Effective Date: January 1, 2025
Last Updated: January 1, 2025
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit our website. They help our website function properly and provide us with information about how our site is used so we can improve your experience.
2. How We Use Cookies
American Blinds Company uses a minimal number of cookies through Google Site Kit to help us understand how visitors use our website and to improve our services.
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly:
- Session cookies: Keep you logged into contact forms during your visit
- Security cookies: Protect against spam and unauthorized access
- Preference cookies: Remember your settings during your visit
Analytics Cookies (Google Site Kit)
We use Google Site Kit, which includes Google Analytics, to help us understand:
- How many people visit our website
- Which pages are most popular
- How long visitors stay on our site
- General geographic location (city/state level only)
- What devices and browsers are used
Important: These analytics cookies collect only anonymous, aggregated data. We cannot identify individual visitors through this information.
3. What Information Do Cookies Collect?
Information Collected:
- Pages you visit on our website
- Time spent on each page
- How you arrived at our website (search engine, direct link, etc.)
- Your general location (city/state level)
- Device type and browser information
- Website performance data
Information NOT Collected:
- Your name or personal identification
- Your exact address or specific location
- Your phone number or email address
- Personal conversations or private information
- Information from other websites you visit
4. Third-Party Cookies
Google Services (via Site Kit)
Our website uses Google Site Kit, which may set cookies from:
- Google Analytics: For website usage statistics
- Google Search Console: For search performance data
These Google services are governed by Google’s Privacy Policy, which you can review at: https://policies.google.com/privacy
We Do NOT Use:
- Advertising cookies or tracking pixels
- Social media tracking cookies
- Third-party marketing cookies
- Cross-site tracking technologies
5. How to Control Cookies
Browser Settings
You can control cookies through your web browser settings:
To Disable All Cookies:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies
- Edge: Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions
Note: Disabling all cookies may affect website functionality, including our contact forms.
Opt-Out of Google Analytics
You can opt out of Google Analytics by:
- Installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Available at: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Cookie Preferences
Since we use minimal cookies, you have these options:
- Accept all cookies (recommended for best experience)
- Block all cookies (may limit website functionality)
- Allow only essential cookies (basic functionality maintained)
6. Types of Cookies We Use
Session Cookies
- Purpose: Essential website functionality
- Duration: Deleted when you close your browser
- Information: Temporary session data only
Persistent Cookies
- Purpose: Remember your preferences between visits
- Duration: Up to 2 years or until you delete them
- Information: Non-personal preference settings
Google Analytics Cookies
- Purpose: Website usage statistics
- Duration: Up to 26 months
- Information: Anonymous usage data only
7. Why We Use Minimal Cookies
As a local family business, we believe in transparency and respect for your privacy:
- No advertising tracking: We don’t track you for ads
- No data selling: We never sell your information
- Local focus: We only need basic website statistics
- Customer trust: Your privacy is important to us
8. Mobile Devices and Apps
This Cookie Policy applies only to our website. We do not currently have mobile apps. If you access our website through a mobile device, the same cookie practices apply.
9. Updates to Cookie Use
If We Add New Cookies
We will:
- Update this Cookie Policy
- Notify visitors of significant changes
- Maintain our commitment to minimal data collection
- Continue focusing on essential functionality only
Current Commitment
We commit to:
- Using only necessary cookies
- Maintaining transparent practices
- Respecting your privacy choices
- Focusing on customer service, not data collection
10. Contact Information
Questions About Our Cookie Use?
American Blinds Company
Albert Ramirez, Owner/Operator
Laughlin, Nevada
Phone: (928) 296-4832
Email: am*******************@***il.com
Business Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Cookie-Related Requests
We can help you:
- Understand what cookies we use
- Explain how to disable cookies
- Address any privacy concerns
- Provide technical support for cookie settings
11. Legal Compliance
This Cookie Policy complies with applicable laws in Nevada and Arizona, including requirements for:
- Transparent disclosure of cookie use
- User choice and control over cookies
- Protection of personal information
- Business privacy practices
12. Summary
What You Need to Know:
- We use minimal cookies for basic website functionality
- Google Site Kit provides anonymous usage statistics
- No advertising or tracking cookies
- You can disable cookies in your browser settings
- Your privacy is our priority
Our Promise:
- Transparent cookie practices
- Minimal data collection
- Respect for your privacy choices
- Focus on customer service over data gathering
13. Cookie Categories Summary
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration | Can Be Disabled? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | Website functionality | Session only | Not recommended |
| Analytics (Google) | Usage statistics | Up to 26 months | Yes |
| Preferences | Remember settings | Up to 2 years | Yes |
Questions about our cookie use?
Call (928) 296-4832 or email am*******************@***il.com
Last Updated: January 1, 2025
Effective Date: January 1, 2025
This Cookie Policy is part of our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. We’re committed to transparent, minimal data collection practices that respect your privacy while providing excellent service.
