Cookie Policy

Last Updated: 17 November 2025

This Cookie Policy explains how Austin Digitizing (“we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our website: www.austindigitizing.com.

By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
Where required by law (GDPR/EEA/UK), we will request your consent via a cookie banner.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website.
They help us:

  • Recognize your browser
  • Improve website functionality
  • Analyze website performance
  • Provide personalized experiences
  • Secure payment processing
  • Remember preferences or login sessions

Cookies do not give us access to your device or any information beyond what you choose to share.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

We use several categories of cookies:

A. Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are required for the website to function properly.
They enable:

  • Page navigation
  • Access to secure areas
  • Form submissions
  • Shopping cart or order features
  • Payment processing via Stripe

These cookies cannot be disabled, as the site would not operate without them.

B. Performance & Analytics Cookies

Used to understand how visitors interact with the site.
Examples include:

  • Google Analytics
  • Traffic and behavior data
  • Page speed metrics

These cookies help us improve our website and customer experience.

C. Functionality Cookies

Used to remember your:

  • Language preferences
  • Login status
  • Saved forms
  • User settings

They enhance convenience and personalization.

D. Advertising & Marketing Cookies

We may use marketing cookies to:

  • Display relevant ads
  • Track ad performance
  • Build anonymous audience profiles

If used, we always request explicit consent in regions where required.

E. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies come from third-party services such as:

  • Stripe (payment security & fraud prevention)
  • Google Analytics
  • Cloudflare / hosting providers
  • Email marketing tools
  • Social media platforms (if embedded content is used)

These providers have their own cookie policies, which we do not control.

3. Cookies Used for Stripe Payment Processing

Stripe may place cookies to:

  • Prevent fraud
  • Authenticate transactions
  • Improve security
  • Track session behavior
  • Comply with financial regulations

These cookies are considered essential for secure payment processing and cannot be disabled.

4. Managing & Controlling Cookies

Depending on your location, you may:

A. Accept or decline cookies from our cookie banner

GDPR regions (EU, EEA, UK) require consent before loading non-essential cookies.

B. Control cookies through your browser settings

Most browsers allow you to:

  • Block cookies
  • Clear cookies
  • Block third-party cookies
  • Receive notifications before cookies are saved

C. Opt-Out of Analytics & Marketing Cookies

Links commonly used:

Google Analytics opt-out:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout/

Ad Personalization opt-out (Google):
https://www.google.com/settings/ads

For CCPA (California residents), you may also request Do Not Sell My Personal Information through our contact page.

5. Do We Use Cookies to Sell Personal Data?

No.
Austin Digitizing does not sell personal information or share data with third parties for monetary gain.
This aligns with GDPR and CCPA requirements.

6. How Long Do Cookies Stay on Your Device?

Cookies may be:

Session Cookies

Deleted when you close your browser.

Persistent Cookies

Remain until they expire or are manually deleted.
Expiration varies by cookie type and provider (usually 1–24 months).

7. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to:

  • Comply with new regulations
  • Reflect changes in website functionality
  • Add or remove cookie technologies

Any updates will be posted with a new Last Updated date.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about our Cookie Policy or want to exercise your privacy rights, contact:

Austin Digitizing
📩 Email: info@austindigitizing.com
🌐 Website: www.austindigitizing.com