Cookie Policy

Last updated: 2024-06-01

This Cookie Policy explains how ShotRigs ("ShotRigs", "we", "us", or "our"), operating at shotrigs.com, uses cookies, localStorage, and similar technologies when you visit our Photo & Video Gear review website. By continuing to use our site, you acknowledge this policy. Where required, we ask for your consent before enabling optional technologies.

What Are Cookies and Local Storage?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device by websites you visit. Local storage is a similar browser-based technology that allows a website to store small amounts of data on your device, but unlike cookies, it is not automatically sent to a server with every request. ShotRigs uses both, depending on the feature.

Types of Storage We Use

1. Essential Consent Storage (localStorage)

When you first visit ShotRigs, a cookie consent banner appears asking whether you accept or decline optional cookies. Your choice ("accepted" or "declined") is saved directly in your browser's localStorage. This storage:

• Is strictly necessary for the site to remember your cookie preference.
• Does not track you across other websites.
• Is not shared with third parties.
• Remains on your device until you clear your browser storage or change your preference.

2. Analytics Cookies (Only With Consent)

If you click "Accept" on our cookie banner, ShotRigs enables analytics cookies to help us understand how visitors use our gear reviews, comparison guides, and buying guides. These cookies collect information such as:

• Pages viewed and time spent on the site
• Approximate geographic location (country/region level)
• Device and browser type
• Referral source (e.g., search engine, social media)

Analytics cookies are only set after you give consent. If you click "Decline," no analytics cookies are placed, and only the essential localStorage consent record is saved.

3. Third-Party Analytics Providers

We use third-party analytics services (such as Google Analytics or similar providers) to gather aggregated, anonymized usage statistics. These providers may set their own cookies on your device once you have consented. Third-party cookies are governed by the respective provider's own privacy and cookie policies, which we encourage you to review. ShotRigs does not control how these third parties use the data beyond the scope of the analytics service we have configured.

How to Withdraw or Change Your Consent

You are always in control of your cookie preferences. To withdraw or change your consent:

• Clear your browser's cookies and site data for shotrigs.com through your browser settings.
• Clear your browser's localStorage for shotrigs.com (usually found under "Site Settings" or "Privacy" in your browser).
• Reload the ShotRigs website — the consent banner will reappear, allowing you to make a new choice.

Because our consent record is stored in localStorage rather than a traditional cookie, simply deleting cookies alone may not remove it. You must clear site data or localStorage specifically to fully reset your preference.

Browser Controls

Most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies and clear localStorage through their settings menus. Refer to your browser's help documentation for specific instructions, as steps vary between Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, and other browsers.

Do Not Track Signals

Some browsers offer a "Do Not Track" (DNT) signal. ShotRigs currently does not respond to DNT signals, but you can still control tracking through our consent banner and by clearing your browser storage as described above.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last updated" date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Cookie Policy or how ShotRigs handles cookies and localStorage, please reach out via our contact page on shotrigs.com.