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GRIFFIN CONSULTING & DESIGN

COOKIE POLICY

griffinconsultanddesign.com

Effective Date: April 29, 2026 | Last Updated: April 29, 2026

Cookie Summary — Key Points

•What are cookies? Small text files stored on your device when you visit our website.

•Why do we use them? To keep the site working properly, understand how visitors use the site, and improve your experience.

•What types do we use? Essential cookies, analytics cookies, and functionality cookies. We currently use minimal or no marketing cookies.

•Can you control them? Yes. You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.

•Do we sell your data? No. We do not sell personal information collected through cookies.

•Questions? Contact us at the information provided at the end of this policy.

1. Introduction

Welcome to Griffin Consulting & Design. This Cookie Policy explains how our website, griffinconsultanddesign.com, uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit our site. We want to be transparent about what information we collect and how we use it.

Griffin Consulting & Design is an interior design and consulting business based in Savannah, Georgia. We use cookies to help our website function properly, to understand how visitors interact with our site, and to improve your overall browsing experience.

This Cookie Policy supplements our Privacy Policy. We encourage you to read both documents so you have a complete understanding of how we handle your information. If there is any conflict between this Cookie Policy and our Privacy Policy, the Privacy Policy will govern with respect to the collection and use of personal information.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer, tablet, or smartphone when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently, provide a better browsing experience, and give website owners useful information about how their site is being used.

First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies

•First-party cookies are set directly by our website (griffinconsultanddesign.com). We control these cookies, and they help our site function as intended.

•Third-party cookies are set by other companies or services (such as analytics providers or social media platforms) through our website. These companies have their own privacy and cookie policies.

Session Cookies vs. Persistent Cookies

•Session cookies are temporary. They exist only while you are actively browsing our website and are automatically deleted when you close your browser.

•Persistent cookies remain on your device for a set period of time (or until you manually delete them). They help the website recognize you when you return for a future visit.

Similar Technologies

In addition to cookies, our website or third-party services may use similar technologies, including:

•Pixels and web beacons: Tiny, invisible images embedded in web pages or emails that track whether content has been viewed.

•Local storage: A method for websites to store data on your device, similar to cookies but with a larger storage capacity.

When we refer to "cookies" in this policy, we are including these similar technologies unless otherwise noted.

3. Types of Cookies We Use

The table below provides an overview of the categories of cookies used on our website, their purpose, how long they last, and whether they are first-party or third-party cookies.

Cookie Category

Purpose

Duration

Type

Essential / Strictly Necessary

Required for basic website functionality, including session management, security features, load balancing, and GoDaddy platform operations. These cookies cannot be disabled.

Session to 1 year

First-Party & Third-Party (GoDaddy)

Analytics / Performance

Help us understand how visitors use our website by collecting anonymous, aggregated data such as pages visited, time spent on each page, bounce rate, and traffic sources. May include Google Analytics or GoDaddy site analytics.

Up to 2 years

Third-Party

Functionality

Remember your preferences and choices to provide a more personalized browsing experience. Examples include language preferences and form auto-fill information.

Session to 1 year

First-Party

Marketing / Advertising

Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track browsing activity across websites. Currently, we use minimal or no marketing cookies. If we begin using them in the future, this policy will be updated accordingly.

Varies

Third-Party

a) Essential / Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the operation of our website. Without them, certain parts of the site would not function properly. They enable core features such as:

•Maintaining your session as you navigate between pages

•Security features that protect you and our website

•Load balancing to ensure the site performs reliably

•GoDaddy platform cookies required for basic site operation

Because these cookies are strictly necessary, they cannot be disabled and do not require your consent.

b) Analytics / Performance Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visitors and understand how people move through our website. All data collected by these cookies is aggregated and anonymous — we cannot identify you personally through analytics cookies. They help us answer questions such as:

•Which pages are visited most often?

•How long do visitors spend on the site?

•What is the bounce rate (how quickly visitors leave)?

•How did visitors find our site (search engine, direct link, social media)?

We may use Google Analytics and/or GoDaddy's built-in analytics tools for this purpose.

c) Functionality Cookies

Functionality cookies enhance your browsing experience by remembering choices you have made. For example, they may remember your language preferences or information you previously entered into forms, so you don't have to re-enter it on future visits.

d) Marketing / Advertising Cookies

Marketing cookies are used to track visitors across websites and deliver advertisements that are relevant to their interests. At this time, we use minimal or no marketing or advertising cookies on our website. If we introduce marketing cookies in the future, we will update this policy to reflect those changes and, where required by law, obtain your consent before placing them.

4. GoDaddy Platform Cookies

Our website is hosted on the GoDaddy platform. As a result, GoDaddy may place its own cookies on your device when you visit griffinconsultanddesign.com. These cookies are generally necessary for:

•Website hosting and delivery

•Security and fraud prevention

•Performance optimization and load balancing

•Basic site functionality provided by the GoDaddy platform

Some GoDaddy cookies are outside our direct control. We recommend reviewing GoDaddy's own privacy and cookie policies for additional details about the cookies their platform uses. You can find GoDaddy's privacy policy at godaddy.com/legal/agreements/privacy-policy.

5. Third-Party Cookies

In addition to GoDaddy, certain third-party services may set cookies on your device when you visit our website. These may include:

•Google Analytics: If enabled, Google Analytics places cookies to help us measure website traffic and usage patterns. Google's privacy policy governs how Google handles this data.

•Social media plugins: If we embed social media buttons or feeds (such as Instagram, Facebook, or Pinterest), those platforms may set their own cookies to enable sharing features or track interactions.

•Embedded content: If our site includes embedded videos (e.g., YouTube), maps (e.g., Google Maps), or other third-party content, those providers may set cookies when you view or interact with that content.

Each third party has its own cookie and privacy policies. We do not control the cookies set by third parties and are not responsible for their data practices. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you interact with through our site.

6. Your Cookie Choices & How to Manage Cookies

You have control over the cookies placed on your device. Most web browsers allow you to view, manage, delete, and block cookies through their settings. Please note that disabling or deleting certain cookies may affect the functionality of our website — some features may not work as intended.

Managing Cookies in Major Browsers

Below are general instructions for managing cookies in the most popular browsers. For the most current steps, please refer to each browser's official help documentation.

•Google Chrome: Go to Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and Other Site Data. From here, you can block third-party cookies, clear cookies, or manage site-specific settings.

•Mozilla Firefox: Go to Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data. You

can choose your cookie preferences, clear stored data, and manage exceptions.

•Safari: Go to Preferences > Privacy. You can block all cookies, manage website data, and enable options to prevent cross-site tracking.

•Microsoft Edge: Go to Settings > Cookies and Site Permissions > Manage and Delete Cookies and Site Data. You can block or allow cookies and clear browsing data.

Opting Out of Google Analytics

If we use Google Analytics, you can opt out by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On, which is available for most major browsers. This add-on prevents Google Analytics from collecting data about your visits.

Global Privacy Control (GPC)

We respect Global Privacy Control (GPC) browser signals. If your browser sends a GPC signal, we will treat it as a valid opt-out request where required by applicable state privacy laws. You can enable GPC in supported browsers or through browser extensions.

"Do Not Track" Signals

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) setting that sends a signal to websites requesting that your browsing activity not be tracked. There is currently no universally accepted standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. We will continue to monitor developments around DNT and update our practices as standards evolve.

7. Your Rights Under US State Privacy Laws

Depending on where you live, you may have specific rights regarding cookies and tracking technologies under state privacy laws, including but not limited to the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA), the Virginia Consumer Data Protection Act (VCDPA), the Colorado Privacy Act (CPA), and the Georgia Data Privacy Act.

These rights may include:

•Right to opt out of the sale or sharing of personal information collected through cookies and similar technologies.

•Right to opt out of targeted advertising that relies on tracking technologies.

•Right to know what personal information is collected, how it is used, and with whom it is shared.

•Right to delete personal information that has been collected about you.

Important

We do NOT sell personal information. Griffin Consulting & Design does not sell, rent, or trade personal information collected through cookies or any other means. If our practices change, we will update this policy and provide appropriate notice and choice.

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 11 of this policy. For a more detailed description of your privacy rights and our data practices, please refer to our full Privacy Policy.

8. Data Collected Through Cookies

The cookies and similar technologies used on our website may collect the following types of information:

•IP address

•Browser type and version

•Device type and operating system

•Pages visited on our website

•Date and time of your visit

•Referring URL (the site that directed you to ours)

•Time spent on each page

•General geographic location (city or region level, based on IP address)

Data Retention

Cookie data is retained for varying periods depending on the type of cookie. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies and analytics data may be retained for up to 26 months, after which they are automatically deleted or anonymized.

Data Protection

We take reasonable measures to protect the information collected through cookies. Our website uses HTTPS encryption to secure data transmitted between your browser and our servers. Third-party analytics providers are contractually required to protect data in accordance with their own security standards and applicable law.

9. Consent

By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge and consent to our use of cookies as described in this Cookie Policy.

You may withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings to refuse or delete cookies. Please note that if you choose to disable cookies, some parts of our website may not function properly or may provide a less optimal experience.

Essential cookies do not require consent because they are strictly necessary for the operation of our website. These cookies will remain active regardless of your browser settings, as they are required for the site to function.

10. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Cookie Policy at any time to reflect changes in our practices, technology, legal requirements, or other factors. When we make changes, we will revise the "Last Updated" date at the top of this policy.

For significant changes, we may provide additional notice — such as a prominent notice on our website or, where we have your contact information, by email. We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about how we use cookies.

Your continued use of our website after any changes to this policy constitutes your acceptance of the updated terms.

11. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please do not hesitate to contact us:

Business: Griffin Consulting & Design

Location: Savannah, GA

Website: griffinconsultanddesign.com

Email:  agriffindesign@gmail.com

Phone: 912/441-4052

We are committed to addressing your questions and ensuring your experience with our website is transparent and trustworthy.

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