Cookie Policy
Effective Date: October 1, 2025
Introduction
This Cookie Policy explains how Westminster Consulting Group LLC (“WCG,” “we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.
By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through your browser settings.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and provide information to website owners.
Cookies can be:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them
Cookies can also be:
- First-party cookies: Set by the website you’re visiting
- Third-party cookies: Set by external services used on the website
How We Use Cookies
WCG uses cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
1. Essential Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled.
Purpose:
- Enable basic website functionality
- Maintain security and prevent fraud
- Remember your cookie consent preferences
- Support contact form submissions
- Ensure proper page navigation
Examples:
- Session identifiers
- Security tokens
- Load balancing
Legal Basis: Legitimate interest (essential for website operation)
2. Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous information.
Purpose:
- Analyze website traffic and usage patterns
- Identify popular pages and content
- Understand user behavior and preferences
- Improve website performance and user experience
- Identify technical issues
Examples:
- Google Analytics
- Website analytics tools
- Performance monitoring
Information Collected:
- Pages visited
- Time spent on pages
- Browser type and version
- Device type
- Geographic location (general)
- Referring websites
Legal Basis: Consent (you can opt out through browser settings or cookie preferences)
3. Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and choices to provide a more personalized experience.
Purpose:
- Remember your language preferences
- Save form data to prevent re-entry
- Remember accessibility settings
- Customize content based on your location
Legal Basis: Consent
4. Marketing and Advertising Cookies (If Applicable)
Currently, WCG does not use marketing or advertising cookies. If this changes in the future, we will update this policy and obtain your consent.
Specific Cookies We Use
Below is a list of cookies that may be used on our website:
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics – User identification | 2 years | |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics – User identification | 24 hours | |
| _gat | Analytics | Google Analytics – Request throttling | 1 minute | |
| cookie_consent | Essential | Stores your cookie consent preferences | 1 year | WCG |
| PHPSESSID | Essential | Session management | Session | WCG |
Note: This table will be updated as our cookie usage changes.
Third-Party Cookies
Our website may use services provided by third parties, which may set their own cookies. We do not control these third-party cookies.
Common Third-Party Services:
- Google Analytics: Web analytics service that tracks and reports website traffic
- Contact Form Plugins: May use cookies to prevent spam and ensure form functionality
- Content Delivery Networks (CDN): May use cookies to optimize content delivery
We recommend reviewing the privacy policies of these third-party services:
- Google Analytics Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Google Analytics Opt-Out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
How to Manage Cookies
You have several options to manage or disable cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- Block all cookies
- Block third-party cookies only
- Delete cookies after each browsing session
- Receive notifications when cookies are set
Browser Cookie Settings:
- Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Edge: Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site data
Cookie Preference Tool
[If your WordPress site has a cookie consent banner, mention it here] You can manage your cookie preferences using our cookie consent tool, which appears when you first visit our website or can be accessed [location on website].Opt-Out Tools
You can opt out of specific tracking technologies:
- Google Analytics Opt-Out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Network Advertising Initiative: http://www.networkadvertising.org/choices/
- Digital Advertising Alliance: http://www.aboutads.info/choices/
Impact of Disabling Cookies
Please note that disabling cookies may affect your experience on our website:
Essential Cookies: Disabling these cookies may prevent the website from functioning properly. Some features may not work, and you may not be able to submit contact forms.
Performance/Analytics Cookies: Disabling these cookies will not affect your ability to use the website but will prevent us from improving user experience based on usage data.
Functionality Cookies: Disabling these cookies may result in a less personalized experience and may require you to re-enter preferences.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) signal. Currently, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. Our website does not respond to DNT signals at this time. We will update this policy if industry standards develop.
Other Tracking Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use other tracking technologies:
Web Beacons (Pixels)
Small graphic images embedded in web pages or emails to track user behavior and email engagement.
Local Storage
HTML5 local storage allows websites to store data locally on your device. We may use local storage for website functionality and performance optimization.
Server Logs
Our web servers automatically collect certain information, including IP addresses, browser types, and access times, which is stored in server logs.
Children’s Privacy
Our website is not directed to children under the age of 18, and we do not knowingly collect information from children through cookies or other tracking technologies.
Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. We will post the updated policy on this page with a revised “Effective Date.”
We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.
Last Updated: October 1, 2025
Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
Westminster Consulting Group LLC
Email: info@westminstercg.com
Mailing Address:
70 East Sunrise Hwy, Suite 500
Valley Stream, New York 11581
Additional Information
Legal Requirements
Our use of cookies complies with applicable laws and regulations, including:
- General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) – for EU visitors
- California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) – for California residents
- ePrivacy Directive (Cookie Law) – for EU visitors
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights regarding your personal data collected through cookies, including the right to access, correct, delete, or object to processing. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for more information about your rights.
Your privacy matters to us. We are committed to transparency about how we use cookies and tracking technologies on our website.
For more information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information, please review our Privacy Policy.
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