Trace AQ, Inc. ("Trace AQ," "we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website at traceaq.org. This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how we use them, and the choices available to you.
By continuing to use our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your browser settings or using the consent controls described below.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) when you visit a website. They allow the website to recognize your device across pages and sessions. Cookies serve a variety of functions, from keeping you logged in to helping us understand how visitors use our site.
In addition to cookies, we may use related technologies such as web beacons (pixel tags), local storage, and session storage, which function similarly and are subject to the same controls.
2. Types of Cookies We Use
We categorize the cookies on our site as follows:
| Category | Purpose | Examples | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Strictly Necessary | Essential for the website to function. These cannot be disabled without breaking core features such as navigation, form submissions, and security. | Session tokens, CSRF protection, load-balancer cookies | Session / up to 1 year |
| Functional | Remember your preferences and settings to enhance your experience (e.g., language preference, cookie consent status). | cookie_consent (localStorage), UI preference flags |
Up to 1 year |
| Analytics & Performance | Help us understand how visitors interact with our site — pages viewed, time on site, traffic sources — so we can improve content and performance. | Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat), Plausible Analytics | Up to 2 years |
| Marketing & Targeting | Track visitors across websites to deliver relevant advertisements and measure campaign effectiveness. We do not currently use these cookies but may add them in the future with prior notice. | Not currently in use | N/A |
3. Our Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit traceaq.org, a cookie consent banner is displayed at the bottom of the page. You may:
- Accept — consent to all cookies described in this policy. Your choice is saved in your browser's local storage under the key
cookie_consent. - Decline — decline non-essential cookies. Strictly necessary cookies required for site operation will still be set. Analytics and marketing cookies will not be activated.
You may change your choice at any time by clearing your browser's local storage for traceaq.org or by using the browser controls described in Section 4.
4. Managing Cookies in Your Browser
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. Below are instructions for the most common browsers:
Google Chrome
Go to Settings → Privacy and security → Cookies and other site data. You can block all cookies, block third-party cookies, or clear existing cookies.
Mozilla Firefox
Go to Settings → Privacy & Security → Cookies and Site Data. Choose "Standard," "Strict," or "Custom" protection. You can also clear cookies and site data from this menu.
Safari (macOS / iOS)
On macOS: go to Safari → Settings → Privacy and check "Prevent cross-site tracking." On iOS: go to Settings → Safari → Privacy & Security.
Microsoft Edge
Go to Settings → Cookies and site permissions → Cookies and data stored. Toggle "Block third-party cookies" or manage site-specific cookie permissions.
Opera
Go to Settings → Privacy & security → Cookies and select your preferred option.
Please note: Blocking or deleting cookies may affect the functionality of our website and other websites you visit. Strictly necessary cookies are required for basic site operation and cannot be fully disabled through the consent banner.
5. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our site are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies directly. Third parties that may set cookies on our site include:
- Google Analytics — web analytics service provided by Google LLC. Governed by Google's Privacy Policy at policies.google.com/privacy. You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- Fonts & CDN providers — Google Fonts may set performance cookies. Requests to Google Fonts servers may transmit your IP address to Google.
We do not use third-party advertising or remarketing cookies at this time.
6. Do Not Track
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) setting. Currently, there is no industry-wide standard for responding to DNT signals, and our site does not alter its data collection practices based on DNT requests. We will reassess this position if an enforceable standard emerges.
7. Cookie Retention
Cookies are retained for the duration shown in the table in Section 2. Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain on your device until they expire or you delete them manually through your browser settings.
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our data practices. When we make material changes, we will update the "Last updated" date at the top of this page. We encourage you to review this policy periodically. Continued use of our site after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the revised policy.
9. Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
Trace AQ, Inc.
500 West 2nd Street, Suite 1900
Austin, TX 78701
Email: [email protected]