Cookie Policy
Last updated: May 25, 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites remember your preferences and improve your experience. This policy explains exactly which cookies gbpfixers.com uses and why.
Cookies We Use
These cookies are required for the site to function. They cannot be disabled.
| Cookie name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| gbpf_cookie_consent | Stores your cookie preference (accept/essential only) | 1 year |
These cookies are only loaded when you consent to functional cookies, and only on the /analyzing/ page. They enable the live competitor map powered by Google Maps.
| Provider | Purpose | More info |
|---|---|---|
| Google Maps API | Displays nearby competitor businesses on the GBP analysis page. Google may set its own cookies when this API is loaded. | Google Privacy |
Analytics Cookies
Google Analytics 4 — consent required
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique visitors (anonymised ID) | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state for GA4 | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes users within a 24-hour window | 24 hours |
IP addresses are anonymised. Data is not used to build advertising profiles. Google Privacy Policy
Advertising Cookies
Google Ads — consent required
| Cookie | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _gcl_au | Measures whether our ads led to a call or form submission | 90 days |
No personal advertising profile is built. Conversion data is used solely to measure ad effectiveness. Google Privacy Policy
How to Control Cookies
On this website: You can change your cookie preferences at any time using the cookie settings link in our website footer or by clicking below:
In your browser: All major browsers allow you to control cookies via their settings. Note that blocking all cookies may affect site functionality.
Canadian Visitors
Canadian visitors should be aware of the following:
Quebec Law 25 (Act Respecting the Protection of Personal Information in the Private Sector): Quebec's privacy law — which came into full effect in September 2023 — requires that explicit opt-in consent be obtained before any non-essential cookies are set on a visitor's device. Our cookie consent banner already satisfies this requirement: no functional cookies (including Google Maps) are loaded until you actively click "Accept" on the consent banner. Essential cookies (your consent preference only) are exempt as they are strictly necessary for site operation.
CASL (Canada's Anti-Spam Legislation): CASL governs electronic commercial messages (email, SMS, etc.) — it does not apply to cookies. Our cookie practices are governed by GDPR and provincial privacy law, not CASL.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy when we add or change the cookies we use. Material changes will be reflected by updating the "Last updated" date above.
Questions?
Email us at lead@gbpfixers.com or read our full Privacy Policy.