Cookie Policy
Effective Date: October 31, 2025
1. Introduction
Welcome to Summit & Hearth (“Company,” “we,” “us,” or “our”). We use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, https://summitandhearth.com (“Website”), to enhance your browsing experience, understand how our Website is used, and support our advertising and analytics efforts.
This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, your options for managing cookies, and additional information about their use.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or other electronic device) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device, remember your preferences, and better understand your interactions with the site.
3. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
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Essential Cookies: Required for the operation of our Website. They enable core functions such as security, network management, and accessibility.
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Performance and Analytics Cookies: Help us analyze how visitors use our Website by collecting information anonymously, allowing us to improve functionality and user experience.
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Functionality Cookies: Enhance personalization by remembering your preferences and settings.
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Advertising and Targeting Cookies: Deliver ads that are relevant to your interests, limit the frequency of ad exposure, and measure the performance of our marketing campaigns.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
4.1 First-Party Cookies
Set by us and primarily used to ensure our Website functions properly.
4.2 Third-Party Cookies
Set by external services such as Google Analytics, Facebook, and other partners that help us analyze traffic or deliver personalized advertisements.
4.3 Session Cookies
Temporary cookies that expire once you close your browser.
4.4 Persistent Cookies
Remain on your device for a set period or until manually deleted.
5. Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Expiration |
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| PHPSESSID | Maintains user session variables | Essential | Session |
| _ga | Google Analytics tracking | Analytics | 2 years |
| _gat | Throttles request rate to Google Analytics | Analytics | 1 minute |
| _gid | Distinguishes users for Google Analytics | Analytics | 24 hours |
| cookie_consent | Stores user’s consent to cookie use | Functionality | 1 year |
| fr | Facebook advertising and analytics | Advertising | 3 months |
6. Managing and Disabling Cookies
6.1 Browser Settings
You can manage or disable cookies through your browser settings.
Here are instructions for popular browsers:
6.2 Opt-Out Options
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Google Analytics: Install the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
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Advertising Cookies:
Please note that disabling cookies may affect certain features and the overall functionality of our Website.
7. Consent to Use Cookies
When you visit our Website for the first time, a cookie consent banner will appear. By clicking “Accept” or continuing to browse our Website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our operational practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. Please review this policy occasionally to stay informed.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about our use of cookies, please contact us:
Company Name: Summit & Hearth
Address: 7209 Lancaster Pike ste 4 #3051, Hockessin, Delaware 19707, United States
Email: support@summitandhearth.com
Phone: +1 888-851-6871
10. Additional Information
For more information about cookies and how they work, visit www.youronlinechoices.com.
Thank you for visiting Summit & Hearth. We value your trust and are committed to protecting your privacy.