Cookie Policy

Cock a Doodle Doo Marketing Agency

Effective Date: 01.12.2025

Last Updated: 01.12.2025

1. Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how Cock a Doodle Doo Marketing Agency (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.

By using our website, you consent to our use of cookies in accordance with this policy. You can manage your cookie preferences at any time through our Cookie Preferences tool or your browser settings.

2. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, smartphone, tablet) when you visit a website. Cookies help websites:

  • Remember your preferences and settings
  • Understand how you use the website
  • Improve website functionality and performance
  • Deliver personalised content and advertising

Cookies can be:

  • First-party cookies: Set by our website directly
  • Third-party cookies: Set by external services (analytics, advertising)

Cookie duration:

  • Session cookies: Deleted when you close your browser
  • Persistent cookies: Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted

3. Types of Cookies We Use

3.1 Strictly Necessary Cookies

Purpose: Essential for website functionality and security

Examples:

  • Authentication cookies (keep you logged in)
  • Security cookies (protect against fraud and attacks)
  • Shopping cart functionality
  • Session management
  • Load balancing

Duration: Session or short-term persistent

Can you disable them? No. These cookies are essential for the website to function. Disabling them will prevent you from using key features like booking consultations, making purchases, or accessing your account.

Legal basis: Legitimate interest (necessary for service delivery)

3.2 Performance and Analytics Cookies

Purpose: Help us understand how visitors use our website

Third-party services we use:

Google Analytics

  • What it does: Tracks page views, user behaviour, traffic sources, device types
  • Data collected: Anonymous usage statistics, approximate location (country/city), browser information
  • Cookie names: _ga, _gid, _gat
  • Duration: Up to 2 years
  • Privacy: Data is anonymised and aggregated
  • Opt-out: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on

How we use this data:

  • Understand which pages are most popular
  • Identify technical issues or broken links
  • Improve website navigation and user experience
  • Measure the effectiveness of our content

Can you disable them? Yes, through Cookie Preferences or browser settings. Disabling will not affect website functionality, but helps us improve our services.

Legal basis: Consent (required under GDPR)

3.3 Functionality Cookies

Purpose: Remember your choices and personalize your experience

Examples:

  • Language preferences
  • Region/country selection
  • Font size and display settings
  • Previously viewed products or articles
  • Notification preferences

Duration: Varies (typically 30 days to 1 year)

Can you disable them? Yes, but you may need to re-enter preferences on each visit.

Legal basis: Legitimate interest (improving user experience)

3.4 Advertising and Marketing Cookies

Purpose: Deliver relevant ads and measure advertising effectiveness

Third-party services we use:

Facebook Pixel

  • What it does: Tracks user interactions for targeted advertising on Facebook/Instagram
  • Data collected: Pages visited, actions taken (purchases, bookings), device information
  • Cookie names: _fbp, fr
  • Duration: Up to 90 days
  • How it’s used:
    • Show you relevant ads for our services on Facebook/Instagram
    • Create lookalike audiences (people similar to our customers)
    • Measure ad campaign performance
    • Retarget visitors who didn’t complete a purchase

How we use advertising data:

  • Reach potential clients interested in marketing services
  • Avoid showing ads to existing customers
  • Test different ad messages and creatives
  • Calculate return on advertising investment

Can you disable them? Yes, through Cookie Preferences or Facebook Ad Preferences

Legal basis: Consent (required under GDPR)

Note: We do not sell your personal data to third parties. Advertising platforms process data according to their own privacy policies.

3.5 Social Media Cookies

Purpose: Enable social media features and sharing

Third-party services:

  • Facebook (Like button, Share button)
  • LinkedIn (Share button)
  • Twitter/X (Tweet button)
  • Instagram (Embedded content)

What they do:

  • Allow you to share content on social media
  • Track whether you’re logged into social networks
  • May track your browsing across websites

Can you disable them? Yes, but social sharing features may not work properly.

Legal basis: Consent (for tracking) / Legitimate interest (for basic functionality)

4. How to Manage Cookies

You have several options to control and manage cookies:

4.1 Cookie Preferences Tool

We provide a Cookie Preferences tool accessible via:

  • Banner that appears on your first visit
  • Link in the website footer
  • [Link to Cookie Preferences page]

Through this tool, you can:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customise cookie categories (performance, advertising, etc.)
  • View detailed information about each cookie

Important: Strictly necessary cookies cannot be disabled through this tool.

4.2 Browser Settings

All major browsers allow you to control cookies through settings:

Google Chrome:

  1. Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data
  2. Choose: Allow all, Block third-party, or Block all cookies

Mozilla Firefox:

  1. Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data
  2. Choose standard, strict, or custom settings

Safari (Mac/iOS):

  1. Preferences → Privacy → Manage Website Data
  2. Block all cookies or manage site-by-site

Microsoft Edge:

  1. Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Manage cookies
  2. Block third-party cookies or all cookies

Note: Blocking all cookies may prevent our website from functioning properly.

4.3 Third-Party Opt-Out Tools

Facebook Advertising:

4.4 Do Not Track (DNT)

Some browsers offer a “Do Not Track” setting. However, there is no industry standard for responding to DNT signals, and we do not currently respond to DNT browser settings.

Instead, please use our Cookie Preferences tool or browser settings to manage tracking.

5. Cookies We Use - Detailed List

Cookie Name

Type

Purpose

Duration

Provider

session_id

Strictly Necessary

Maintains your session

Session

Our website

auth_token

Strictly Necessary

Keeps you logged in

7 days

Our website

cart_data

Strictly Necessary

Stores shopping cart items

30 days

Our website

csrf_token

Strictly Necessary

Security (prevents attacks)

Session

Our website

_ga

Performance

Google Analytics tracking

2 years

Google

_gid

Performance

Google Analytics session

24 hours

Google

_gat

Performance

Google Analytics throttle

1 minute

Google

_fbp

Advertising

Facebook Pixel tracking

90 days

Facebook

fr

Advertising

Facebook ad delivery

90 days

Facebook

language_pref

Functionality

Language preference

1 year

Our website

cookie_consent

Functionality

Stores cookie preferences

1 year

Our website

Note: This list may be updated as we add or remove services. Check this policy regularly for updates.

6. Your Rights Under GDPR

If you are located in the European Economic Area (EEA), you have specific rights regarding cookies and tracking:

6.1 Right to Consent

  • You must give explicit consent before non-essential cookies are placed
  • Consent must be freely given, specific, and informed
  • You can withdraw consent at any time

6.2 Right to Access

6.3 Right to Object

  • You can object to cookie tracking at any time
  • Use our Cookie Preferences tool or browser settings

6.4 Right to Data Portability

  • Request your cookie data in a portable format (where applicable)

6.5 Right to Complain

If you believe we are not complying with cookie laws, you can file a complaint with:

Malta Information and Data Protection Commissioner

7. How Long Do Cookies Last?

Session Cookies: Deleted automatically when you close your browser

Persistent Cookies:

  • Authentication: 7-30 days
  • Preferences: 6-12 months
  • Analytics: Up to 2 years
  • Advertising: Up to 90 days

You can delete cookies manually at any time through your browser settings.

8. Cookies and Personal Data

8.1 What Cookies Collect

Most cookies collect:

  • Non-personal data: Browser type, pages visited, time on site
  • Pseudonymous data: Random identifiers, not directly linked to your identity
  • Personal data: Only when you provide it (name, email) and it’s linked to a cookie

8.2 Data Protection

Cookie data is protected under our Privacy Policy and GDPR requirements:

  • Stored securely on servers in the EU
  • Shared only with trusted third-party processors
  • Retained only as long as necessary
  • Deleted upon request (where technically feasible)

8.3 Third-Party Access

Third-party cookies (Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel) are governed by their respective privacy policies:

We do not control how third parties use cookie data. Review their policies for details.

9. Updates to Cookies

9.1 Adding New Cookies

If we add new cookies or tracking technologies, we will:

  • Update this Cookie Policy
  • Request your consent (for non-essential cookies)
  • Provide notice through our Cookie Preferences banner

9.2 Removing Cookies

We may discontinue certain cookies or tracking services. Updates will be reflected in this policy.

10. Children's Privacy

Our website is not directed at children under 18. We do not knowingly place cookies on devices of children. If you believe a child has interacted with our cookies, contact us immediately.

11. International Data Transfers

Some cookies (Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel) may transfer data outside the EEA:

  • Google: US-based, uses Standard Contractual Clauses
  • Facebook: US-based, uses Standard Contractual Clauses

We ensure adequate safeguards are in place for all international transfers.

12. Changes to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:

  • Changes in our cookie usage
  • New legal requirements
  • Feedback from users or regulators

When we update this policy:

  • The “Last Updated” date will change
  • Material changes will be notified via email or website banner
  • Continued use of our website constitutes acceptance of changes

We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

13. Contact Us

For questions, concerns, or requests regarding cookies:

Cock a Doodle Doo Marketing Agency

Mailing Address: 3 Sunset Court, Flat 11 Triq F.M. Ferreti Birzebbugia, BBG1017 Malta

Cookie-Specific Inquiries:

  • To exercise your rights regarding cookie data
  • To report cookie-related issues
  • To request information about specific cookies

14. Additional Resources

Learn More About Cookies:

By using our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.

Last Updated: 01.12.2025


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