Cookie Policy
Last Updated: February 14, 2026
What are cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, phone, tablet) when you visit websites. They help websites remember information about your visit, making your experience more convenient and personalized.
PERFRIG.COM uses cookies and similar technologies to improve site functionality, analyze usage, and deliver relevant content and advertising.
Why we use cookies
We use cookies to:
Essential functions:
- Remember your preferences (dark mode, language)
- Maintain security and prevent fraud
- Enable basic site features to work properly
Analytics and performance:
- Understand how visitors use the site
- Identify popular content and navigation patterns
- Diagnose technical issues and improve performance
Advertising and marketing:
- Deliver relevant advertisements
- Measure ad effectiveness
- Support affiliate link functionality
User experience:
- Remember your settings across sessions
- Provide personalized content recommendations
- Improve site navigation and usability
Types of cookies we use
Essential cookies
Purpose: Required for basic site functionality
Can be disabled: Yes, but this may break core site functionality
Examples:
- Session management
- Security and fraud prevention
- Load balancing across servers
These cookies are necessary for the site to operate. You can disable them in your browser, but parts of the site may not function properly.
Analytics cookies
Purpose: Help us understand site usage and performance
Can be disabled: Yes
Provider: Google Analytics
What they track:
- Pages visited and time spent
- Device type and browser version
- Geographic location (country/region level)
- Referral sources and search terms
- Click behavior and navigation paths
Data retention: 26 months, then automatically deleted
Opt-out:
- Browser settings
- Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
Preference cookies
Purpose: Remember your choices and settings
Can be disabled: Yes (but settings won’t persist)
Examples:
- Dark mode preference
- Language selection
- Dismissed notices or banners
- Consent choices
Data retention: Up to 12 months
Advertising cookies
Purpose: Deliver relevant ads and measure ad performance
Can be disabled: Yes
Providers: Google AdSense and advertising partners
What they do:
- Show ads based on your interests
- Prevent showing the same ad repeatedly
- Measure ad clicks and conversions
- Report ad performance to advertisers
Third-party tracking: These cookies may track your activity across websites to show personalized ads.
Opt-out:
Affiliate cookies
Purpose: Track purchases through affiliate links
Can be disabled: Yes (but we won’t earn commissions on your purchases)
Providers: Amazon Associates, other affiliate networks
What they do:
- Track that you clicked from PERFRIG to a retailer
- Attribute purchases to our referral
- Enable us to earn commissions
Duration: Typically 24 hours to 90 days, depending on retailer
Your privacy: These cookies don’t share your personal information with usโthey only tell retailers a purchase came from our site.
Cookie details
First-party cookies
Set by PERFRIG.COM directly. We control these cookies and the data they collect.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| perfrig_session | Session management | Session | Essential |
| perfrig_prefs | User preferences | 12 months | Preference |
| perfrig_consent | Cookie consent choices | 12 months | Essential |
Third-party cookies
Set by external services we use (analytics, advertising, affiliates). These services have their own privacy policies.
Major third-party cookies:
Google Analytics:
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Google AdSense (if applicable):
- Multiple cookies for ad delivery and targeting
- Privacy Policy
Amazon Associates:
- Tracking cookies for affiliate attribution (24-90 days)
- Privacy Policy
Managing cookies
Browser controls
All modern browsers allow you to control cookies through settings:
Google Chrome:
Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
Mozilla Firefox:
Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
Safari:
Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
Microsoft Edge:
Settings > Privacy, search, and services > Cookies and site data
Browser options:
- Block all cookies: Prevents all cookies (may break site functionality)
- Block third-party cookies: Allows first-party, blocks third-party
- Clear cookies: Delete existing cookies
- Exceptions: Allow/block specific sites
Our cookie consent tool
When you first visit PERFRIG, we display a cookie consent banner with options to:
- Accept All: Enable all cookies for full functionality
- Reject Non-Essential: Allow only essential cookies
- Customize: Choose specific cookie categories
Your choices are stored in a preference cookie. You can change settings anytime by clicking “Cookie Settings” in the footer.
Impact of blocking cookies
Essential cookies blocked:
- Site may not function properly
- Security features may not work
- Settings won’t persist across sessions
Analytics cookies blocked:
- No impact on your experience
- Helps us less (we won’t understand your usage patterns)
Advertising cookies blocked:
- You’ll still see ads
- Ads may be less relevant
- Same number of ads displayed
Affiliate cookies blocked:
- Your shopping experience unchanged
- We won’t earn commissions on your purchases
Blocking some cookies may affect certain features and functionality of the site.
Other tracking technologies
Web beacons (pixel tags)
Small invisible images embedded in web pages or emails that track:
- Email opens (if we send newsletters)
- Page views
- Ad impressions
Use: Analytics and advertising measurement
Control: Same as cookies (browser settings, ad opt-outs)
Local storage
Browser technology that stores data on your device similar to cookies but with larger capacity.
Use:
- Preference storage
- Performance optimization
- Cached content
Control: Browser settings (usually under “Site Data” or “Storage”)
Session storage
Temporary storage that exists only while your browser tab is open.
Use:
- Temporary session data
- Form data preservation
Control: Automatically cleared when you close the tab
Do not track signals
Some browsers transmit “Do Not Track” (DNT) signals to websites. There is no industry standard for responding to DNT signals.
Our position: We respect user privacy choices. While we don’t specifically respond to DNT signals, we provide comprehensive cookie controls and opt-out options described in this policy.
Alternative: Use our cookie consent tool and opt-out links for ad networks.
International users
GDPR compliance (EU/UK)
For users in the European Economic Area and United Kingdom:
Consent requirement: We obtain consent before placing non-essential cookies (analytics, advertising, marketing).
Your rights:
- Withdraw consent anytime through our cookie settings
- Access information about cookies we use
- Request deletion of cookie data
Legal basis:
- Essential cookies: Legitimate interest (site functionality)
- Non-essential cookies: Consent
Data transfers: Some cookies involve data transfer to the United States (Google Analytics, advertising networks). We ensure appropriate safeguards through Standard Contractual Clauses.
ePrivacy directive
We comply with the EU ePrivacy Directive (Cookie Law) by:
- Providing clear cookie information
- Obtaining consent before non-essential cookies
- Offering easy opt-out mechanisms
- Allowing cookie preference changes anytime
Children’s privacy
PERFRIG is not directed to children under 13 (or 16 in the EU). We do not knowingly use cookies to collect information from children.
If we discover we’ve collected cookie data from children, we’ll delete it immediately.
Updates to this policy
We may update this Cookie Policy to reflect:
- New cookies or technologies
- Changes in legal requirements
- User feedback and best practices
Updates will be posted here with a revised “Last Updated” date. Significant changes will be announced through site notices or email to subscribers.
Contact us
Questions about cookies or this policy?
Email: [email protected]
General contact: [email protected]
For cookie-related complaints in the EU, you may contact your local Data Protection Authority.
Related information
Learn more about cookies:
Opt-out tools:
Our commitment
We use cookies to improve your experience and support our independent operation. We’re committed to:
Transparency
about what cookies we use and why
Control
over your cookie preferences
Respect
for your privacy choices
Compliance
with applicable laws and regulations
Your privacy matters. We collect only what’s necessary and give you meaningful control over cookies and tracking.
PERFRIG.COM
Independent Testing | Honest Reviews | Your Privacy Controlled
Related policies:
Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Affiliate Disclosure
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