Last updated: April 2026
ShadeAndGreen.com uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to operate the website, analyze traffic, and serve relevant content and advertising. This policy explains what cookies we use, why we use them, and how you can control them.
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or phone) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit — such as your preferred language or whether you've already seen a notice — making your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.
Essential Cookies These cookies are necessary for the website to function correctly. They enable core features such as page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without them.
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Session cookie | Maintains your session while browsing | Session |
Analytics Cookies We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website — which pages are most visited, how long visitors stay, and where they come from. This helps us improve the site.
| Provider | Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Analytics | _ga | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| Google Analytics | _ga_* | Session state | 2 years |
| Google Analytics | _gid | Distinguishes users (session) | 24 hours |
Advertising Cookies If we display ads through Google AdSense or similar networks, those services may set cookies to show you relevant advertisements based on your browsing activity.
| Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Google AdSense | Personalizes and measures ad performance | Up to 13 months |
Preference Cookies These cookies remember choices you make (such as cookie consent status) to provide a more personalized experience.
Some cookies on ShadeAndGreen.com are set by third-party services we use. We do not control these cookies. Please refer to the privacy and cookie policies of those providers for more information:
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
Browser settings Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies through their settings. Note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of some parts of this website.
Opt out of Google Analytics You can opt out of Google Analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
Opt out of personalized ads You can manage ad personalization preferences through Google's Ad Settings.
We may update this Cookie Policy when we add or remove third-party services. The "Last updated" date at the top of this page will reflect any changes.
If you have questions about how we use cookies, please contact us through our Contact page.