Cookie Policy
Effective Date: March 16, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how ContractorNerd Insurance Services, LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at startupinsurance.ai (the “Site”). This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, improve user experience, and provide information to site owners. Similar technologies include pixels, web beacons, local storage, and device fingerprinting.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
| Category | Purpose | Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Essential for the Site to function properly. These cannot be disabled without impairing Site functionality. | Session cookies, security cookies, load balancing |
| Performance & Analytics | Help us understand how visitors interact with the Site by collecting anonymous usage data. | Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat) |
| Functional | Remember your preferences and choices to provide a more personalized experience. | Language preferences, form pre-fill, cookie consent preferences |
| Marketing & Advertising | Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track the effectiveness of our marketing campaigns. | Facebook Pixel, Google Ads conversion tracking, LinkedIn Insight Tag |
3. Specific Cookies We Use
Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors use our Site. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect anonymous information about your visits, including the pages you view, the time you spend on the Site, and how you arrived here. This data helps us improve our Site and services. Google Analytics data is processed by Google LLC. You can learn more about how Google uses your data at Google’s Privacy Policy.
You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Third-Party Marketing Cookies
If we run advertising campaigns, we may use tracking pixels from platforms such as Google Ads, Facebook/Meta, or LinkedIn. These technologies help us measure the effectiveness of our advertising and may be used to show you relevant ads on other websites based on your visit to our Site.
4. How Long Do Cookies Last?
| Type | Duration | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Session Cookies | Until you close your browser | Temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser |
| Persistent Cookies | Varies (days to 2 years) | Remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them |
5. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have several options for managing cookies:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically set your browser to block all cookies, block third-party cookies, or alert you when a cookie is being set. Note that blocking all cookies may impair the functionality of our Site and other websites you visit.
Opt-Out Tools
You can also opt out of interest-based advertising through the following industry tools:
6. Do Not Track
Some browsers include a “Do Not Track” (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your browsing activity tracked. At this time, our Site does not respond to DNT signals. You may manage your preferences using the cookie controls described above.
7. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time. When we make changes, we will update the “Effective Date” at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:
ContractorNerd Insurance Services, LLC
d/b/a StartupInsurance.ai
One Harbor Drive, Suite 300
Sausalito, California 94965
Email: [email protected]