Cookie Policy
Last updated: February 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better user experience, and give website owners information about how their site is being used.
How We Use Cookies
Austin School Photography uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website (austinschoolphotography.com) for several purposes:
- To make our website function properly
- To analyze how visitors use our website
- To remember your preferences
- To deliver relevant advertising
- To measure the effectiveness of our marketing
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session ID | Maintains your session while browsing | Session |
| CSRF Token | Security for form submissions | Session |
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics 4 | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
| _clck | Microsoft Clarity | Persists Clarity user ID | 1 year |
| _clsk | Microsoft Clarity | Connects pageviews into session | 1 day |
Marketing/Advertising Cookies
These cookies are used to track visitors across websites to display relevant advertisements and measure ad campaign effectiveness.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook/Meta | Facebook Pixel - tracks visits for advertising | 3 months |
| _fbc | Facebook/Meta | Stores last click ID from Facebook ads | 3 months |
| fr | Facebook/Meta | Enables ad delivery and targeting | 3 months |
| _gcl_au | Google Ads | Conversion tracking | 3 months |
| IDE | Google DoubleClick | Measures ad effectiveness | 1 year |
| test_cookie | Google DoubleClick | Checks if cookies are enabled | 15 minutes |
| personalization_id | Twitter/X | Tracks conversions and personalization | 2 years |
| muc_ads | Twitter/X | Ad targeting | 2 years |
Preference Cookies
These cookies remember your preferences and settings to enhance your experience.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preferences | 1 year |
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these third-party cookies. The third parties include:
- Google: Analytics, Ads, and related services (Privacy Policy)
- Meta/Facebook: Facebook Pixel and social features (Privacy Policy)
- Microsoft: Clarity analytics (Privacy Policy)
- Twitter/X: Conversion tracking (Privacy Policy)
Managing Cookies
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these settings in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. The following links may help:
- Cookie settings in Chrome
- Cookie settings in Firefox
- Cookie settings in Safari
- Cookie settings in Edge
Opt-Out Options
You can opt out of specific tracking technologies:
- Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
- Google Ads: Google Ad Settings
- Facebook: Facebook Ad Preferences
- General opt-out: Digital Advertising Alliance
- Network Advertising Initiative: NAI Consumer Opt-out
Do Not Track
Some browsers have a "Do Not Track" feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activity tracked. We honor Do Not Track signals where technically feasible.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you disable or decline cookies, some features of our website may not function properly. Essential cookies cannot be disabled as they are necessary for the website to work.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulation, or our business practices. The updated version will be indicated by an updated "Last updated" date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us: