Cookie Policy
How we use cookies and similar technologies on our website.
Last updated: April 3, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Boltenz Global, operated by Boltenz Group LLC (“we,” “our,” or “us”), uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit boltenzglobal.com and our platforms. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy, which provides further information about how we process your personal data.
1. What Are Cookies and Similar Technologies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences, understand how you use the site, and improve your experience. Cookies can be:
- Session cookies: Temporary cookies deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: Cookies that remain on your device until they expire or you delete them.
- First-party cookies: Set by the website you are visiting.
- Third-party cookies: Set by a domain other than the one you are visiting.
In addition to cookies, we may use similar technologies including:
- Local Storage: Data stored in your browser’s local storage for persisting preferences across sessions.
- Session Storage: Temporary data stored for the duration of your browser session.
- Web Beacons (Pixels): Tiny transparent images embedded in web pages or emails used to track whether content has been accessed.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies and similar technologies for the following purposes:
- Ensuring our website functions correctly (essential cookies)
- Remembering your preferences and settings
- Understanding how visitors use our website so we can improve it
- Measuring the effectiveness of our communications
3. Legal Basis for Cookies
Under the GDPR, ePrivacy Directive, and similar regulations:
- Essential Cookies: These are strictly necessary for the website to function. No consent is required. Legal basis: legitimate interest / contract performance.
- Analytics and Functionality Cookies: These require your consent before they are placed. Legal basis: consent (GDPR Article 6(1)(a)). We will not set these cookies until you have given your consent.
4. Cookies We Use
4.1 Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences or filling in forms.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| cookie_consent | boltenzglobal.com | Stores your cookie consent preferences | First-party | 1 year |
4.2 Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous, aggregated information. They are only set with your consent.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors using a randomly generated number | Third-party | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Maintains session state for Google Analytics 4 | Third-party | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes unique visitors for daily reporting | Third-party | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate to limit data collection on high-traffic sites | Third-party | 1 minute |
4.3 Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization. They are only set with your consent.
| Cookie | Provider | Purpose | Type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| theme_preference | boltenzglobal.com | Remembers your display theme preference (light/dark) | First-party | 1 year |
5. Third-Party Services
We use the following third-party services that may set their own cookies or collect data:
- Google Analytics: We use Google Analytics to analyze website traffic and usage patterns. Google Analytics collects information such as how often users visit the site, what pages they visit, and what other sites they used prior to coming to our site. Google’s use of this data is governed by the Google Privacy Policy. You can opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- Google Fonts: We load web fonts from Google Fonts (fonts.googleapis.com) to ensure consistent typography. When your browser loads these fonts, your IP address is transmitted to Google. Google’s processing of this data is described in their Google Fonts Privacy FAQ.
6. Your Consent and How to Manage Cookies
6.1 Consent
When you first visit our website, we ask for your consent to set non-essential cookies through our cookie consent banner. You can choose to:
- Accept all cookies: All cookie categories will be activated.
- Accept essential only: Only strictly necessary cookies will be set. Analytics and functionality cookies will be blocked.
6.2 Withdrawing Consent
You can withdraw or change your cookie consent at any time by:
- Clearing your browser cookies and refreshing the page (the consent banner will reappear)
- Using the browser-level controls described below
- Contacting us at privacy@boltenzglobal.com
Withdrawing consent does not affect the lawfulness of processing based on consent before its withdrawal.
6.3 Browser-Level Cookie Controls
Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Here’s how in common browsers:
- Chrome: Settings → Privacy and Security → Cookies and other site data
- Firefox: Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
- Edge: Settings → Cookies and Site Permissions → Manage and delete cookies
Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect the functionality of our website.
7. Do Not Track
We respect the Do Not Track (DNT) browser signal. When DNT is enabled, we limit data collection to essential functionality only and do not load analytics cookies.
8. CCPA and Cookie Opt-Out
If you are a California resident, please note that we do not sell personal information collected through cookies or use it for cross-context behavioral advertising. If this practice ever changes, we will provide a “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” opt-out mechanism as required by the CCPA/CPRA. For more information about your California privacy rights, see our Privacy Policy.
9. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use, our technology, or legal requirements. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. Where material changes affect how we use cookies, we will re-request your consent.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this policy, please contact us at:
Boltenz Global
Privacy Inquiries: privacy@boltenzglobal.com
General Support: support@boltenzglobal.com
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.