Cookie Policy
Understanding how we use cookies to improve your browsing experience.
Last Updated: December 13, 2024
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide a better user experience.
This Cookie Policy explains how Only In Ocala ("we," "us," or "our"), operated by Notice Me Marketing and Media LLC, uses cookies and similar technologies on our website onlyinocala.com.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic functions like page navigation and access to secure areas of the website. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting and reporting information anonymously. This helps us improve our website's functionality and content.
Functionality Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalization. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we use on our pages.
Performance Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us know which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site.
Types of Cookies We Use
First-Party Cookies
These are cookies set by the Only In Ocala website directly. They are used to remember your preferences and improve your experience on our site.
Third-Party Cookies
These are cookies set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We may use services like:
- Google Analytics for website analytics
- Social media platforms for sharing functionality
- Embedded content providers (YouTube, Google Maps)
Session vs. Persistent Cookies
- Session Cookies: These are temporary cookies that are deleted when you close your browser.
- Persistent Cookies: These remain on your device for a set period or until you delete them.
Cookies We Use
| Cookie Name | Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Analytics | Google Analytics tracking | 2 years |
| _gid | Analytics | Google Analytics tracking | 24 hours |
| session_id | Essential | Maintains user session | Session |
| cookie_consent | Essential | Stores cookie preferences | 1 year |
Note: This list may not be exhaustive and may change as we update our website functionality.
Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have control over cookies and can manage them in several ways:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:
- View what cookies are stored on your device
- Delete some or all cookies
- Block cookies from specific websites or all websites
- Set your browser to notify you when a website tries to set a cookie
Popular Browser Cookie Settings
- 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 permissions
Important: Blocking or deleting cookies may impact your experience on our website. Some features may not function properly without cookies.
Do Not Track Signals
Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) setting that signals to websites that you do not want to be tracked. Currently, there is no universal standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. Our website does not currently respond to DNT signals, but we respect your cookie preferences as described above.
Third-Party Services
We may embed content from third-party services on our website. These services may set their own cookies. We do not control these cookies, and you should check the relevant third-party websites for more information:
- Google Analytics: Google's Cookie Policy
- YouTube: YouTube's Cookie Policy
- Facebook: Facebook's Cookie Policy
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or for legal, operational, or regulatory reasons. We will post any changes on this page and update the "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
Questions About Cookies?
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us:
For more information about how we handle your personal data, please see our Privacy Policy.