Cookie Policy
Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 2026
1. Introduction
Welcome to Kubizn's Cookie Policy. This policy explains what cookies and similar tracking technologies we use on our website (kubizn.com) and how they work. Understanding our cookie practices helps you make informed decisions about your privacy and website experience.
Cookies help us provide better, more personalized service and improve your experience when visiting our website. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy, unless you've adjusted your browser settings to prevent them.
This Cookie Policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions, which provide additional information about how we handle your personal data.
2. What Are Cookies?
2.1 Definition
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) when you visit a website. These files contain information that helps websites recognize your device and remember information about your browsing activity.
2.2 How Cookies Work
When you visit our website:
- Your browser automatically sends a request to our web server
- If we've stored cookies previously, your browser sends those cookies along with the request
- The web server reads the cookie information
- Your browser receives updated information from the server
- Our website uses this information to customize your experience
- The browser stores updated information in the cookie for future visits
2.3 Session vs. Persistent Cookies
Session Cookies:
- Temporary files stored during your website visit
- Automatically deleted when you close your browser
- Help maintain your login session and track your actions during one visit
- Do not remain on your device after you leave our website
- Typically used for security and functionality purposes
Persistent Cookies:
- Stored on your device for a specified period (days, months, or years)
- Remain in place even after you close your browser
- Allow websites to recognize you on return visits
- Used for remembering preferences and tracking behavior over time
- Deleted based on their expiration date or if you manually clear them
2.4 Other Similar Technologies
In addition to cookies, we may use:
Web Beacons (Pixel Tags):
- Tiny, transparent images placed on web pages
- Track when pages are viewed and generate reports
- Used in emails to measure open rates and clicks
- Help us understand user behavior and engagement
Local Storage:
- Browser-based storage that persists longer than cookies
- Stores larger amounts of data locally on your device
- Used for caching website content and preferences
- Subject to similar privacy controls as cookies
JavaScript Tracking:
- Code that tracks user interactions and behavior
- Measures page performance and user engagement
- May collect information about mouse movements and clicks
- Used to improve website functionality
Analytics Pixels:
- Invisible tracking elements in web pages and emails
- Track visitor behavior, conversion rates, and user journeys
- Measure effectiveness of advertising campaigns
- Provide insights into user demographics and interests
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for our website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They enable core website functionality.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Maintains your login session and user authentication | Session | Essential |
| csrf_token | Protects against cross-site request forgery attacks | Session | Essential |
| security_token | Ensures secure communication and data protection | Session | Essential |
| language_preference | Remembers your preferred language setting | 12 months | Essential |
| accessibility_settings | Saves your accessibility preferences | Persistent | Essential |
| cookie_consent | Records your cookie consent preferences | 12 months | Essential |
| __Secure-sessionid | Encrypts sensitive session information | Session | Essential |
| kubizn_basic_analytics | Anonymous analytics for website performance monitoring | 30 days | Essential |
What happens if you disable essential cookies: You won't be able to log in to your account, book classes, make payments, or use core website features. Some pages may not display properly.
3.2 Analytics and Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how you use our website so we can improve our services and user experience.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Service Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Tracks unique users and sessions for Google Analytics | 2 years | Google Analytics |
| _gid | Identifies sessions and page interactions | 24 hours | Google Analytics |
| _gat | Throttles request rate for Google Analytics | 1 minute | Google Analytics |
| gac[property-id] | Tracks conversion data from Google Ads | 90 days | Google Analytics |
| analytics_token | Custom analytics tracking for website performance | 1 year | Kubizn |
| page_performance | Measures page load times and performance metrics | Session | Kubizn |
| user_engagement | Tracks time on page and user interactions | 30 days | Kubizn |
| scroll_depth | Records how far users scroll down pages | Session | Kubizn |
| video_tracking | Monitors engagement with video content | 90 days | Kubizn |
| search_queries | Captures search terms used on our website | 30 days | Kubizn |
What these cookies collect:
- Pages you visit
- Time spent on each page
- Links you click
- Your approximate location (city/region level)
- Device type and browser information
- Referral source (how you reached us)
- User actions and interactions
Data is used for:
- Identifying traffic patterns and popular content
- Improving website layout and functionality
- Understanding which services are most valued
- Troubleshooting technical problems
- Creating reports on website performance
Your control: You can opt out of these cookies, but this will reduce our ability to improve your experience.
3.3 Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization based on your choices.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| user_preferences | Remembers your chosen settings and preferences | 1 year | Functional |
| class_favorites | Saves your favorite yoga classes | 1 year | Functional |
| instructor_preferences | Records your preferred instructors | 1 year | Functional |
| notification_settings | Maintains your notification preferences | 1 year | Functional |
| website_theme | Remembers your chosen site theme (light/dark) | 1 year | Functional |
| cart_contents | Maintains your class booking cart | 30 days | Functional |
| recently_viewed | Shows recently viewed classes and content | 90 days | Functional |
| remember_me | Keeps you logged in across sessions (if you choose) | 30 days | Functional |
| location_preference | Remembers your preferred class location | 1 year | Functional |
Functionality provided:
- Personalized website experience
- Saved preferences for faster booking
- Customized content recommendations
- Streamlined navigation
- Enhanced user convenience
Your control: You can disable these cookies, but you'll lose personalization features.
3.4 Marketing and Advertising Cookies
These cookies track your interests and behavior for targeted marketing and advertising purposes.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Service Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| _fbp | Facebook Pixel tracking for ads and conversions | 90 days | Meta/Facebook |
| _fbc | Facebook conversion tracking from clicks | 90 days | Meta/Facebook |
| google_ads_conversion | Google Ads conversion tracking | 90 days | Google Ads |
| utm_source | Tracks marketing campaign source | Session | Google Analytics |
| utm_medium | Identifies marketing channel | Session | Google Analytics |
| utm_campaign | Records specific campaign name | Session | Google Analytics |
| utm_content | Tracks specific ad or content variant | Session | Google Analytics |
| email_campaign | Links email opens to website visits | 90 days | Email Marketing Platform |
| retargeting_pixel | Enables ads on other websites based on your visit | 90 days | Google, Meta, Others |
| interest_category | Tracks your interests for ad targeting | 1 year | Ad Networks |
| partner_tracking | Measures advertising effectiveness across partners | 90 days | Third-party Partners |
| conversion_tracking | Monitors class bookings and sales conversions | 90 days | Kubizn |
What these cookies do:
- Show you relevant ads across the internet
- Track which ads lead to class bookings
- Measure advertising campaign effectiveness
- Create audience segments for targeted marketing
- Remarket to users who've visited our website
- Test different versions of ads
- Measure return on advertising investment
Your control: You can opt out of marketing cookies. You'll still see ads, but they won't be personalized to your interests.
4. Third-Party Cookies
We work with third-party service providers who place cookies on your device for specific purposes:
4.1 Google Services
Google Analytics:
- Tracks website traffic and user behavior
- Creates reports on website performance
- Identifies which pages are most popular
- Measures how users find and navigate our site
- Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Google Ads:
- Tracks conversions from our advertising campaigns
- Measures ad performance and ROI
- Creates audience segments for retargeting
- Tests different ad variations
- Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy
- Opt-out: https://adssettings.google.com
4.2 Facebook/Meta Pixels
Purpose:
- Tracks user behavior on our website
- Measures conversions from Facebook ads
- Creates custom and lookalike audiences
- Enables retargeting ads on Facebook/Instagram
- Tracks event data like class bookings
Data collected:
- Pages visited
- Buttons clicked
- Forms submitted
- Purchases/bookings made
- Device information
Opt-out: https://www.facebook.com/ads/preferences Privacy Policy: https://www.facebook.com/privacy/explanation
4.3 Email Marketing Platform
Purpose:
- Tracks email open rates
- Measures click-through rates
- Links email subscribers to website visits
- Tracks conversion from email campaigns
- Personalizes content based on engagement
Service Provider: Mailchimp or similar platform Privacy Policy: Available from your email provider
4.4 Payment Processors
Purpose:
- Securely processes payments
- Tracks transaction data
- Prevents fraud
- Maintains Payment Card Industry (PCI) compliance
Our providers: Stripe, Square, or similar Cookies stored: Session-based, not persistent Your data: Protected by industry-standard encryption
4.5 Hosting and CDN Providers
Purpose:
- Delivers website content efficiently
- Balances server load
- Improves website speed and performance
- Tracks server-side analytics
Service Providers: Cloud hosting and content delivery networks Data collected: IP address, device type, browser information
4.6 Social Media Cookies
If you use social login or share our content:
- Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram may place cookies
- These track your interactions with our content
- They're governed by their respective privacy policies
- You control these through your social media settings
5. How to Manage Cookies
5.1 Browser Settings
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through settings. Here are instructions for major browsers:
Google Chrome:
- Click the three-dot menu in the top right corner
- Select "Settings"
- Click "Privacy and security" on the left sidebar
- Click "Cookies and other site data"
- Choose your preference:
- "Allow all cookies" - enables all cookies
- "Block all cookies" - disables all cookies
- "Block third-party cookies" - blocks only third-party cookies
- Manage exceptions for specific websites
- Click "All cookies and site data" to view and delete existing cookies
Note: Disabling cookies may affect website functionality and your user experience.
Mozilla Firefox:
- Click the hamburger menu (three horizontal lines) in the top right
- Select "Settings"
- Click "Privacy & Security" on the left sidebar
- Under "Cookies and Site Data," select:
- "Allow cookies and site data" - enables cookies
- "Block all cookies" - disables cookies
- "Block cookies and site data for unvisited websites"
- Manage exceptions for specific websites
- Click "Manage Data" to delete existing cookies
Apple Safari:
- Click "Safari" in the top menu
- Select "Preferences"
- Click "Privacy" tab
- Under "Cookies and website data," choose:
- "Always allow" - enables all cookies
- "Allow from websites I visit" - allows necessary cookies only
- "Never" - disables all cookies
- Click "Manage Website Data" to view and delete existing cookies
- Remove specific cookies by selecting them and clicking "Remove"
Microsoft Edge:
- Click the three-dot menu in the top right corner
- Select "Settings"
- Click "Privacy, search, and services" on the left sidebar
- Under "Cookies and other site data," select:
- "Allow all cookies" - enables all cookies
- "Block all cookies" - disables all cookies
- "Block only third-party cookies" - blocks third-party cookies only
- Manage exceptions for specific websites
- Click "Manage" under "Clear browsing data" to delete cookies
5.2 Cookie Control Options
On our website, when you first visit, you'll see a cookie consent banner allowing you to:
- Accept All Cookies: Enables all cookies including marketing and analytics
- Accept Essential Only: Enables only cookies necessary for website function
- Customize: Choose specific cookie categories to enable
- View Details: See detailed information about each cookie type
- Change Later: Access cookie preferences from your account settings
5.3 Our Cookie Preference Tool
You can manage your cookie preferences through:
- Cookie Banner: Displayed on your first visit
- Cookie Center: Link in website footer provides full cookie controls
- Account Settings: Users can manage preferences in their account
- Browser Tools: Use your browser's built-in cookie management
5.4 Opt-Out Tools
Network Advertising Initiative (NAI):
- Universal opt-out for behavioral advertising
- Website: https://optout.networkadvertising.org
- Choose which networks to opt out from
Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA):
- Consumer choice tool for online advertising
- Website: https://optout.aboutads.info
- Manages cookies from participating advertisers
Your Online Choices:
- European alternative to opt-out
- Website: https://www.youronlinechoices.com
- Country-specific opt-out options
5.5 Global Privacy Control
Some browsers support Global Privacy Control (GPC):
- A browser-level setting that signals your privacy preferences
- Supported by Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and others
- Enable through browser settings (varies by browser)
- Communicates your preference to websites
- We honor GPC signals where legally required
6. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
6.1 What is DNT?
Do Not Track is a privacy preference that you can set in your browser settings. When enabled:
- Your browser sends a special signal to websites you visit
- The signal indicates you don't want to be tracked for behavioral advertising
- Websites can choose to honor this signal
6.2 Our DNT Policy
Kubizn respects Do Not Track signals:
- If your browser sends a DNT signal, we recognize it
- We will attempt to honor your DNT preference for non-essential tracking
- We may continue using cookies for essential website functionality
- We may continue collecting data for fraud prevention and legal compliance
- Some analytics cookies may persist even with DNT enabled
6.3 How to Enable DNT
Chrome:
- Settings → Privacy and security
- Under "Security," look for "Send a 'Do Not Track' request"
- Toggle to enable
Firefox:
- Settings → Privacy & Security
- Under "Enhanced Tracking Protection," select "Strict"
- Check "Send websites a 'Do Not Track' signal"
Safari:
- Preferences → Privacy
- Check "Ask websites not to track me"
Edge:
- Settings → Privacy, search, and services
- Toggle "Tracking prevention" to "Strict"
7. Updates to This Cookie Policy
7.1 Policy Changes
We may update this Cookie Policy to:
- Reflect changes in our cookie practices
- Introduce new cookies or tracking technologies
- Comply with new privacy regulations
- Improve clarity and transparency
- Address user feedback and privacy concerns
- Update third-party service providers
7.2 How We'll Notify You
- Website Updates: Changes posted with updated "Last Updated" date
- Email Notification: For material changes, we'll email registered users
- Prominent Notice: Changes to essential cookies get prominent notification
- Consent Request: If required by law, we'll request new consent
7.3 Your Responsibilities
- Periodically review this policy for updates
- Continued website use indicates acceptance of updated policies
- Adjust your cookie preferences if changes don't align with your privacy wishes
- Delete your account if you disagree with significant changes
7.4 Previous Versions
We maintain a record of previous cookie policy versions. If you need to review an earlier version, contact us at [email protected].
8. Contact Us
If you have questions about our Cookie Policy or how we use cookies:
Email: [email protected] Subject Line: "Cookie Policy Question"
Mailing Address: Kubizn LLC Privacy and Cookies Department 1247 Peaceful Avenue Portland, OR 97214 USA
Phone: +1 (555) 234-7890
Response Time: We aim to respond to cookie-related inquiries within 10 business days.
8.1 Additional Information
- Privacy Policy: Covers all personal data practices: [Link]
- Terms and Conditions: General website terms: [Link]
- Data Processing Agreement: Available for corporate clients
- GDPR Information: For EU residents: [Link]
- CCPA Information: For California residents: [Link]
8.2 Cookie Preference Updates
You can update your cookie preferences at any time by:
- Clicking the "Cookie Preferences" link in our website footer
- Using our cookie consent tool
- Adjusting your browser settings
- Contacting us directly at [email protected]
Summary:
Cookies are an important part of providing our wellness services and improving your experience. We're committed to transparency about our cookie practices and respect your privacy choices. By understanding this policy and using the control tools available, you can make informed decisions about your online privacy while enjoying our website and services.
Thank you for being part of the Kubizn community!