)

We recognize and honor Global Privacy Control (GPC) signals where legally required. If your browser sends a GPC signal, we will treat it as a request to opt out of targeted advertising and data sharing.

Exercising Your Rights

You can exercise your cookie-related privacy rights through:

  • Our cookie consent banner (appears on first visit)
  • Browser settings to enable GPC or Do Not Track
  • Contacting us at info.pebbble@gmail.com with subject "Cookie Opt-Out Request"
  • Using our cookie preference center (available in the site footer)

9. Mobile App Tracking

If you use our mobile applications, we may use mobile-specific tracking technologies such as:

  • Mobile advertising identifiers (iOS IDFA, Android GAID)
  • App-specific identifiers
  • Push notification tokens
  • Location data (with your permission)

You can control these through your device settings and app permissions.

10. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page and update the "Last updated" date.

11. Detailed Cookie List

Below is a detailed list of cookies we may use on our website:

Cookie NamePurposeTypeDuration
pebbble_sessionUser authentication and session managementEssentialSession
cookieConsentRemember your cookie preferencesEssential1 year
_gaGoogle Analytics - distinguish usersAnalytics2 years
_gidGoogle Analytics - distinguish usersAnalytics24 hours
_fbpFacebook Pixel - track conversionsMarketing3 months
_hjSessionUserHotjar - user behavior analyticsAnalytics1 year

Note: This list may not be exhaustive. Third-party services may set additional cookies. The actual cookies present may vary based on your consent choices and browsing behavior.

12. Cookie Consent Management

Consent Management Platform

We use a consent management platform that allows you to control your cookie preferences. You can:

  • View which cookies are active on your browser
  • Change your preferences at any time
  • Withdraw consent for non-essential cookies
  • Access detailed information about each cookie category

Consent Records

We maintain records of your consent choices for compliance purposes. These records include:

  • Date and time of consent
  • Categories of cookies consented to
  • Method of consent (banner, preferences center, etc.)
  • Browser and device information

13. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy, our use of cookies, or wish to exercise your rights, please contact us:

Email: info.pebbble@gmail.com

Subject: Cookie Policy Inquiry

Response Time: We will respond within 48 hours

For Technical Issues:

If you're experiencing technical issues with our cookie banner or preference center, please include your browser type, version, and device information in your message.