Cookie Policy

Last updated: March 1, 2026

This Cookie Policy explains how Wheel of Names uses cookies and similar technologies when you visit and use Wheelifynow.com.

This policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember preferences, understand user behavior, and improve overall performance.

We may also use similar technologies such as:

  • local storage
  • pixels
  • tags
  • scripts
  • analytics trackers

One competitor policy uses the broader term “Trackers” for these technologies, while the other explains cookies in more traditional website terms.

2. Why We Use Cookies

We use cookies and related technologies for purposes such as:

  • keeping the website working properly
  • remembering user preferences
  • improving website speed and performance
  • analyzing traffic and visitor behavior
  • understanding how users interact with pages and tools
  • measuring advertising performance, where applicable
  • supporting security and fraud prevention

Your competitor examples also divide cookie use into necessary, analytics, and advertising-related functions, which is the right model for your site too.

3. Types of Cookies We May Use

a) Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function properly. They help with core features such as page navigation, security, and basic site functionality.

Without these cookies, some parts of the website may not work correctly.

b) Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use the website, such as:

  • which pages are visited most
  • how long users stay on pages
  • what devices or browsers are used
  • how users interact with site features

This helps us improve the website and user experience.

The competitor policies specifically mention analytics use for measuring traffic and user behavior.

c) Functional Cookies

These cookies remember user choices and preferences to provide a smoother experience.

For example, they may remember:

  • display preferences
  • wheel settings
  • saved options
  • other customization features

d) Advertising Cookies

If we use advertising on the website, these cookies may be used to:

  • show relevant ads
  • measure ad performance
  • limit repeated ad displays
  • help advertising partners understand campaign effectiveness

One of your competitor policies includes advertising-related cookies and third-party ad support, so include this section if your site shows ads.

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies may be placed by third-party services we use, such as:

  • analytics providers
  • ad networks
  • embedded content providers
  • tag management tools
  • social media integrations

These third parties may collect information according to their own privacy and cookie policies.

Both competitor examples mention third-party cookies or third-party trackers and explain that those services may have their own policies.

5. Google Analytics and Similar Tools

We may use analytics tools such as Google Analytics to understand how people use our website and improve performance.

These tools may collect information such as:

  • pages visited
  • time spent on the website
  • browser and device type
  • approximate location
  • traffic source
  • interactions with page elements

Your competitors specifically reference Google Analytics and related measurement functions, including cookie durations.

If you use Google Analytics, you may also mention common analytics cookies such as:

  • _ga
  • _ga_*

6. Consent and Cookie Choices

Where required by law, we will request your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.

You may:

  • accept cookies
  • reject non-essential cookies
  • change your cookie preferences later
  • withdraw consent at any time

Your competitor materials both explain that consent can be managed or withdrawn through browser settings or cookie tools.

7. How to Control or Disable Cookies

You can control cookies through:

  • your browser settings
  • any cookie banner or preferences tool on our website
  • third-party opt-out tools, where available

Most browsers let you:

  • block cookies
  • delete stored cookies
  • clear browsing data
  • receive alerts when cookies are placed

Your competitor policies also point users to browser controls for Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and others.

Please note that disabling some cookies may affect how the website functions.

8. Consequences of Blocking Cookies

If you block or disable certain cookies, some features of the website may not work properly. For example:

  • saved preferences may not be remembered
  • embedded tools may not function as expected
  • some pages or features may load incorrectly

This warning is also present in the competitor cookie policies.

9. Cookie Duration

Some cookies expire when you close your browser session, while others remain on your device for a longer period until they expire or are manually deleted.

Cookie duration depends on the type of cookie and the service that sets it.

The competitor examples note that expiration periods vary and may include session-based and multi-year cookies.

10. Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in legal requirements, technology, or how our website uses cookies.

Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how we use cookies and similar technologies, please contact us:

Wheel of Names
Email: wheelifynow@gmail.com
Website: wheelifynow.com