Cookie Policy
Last Updated: March 15, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how WP Code Ally (“Company”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit our website located at https://wpcodeally.com (the “Website”).
Cookies and similar technologies allow websites to function properly, improve user experience, analyze traffic, and provide certain features or services.
By continuing to use this Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy, except where you have disabled them through your browser or cookie preference settings.
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website.
Cookies help websites recognize returning visitors, remember preferences, improve functionality, and collect analytics data.
Cookies may be:
- Session Cookies — Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies — Cookies that remain on your device until they expire or are manually deleted.
- First Party Cookies — Cookies set directly by this Website.
- Third Party Cookies — Cookies set by external services integrated into the Website.
2. Why We Use Cookies
WP Code Ally uses cookies to ensure the Website functions properly and to improve the experience of visitors.
Cookies used on the Website may serve the following purposes:
- Essential Website Functionality — To allow the website to operate correctly and securely.
- Performance and Analytics — To understand how visitors interact with the website and improve site performance.
- User Preferences — To remember settings and preferences.
- Security — To help detect malicious activity and protect the website.
- Service Delivery — To support features such as forms, login systems, and plugin functionality.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies
These cookies are required for the website to function and cannot be disabled in most systems.
They are typically set in response to actions made by you such as:
- logging into an account
- submitting forms
- security authentication
- maintaining session information
Examples include:
- WordPress authentication cookies
- Security session cookies
- Load balancing cookies
Without these cookies, parts of the website may not function properly.
3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies collect anonymous information about how visitors use the website. The information helps us understand:
- which pages are visited most frequently
- how visitors move around the website
- whether users encounter errors
The data collected does not directly identify visitors.
Examples may include analytics tools such as:
- Google Analytics
- Cloudflare Analytics
- or similar traffic monitoring tools.
These cookies help improve website usability and performance.
3.3 Functional Cookies
Functional cookies allow the website to remember choices you make and provide enhanced features.
Examples may include:
- remembering form inputs
- language preferences
- user interface settings
- plugin configuration options
These cookies help personalize your experience.
3.4 Security Cookies
Security related cookies help identify malicious behavior and protect the Website from threats such as:
- unauthorized login attempts
- automated bot attacks
- malicious traffic
These cookies may be set by security systems, firewalls, or website protection services.
4. Cookies Used by WordPress
Because this Website is built using WordPress, certain cookies are automatically used by the platform.
Examples include:
- wordpress_logged_in_ — Indicates when a user is logged into the WordPress system.
- wordpress_sec_ — Security authentication cookie used by WordPress.
- wp-settings-* — Stores user interface preferences for logged-in users.
These cookies are essential for WordPress functionality.
5. Cookies Used by Plugins and Third Party Services
Some cookies may be set by third party tools or plugins used to operate the website.
Examples may include services related to:
- analytics
- security monitoring
- contact forms
- payment processing
- customer support systems
- embedded media content
Third party providers may include:
- Cloudflare
- Stripe
- PayPal
- WooCommerce integrations
- or other tools required to operate website services.
These third parties may collect data according to their own privacy policies.
WP Code Ally does not control third party cookies once they are set by external services.
6. Embedded Content and External Services
Pages on the Website may include embedded content from third party platforms such as:
- YouTube videos
- maps
- external plugins
- payment gateways
- customer support tools
Embedded content behaves the same as if the visitor had visited the external website directly.
These services may set cookies and collect usage data.
7. Managing Cookies
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings.
You can typically:
- view cookies stored on your device
- delete cookies
- block cookies
- block cookies from specific websites
Please note that disabling cookies may affect how the Website functions.
To manage cookies, visit your browser’s help section:
- Google Chrome
- Mozilla Firefox
- Safari
- Microsoft Edge
You may also use privacy tools or browser extensions to manage cookie preferences.
8. Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” (DNT) setting.
Because there is no universal standard for DNT signals, the Website may not respond to these signals in all circumstances.
Users who wish to limit tracking should manage cookie settings through their browser.
9. Data Protection and Privacy
Information collected through cookies may be used in combination with other data as described in our Privacy Policy.
For more information about how personal data is collected, used, and protected, please review our Privacy Policy.
10. Updates to This Cookie Policy
WP Code Ally may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect:
- changes in technology
- changes in legal requirements
- updates to website services
The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date.
11. Contact Information
If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how cookies are used on the Website, please contact:
WP Code Ally
Email: [email protected]
Website: https://wpcodeally.com
12. Cookie Consent and User Control
To comply with global privacy regulations including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), the ePrivacy Directive, and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA/CPRA), the Website may display a cookie consent banner when visitors first arrive.
This banner allows visitors to make informed choices about the use of cookies on the Website.
When the banner appears, visitors may have the option to:
- Accept all cookies
- Reject non essential cookies
- Customize cookie preferences
- Continue browsing with essential cookies only
Only strictly necessary cookies are loaded before consent is given. All other cookies, including analytics or marketing cookies, may only be activated after the user provides consent where required by applicable law.
Users may update or withdraw their consent at any time by accessing the cookie preferences link available on the Website.
Cookie preferences may include the following categories:
- Strictly Necessary Cookies — Required for the operation of the Website and cannot be disabled.
- Analytics Cookies — Used to measure website traffic and understand visitor behavior.
- Functional Cookies — Used to remember user settings and preferences.
- Security Cookies — Used to protect the Website from malicious activity and unauthorized access.
If cookies are rejected, some features or functionality of the Website may not operate correctly.
13. Cookie List
The following table describes common cookies that may be used on this Website. The exact cookies used may vary depending on plugins, services, or website functionality.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| wordpress_logged_in_ | WordPress | Identifies logged in users and maintains login sessions | Session | Strictly Necessary |
| wordpress_sec_ | WordPress | Provides authentication security for logged in users | Session | Strictly Necessary |
| wp-settings-* | WordPress | Stores user interface preferences for WordPress dashboard users | 1 year | Functional |
| wp-settings-time-* | WordPress | Tracks when user settings were last updated | 1 year | Functional |
| woocommerce_cart_hash | WooCommerce | Stores cart information for WooCommerce customers | Session | Strictly Necessary |
| woocommerce_items_in_cart | WooCommerce | Tracks items in a user’s shopping cart | Session | Strictly Necessary |
| wp_woocommerce_session_* | WooCommerce | Stores customer session data related to WooCommerce activity | 2 days | Strictly Necessary |
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors for analytics tracking | 2 years | Analytics |
| ga* | Google Analytics | Tracks user interaction across pages for analytics reporting | 2 years | Analytics |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Tracks visitor behavior for analytics reports | 24 hours | Analytics |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Used to limit the rate of requests to Google Analytics servers | 1 minute | Analytics |
| cf_clearance | Cloudflare | Ensures legitimate users pass Cloudflare security checks | 1 year | Security |
| __cf_bm | Cloudflare | Detects bots and protects the Website from malicious traffic | 30 minutes | Security |
Some cookies may only appear under certain conditions such as logging into the site, using WooCommerce functionality, or interacting with embedded services.
The list above represents common cookies associated with WordPress based websites but may not represent every cookie used at all times.
14. Changes to Cookie Technologies
Because WordPress websites often integrate new plugins, services, and tools over time, the specific cookies used by the Website may change.
WP Code Ally reserves the right to update this Cookie Policy and cookie list as technologies evolve or as services are added or removed from the Website.
Users are encouraged to review this page periodically to remain informed about how cookies are used.
