Last Updated: June 20, 2025
At Streamingjet, we use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website, [Your Website URL], provide personalized content, and support our mission to deliver the best streaming accessory reviews and recommendations for our U.S.-based audience. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and how you can manage your cookie preferences. By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy, in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (e.g., computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They help websites function efficiently, remember your preferences, and provide insights into how you interact with the site. Other tracking technologies, such as web beacons, pixels, or tags, serve similar purposes and are also covered by this policy.
Cookies can be:
- Session Cookies: Temporary cookies that expire when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: Cookies that remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
- First-Party Cookies: Set by [Your Blog Name] to manage site functionality.
- Third-Party Cookies: Set by external services (e.g., Google Analytics, affiliate partners) to provide analytics or track affiliate links.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
- Essential Cookies:
- Enable core website functionality, such as navigating pages, accessing secure areas, and ensuring a smooth browsing experience.
- Example: Cookies that remember your login status or maintain your session while browsing our reviews.
- These cookies are necessary and cannot be disabled without affecting the website’s functionality.
- Performance and Analytics Cookies:
- Collect anonymized data about how you use our website, such as which pages you visit (e.g., microphone reviews or lighting guides), how long you stay, and where you’re located in the U.S.
- Help us improve our content, optimize site performance, and understand audience preferences.
- Example: Google Analytics cookies track page views and referral sources to help us create better streaming accessory guides.
- Functional Cookies:
- Enhance your experience by remembering your preferences, such as your preferred language or region (e.g., U.S.-specific product recommendations).
- Example: Cookies that save your settings for newsletter subscriptions or comment preferences.
- Advertising and Affiliate Cookies:
- Track clicks on affiliate links to third-party retailers (e.g., Amazon, Best Buy, Newegg) so we can earn commissions when you purchase streaming accessories through our links.
- Allow us to serve personalized ads or recommendations based on your browsing behavior (e.g., suggesting a webcam you viewed earlier).
- Example: Affiliate tracking cookies from Amazon Associates that attribute purchases made through our links.
- Social Media Cookies:
- Enable integration with social media platforms like X, Instagram, YouTube, or Discord, allowing you to share our content or interact with our posts.
- Example: Cookies set by X to enable sharing a review of a streaming microphone directly from our site.
3. Types of Cookies We Use
Below are examples of cookies and tracking technologies we may use. This list is not exhaustive but provides an overview of common tools:
| Category | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential | [Your Blog Name] | Ensures website functionality (e.g., navigation, page loading) | Session or short-term |
| Analytics | Google Analytics | Tracks website usage (e.g., page views, time spent, U.S. traffic patterns) | Up to 26 months (persistent) |
| Affiliate | Amazon Associates, Best Buy, etc. | Tracks clicks and purchases via affiliate links | Varies (typically 24 hours to 90 days, per partner terms) |
| Functional | [Your Blog Name] or third-party plugins | Remembers user preferences (e.g., region, comment settings) | Persistent (up to 1 year) |
| Social Media | X, YouTube, Instagram | Enables social sharing and interaction | Varies (session or persistent) |
4. Why We Use Cookies
Cookies help us:
- Provide a seamless and personalized experience for U.S. streamers seeking the best gear.
- Analyze which content (e.g., ring light reviews or stream deck guides) resonates with our audience to improve our blog.
- Support our operations through affiliate commissions, allowing us to offer free content like in-depth reviews and streaming tips.
- Ensure our website runs smoothly and securely, so you can browse with confidence.
5. Your Cookie Choices
You have control over how cookies are used:
- Browser Settings: Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies. Visit your browser’s settings (e.g., Chrome, Firefox, Safari) to manage preferences. Note that disabling essential cookies may affect website functionality.
- Opt-Out Tools:
- For analytics cookies, you can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On.
- For affiliate cookies, contact us at [your contact email] to opt out of tracking, though this may limit access to certain content.
- CCPA Rights (California Residents): Under the CCPA, you may request information about cookies collecting your personal data or opt out of cookies considered a “sale” of data (e.g., affiliate tracking). Email us at [your contact email] with “CCPA Cookie Request” in the subject line.
6. Third-Party Cookies and Links
Our website includes affiliate links to retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, or Newegg, and embeds from social media platforms (e.g., X, YouTube). These third parties may set their own cookies or tracking technologies, which are governed by their respective privacy and cookie policies. We encourage you to review their policies:
We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties.
7. Data Security
We take reasonable steps to secure cookies and related data, including:
- Using secure servers and encryption (e.g., SSL) for data transmission.
- Limiting access to cookie data to authorized personnel and trusted service providers.
- Regularly updating our website’s security measures.
However, no online system is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute protection.
8. Updates to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect changes in our practices, technologies, or legal requirements. Significant updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. For major changes, we may notify you via email or a website notice, especially for U.S. users under laws like the CCPA.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions, concerns, or requests about cookies or this policy, please contact us at:
Streamingjet
mail- streamingjetus@gmail.com
For CCPA-related requests, include “CCPA Cookie Request” in the subject line. We will respond within the legally required timeframe (e.g., 45 days for CCPA requests).
Thank you for trusting [Your Blog Name] as your go-to resource for streaming accessories and reviews. We’re committed to protecting your privacy while delivering the best content to help you build your dream streaming setup!