Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Build With Goofy (buildwithgoofy.com) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies, your rights under GDPR, ePrivacy, and CCPA, and how you can manage or revoke your consent at any time.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) by websites that you visit. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently, remember user preferences, provide analytics data to site operators, and support relevant advertising.
2. Categories of Cookies We Use
We classify cookies on our site into three transparent tiers:
A. Strictly Necessary & Functional Cookies
Always ActiveThese cookies and local storage entries are essential for website operation, security, and consent enforcement. They do not store personally identifiable data.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| bwg_cookie_consent_v2 | First-Party | Stores your cookie consent preferences and Consent Mode state | 1 Year |
| bwg_chat_user_info | First-Party (Session) | Maintains verified chat contact details during active session | Browser Session |
B. Analytics & Performance Cookies
Requires ConsentWe use Google Analytics 4 (GA4) to understand how visitors engage with our technical guides, interactive calculators, and service pages. GA4 does not log raw IP addresses in reports.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google LLC | Distinguishes unique anonymous website visitors | 2 Years |
| _ga_* | Google LLC | Maintains session state and user interaction counts | 2 Years |
C. Advertising & Marketing Cookies
Requires ConsentGoogle AdSense utilizes advertising cookies to serve contextual or personalized advertisements across educational blog posts. These are not loaded until you grant advertising consent via Google Consent Mode v2.
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| __gads / __gpi | Google LLC (AdSense) | Measures ad impressions, prevents ad fraud, and frequency caps | 13 Months |
| _gcl_au | Google LLC | Conversion linker cookie used to measure ad efficiency | 90 Days |
3. Google Consent Mode v2 Compliance
In compliance with the European Economic Area (EEA), UK, and Swiss regulatory frameworks, we implement Google Consent Mode v2. By default, all advertising identifiers (ad_storage, ad_user_data, ad_personalization) and analytics storage (analytics_storage) are set to denied until you make an affirmative choice.
4. Managing and Revoking Your Consent
You maintain complete control over cookies on Build With Goofy:
- Instant Consent Settings: You can re-open our consent manager at any time by clicking the Cookie Settings button located in the footer of every page. Withdrawal of consent is as easy as giving consent.
- Browser Settings: You can block, delete, or restrict cookies directly in your browser preferences (Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge). Note that blocking essential cookies may impact specific interactive calculator features.
- Google Ad Personalization: You can manage your Google ad personalization preferences globally via Google Ads Settings.
5. Contact Information
For questions or clarifications regarding our cookie practices, please contact:
Publisher: Muhammad Bilal Shakeel (Build With Goofy)
Location: Faisalabad, Punjab, Pakistan (Operating Remotely)
Email: buildwithgoofy@gmail.com
WhatsApp / Phone: +92 337 6333437