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Cookie Policy

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Cookie Policy

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how WUDCHK (“we,” “our,” or “us”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website wudchk.com. This policy complies with the EU ePrivacy Directive (Cookie Law), GDPR, CCPA, and other applicable privacy regulations.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. Cookies are widely used by website owners to make their websites work more efficiently and provide reporting information.

How We Use Cookies

WUDCHK uses cookies to:

  • Remember your cookie consent preferences
  • Understand how you use our website
  • Improve website performance and user experience
  • Provide embedded content from third-party platforms

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
wudchk_cookie_consent Stores your cookie consent preferences 1 year

Performance and Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously.

Cookie Name Purpose Duration Third Party
(Currently none deployed) N/A N/A N/A

Note: If we implement analytics in the future, we will update this policy and obtain your consent.

Third-Party Cookies

When you interact with embedded content from third-party services, those services may set their own cookies:

Cloudflare Pages (Hosting)

  • Provider: Cloudflare, Inc.
  • Purpose: Website hosting, content delivery (CDN), DDoS protection, security
  • Privacy Policy: https://www.cloudflare.com/privacypolicy/
  • Cookies Set: Cloudflare may set cookies for security purposes (bot detection, DDoS mitigation)
  • Note: We do not enable Cloudflare Analytics or tracking features. Cloudflare cookies are essential for website security and delivery.

Instagram Embed

  • Provider: Instagram (Meta Platforms, Inc.)
  • Purpose: Enable Instagram post embedding and functionality
  • Privacy Policy: https://help.instagram.com/519522125107875
  • Cookies Set: Various Instagram/Facebook cookies when you interact with embedded content

Font Awesome CDN

Our website contains links to:

These platforms have their own cookie policies. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before engaging with their content.

In accordance with EU Cookie Law (ePrivacy Directive) and GDPR:

  • We obtain your consent before setting non-essential cookies
  • You can withdraw your consent at any time
  • Essential cookies are exempt from the consent requirement
  • We provide clear information about cookies we use

Managing Cookies

Browser Controls

You can control and/or delete cookies as you wish. You can delete all cookies that are already on your computer and you can set most browsers to prevent them from being placed.

How to manage cookies in different 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 → Privacy, search, and services → Cookies and site data

When you first visit our website, you’ll see a cookie consent banner. You can:

  • Accept all cookies
  • Reject non-essential cookies
  • Customize your cookie preferences

Your choice will be saved for one year. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Settings” link in the footer.

Do Not Track (DNT)

We respect Do Not Track signals. When your browser sends a DNT signal, we will:

  • Not set non-essential cookies
  • Not load third-party tracking scripts
  • Respect your privacy preference

Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies:

  • ✅ The website will still function
  • ✅ You can view all content
  • ❌ We won’t remember your cookie preferences (you’ll see the banner on each visit)
  • ❌ Some embedded content may not display properly

Cookies and Personal Data

Some cookies may collect personal data (such as IP addresses). This data is processed in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable privacy laws including:

  • GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation)
  • CalOPPA (California Online Privacy Protection Act)
  • COPPA (Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act)

We do not control cookies set by third parties. Please refer to their privacy policies:

International Users

EU/EEA Users

Under GDPR and the ePrivacy Directive, we:

  • Obtain explicit consent for non-essential cookies
  • Allow you to withdraw consent at any time
  • Provide detailed information about cookie purposes and retention periods

California Users

Under CalOPPA, we:

  • Clearly disclose our cookie practices
  • Respect Do Not Track signals
  • Provide mechanisms to control cookie preferences

All Users

Regardless of location, we are committed to transparency about our use of cookies and protecting your privacy.

This Cookie Policy complies with:

  • EU ePrivacy Directive (Cookie Law): Requiring consent for non-essential cookies
  • GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation): European data protection requirements
  • CCPA/CPRA: California privacy laws regarding tracking technologies
  • US State Privacy Laws: Virginia, Colorado, Utah, Connecticut privacy requirements
  • COPPA: Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act

We obtain explicit consent before placing non-essential cookies and provide clear information about cookie purposes.

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in:

  • Our use of cookies
  • Legal requirements
  • Best practices

When we make changes, we will update the “Last Updated” date at the top of this policy.

Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

Privacy & Legal Inquiries: privacy@wudchk.com
General Inquiries: hello@wudchk.com
Website: https://wudchk.com

Date Change
2025-12-06 Initial cookie policy created with ePrivacy Directive, GDPR, CCPA/CPRA, and US state privacy law compliance

Summary

  • We use minimal cookies to enhance your experience
  • Essential cookies are necessary for website functionality
  • We obtain consent for non-essential cookies (ePrivacy Directive compliance)
  • You can manage your cookie preferences at any time
  • We respect Do Not Track signals
  • We comply with global privacy regulations
  • Third-party embedded content may set additional cookies

By continuing to use our website, you acknowledge that you have read and understood this Cookie Policy.