Cookie Policy
Our Cookies and You
Your privacy is important to us. This policy describes cookies, their uses, what data they collect, and how to disable them.
What is a Cookie?
A cookie is a file containing an identifier (a string of letters and numbers) that is sent by a web server to a web browser and stored by the browser. The identifier is then sent back to the server each time the browser requests a page from the server.
Cookies can be:
- Persistent cookies - Stored on your device until they expire or you delete them
- Session cookies - Expire when you close your browser
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several purposes including:
- Technical purposes to enable website functionality
- Personalization to remember your preferences
- Advertising to display relevant content
Some cookies activate when pages load, while others activate when users take specific actions.
What Cookies Does SurveyMethods.com Use?
Performance Tracking Cookies
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users |
Marketing Cookies
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| __fbp | Advertising tracking |
Strictly Necessary Cookies
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose |
|---|---|---|
| hssc, hssrc, hstc, hubspotutk | HubSpot | Session tracking |
| PHPSESSID | SurveyMethods | Session management |
What Cookies Are Used by Our Service Providers?
Third-party providers place cookies on your device when you visit our website:
- Google Analytics - Website analytics and usage tracking
- DoubleClick/Google Adwords - Advertising and remarketing
- Facebook/Facebook Pixel - Social media tracking and advertising
- HubSpot - Marketing automation and lead tracking
Managing Cookies
You can refuse or delete cookies through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:
- View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
- Block third-party cookies
- Block all cookies from specific sites
- Block all cookies from being set
- Delete all cookies when you close your browser
Cookie management guides for popular browsers:
Note: Blocking all cookies may negatively impact your experience on our website and limit certain functionality.
If you have any questions about our Cookie Policy, please contact us at support@surveymethods.com.