Cookies Policy

What is a Cookie?

Cookies are text files containing small amounts of information that are downloaded to your computer, mobile phone, or other device when you visit a website. They are sent back to the original website on each subsequent visit, or to another website that recognizes that cookie. Cookies are useful because they allow a website to recognize a user's device and tailor the user experience accordingly.

How Long Are Cookies Stored?

  • Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period of time or until you delete them. They are activated each time you visit the website that created the cookie.

  • Session Cookies: These are temporary and are deleted once you close your browser. They help websites link your actions during a single browser session.

Cookies serve a variety of functions—such as enabling smooth navigation, remembering preferences, and improving your overall experience on the website.

Types of Cookies Used on Subcontractor Reviews

  • Strictly Necessary Cookies
    These cookies are essential for basic website functions, such as page navigation and accessing secure areas. Without them, the site won’t work properly.

  • Performance Cookies
    These collect anonymous data on how visitors use the website (e.g., most visited pages, error messages). All data collected is aggregated and used to improve site functionality.

  • Functionality Cookies
    These remember your preferences (e.g., language, region, font size) and enhance your experience. They can also be used to provide services such as watching videos or leaving comments.

Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how our website is used. It collects information such as how often users visit the site, what pages they view, and what other sites they used before coming here.

Google stores this data on servers in the United States and may transfer it to third parties if required by law.
You can view Google’s Privacy Policy here: https://www.google.com/privacypolicy.html

Opt-Out:
To opt out of Google Analytics tracking, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.

Cookies We Use

Category Cookie Name Purpose
Necessary Cookies PHPSESSID Maintains session state across page requests.
Necessary Cookies __utma, __utmb Track visit count and timing to analyze website usage patterns.
Necessary Cookies __utmc Identifies whether the visitor is in a new session or visit.
Necessary Cookies __utmv, __utmz Store visitor-level custom variables and traffic source information.

Third-Party Cookies

Some content or features (e.g., social media sharing) may place third-party cookies on your device. Subcontractor Reviews does not control these cookies. For more information, please review the respective privacy policies of these third-party services (e.g., Twitter, Facebook).

Disabling Cookies

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Instructions for popular browsers:

Disabling cookies may affect the functionality of our website.