Cookie Policy

Understanding how we use cookies on SMIndicator.com

Last Updated: January 3, 2026

Introduction

This Cookie Policy explains how SMIndicator LLC ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on our website https://smindicator.com (the "Website"). This policy should be read in conjunction with our Privacy Policy.

What Are Cookies?

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

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the Website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.

Examples:

Analytics and Performance Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our Website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve how our Website works.

We may use:

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and choices.

Examples:

Marketing and Advertising Cookies

These cookies may be set through our Website by our advertising partners to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant advertisements on other sites.

We may use:

Third-Party Cookies

We work with third-party service providers who may also set cookies on your device when you visit our Website. These include:

Cookies Used on Our Website

Strictly Necessary Cookies

Cookie Name Purpose Duration
PHPSESSID Session management Session
cookie_consent Records your cookie consent preferences 1 year
wordpress_logged_in Authentication for registered users Session

Analytics Cookies

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Duration
_ga Google Analytics Distinguish users 2 years
_gid Google Analytics Distinguish users 24 hours
_gat Google Analytics Throttle request rate 1 minute

Marketing Cookies

Cookie Name Provider Purpose Duration
fr Facebook Ad delivery and targeting 3 months
IDE Google Ad targeting 1 year
li_sugr LinkedIn Browser identification 90 days

How to Manage Cookies

You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can exercise your cookie preferences by:

Cookie Consent Tool

When you first visit our Website, you'll see a cookie consent banner that allows you to choose which types of cookies you want to accept.

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. However, limiting cookies may impact your experience of our Website. To learn more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set and how to manage and delete them, visit:

Opt-Out Links

You can opt out of specific third-party cookies:

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature that signals to websites that you do not want your online activities tracked. Our Website does not currently respond to DNT signals.

Your Choices Regarding Cookies

For Users in the European Economic Area (EEA) and UK

Under GDPR, you have specific rights regarding cookies:

We obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies on your device.

For Users in the United States

We provide you with clear information about our cookie usage and offer options to control cookies through our consent tool and browser settings.

Impact of Rejecting Cookies

If you choose to reject or block cookies:

SMI Assessment and Cookies

Please note that to access and complete the Sustainability Mindset Indicator assessment, certain functional cookies are required to:

  • Save your progress
  • Deliver your personalized report
  • Ensure data security and integrity

Updates to This Cookie Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, our business operations, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Cookie Policy on this page and updating the "Last Updated" date.

We encourage you to review this Cookie Policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.

Contact Us

If you have questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, please contact us:

SMIndicator LLC

Email: info@smindicator.com

Website: https://smindicator.com/contactus/

For specific inquiries about your data rights, please refer to our Privacy Policy.