Last updated: March 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit
websites. They help sites remember your preferences and understand
how you use them.
How We Use Cookies
Essential Cookies
Always active. Necessary for the site to function (security,
load balancing).
Analytics Cookies
Provider: Google Analytics
Purpose: Understand how visitors use our site
Data: Pages visited, time on site, approximate location
Retention: 26 months
Advertising Cookies
Provider: Google AdSense
Purpose: Show relevant ads, measure ad performance
Data: Interests inferred from browsing behavior
Retention: Varies by campaign
Functional Cookies
Provider: ConvertKit (newsletter)
Purpose: Remember subscription preferences
Retention: Until you clear cookies
Managing Your Preferences
You can:
– Use our Consent Banner: Click “Customize” on the cookie
notice to accept/reject categories
– Browser settings: Block all cookies (may affect site function)
– Industry tools: [Your Online Choices](https://www.youronlinechoices.com)
Specific Cookies We Use
| Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
| _ga | Google | Analytics | 2 years |
| _gid | Google | Analytics | 24 hours |
| __gads | Google | Advertising | 1 year |
| __gpi | Google | Advertising | 1 year |
| _fbp | Meta | Advertising (if used) | 3 months |
| ck_subscriber_id | ConvertKit | Newsletter | 1 year |
Updates
This policy may change as we add/remove services. Check back periodically.
Contact
Questions about cookies: contact@fyiamericans.com
