Cookie Policy
Last updated: May 15, 2026
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work efficiently, provide a better browsing experience, and give website owners useful information about how their site is being used.
Private Investigator USA ("we," "us," or "our") uses cookies and similar technologies on privateinvestigatorusa.com ("the Website") as described in this Cookie Policy.
How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the basic functionality of our website. They enable core features such as security verification (CSRF protection), session management, and cookie consent preferences. Without these cookies, the website cannot function properly.
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| PHPSESSID | Session management and security | Session (deleted when browser closes) |
| cookie_consent | Remembers your cookie preference | 1 year |
Analytics Cookies
If enabled, we may use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect information about which pages are visited most often, how visitors navigate through the site, and whether they encounter any error messages. All information collected is aggregated and anonymous. We use this data to improve the performance and content of our website.
If we integrate Google Analytics in the future, the following cookies may be set:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| _ga | Distinguishes unique users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Maintains session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Distinguishes unique users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
Functionality Cookies
These cookies remember choices you make on our website, such as your preferred language or region. They provide enhanced, personalized features. The information these cookies collect may be anonymized, and they cannot track your browsing activity on other websites.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on our website are set by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control these cookies. Third-party cookies may be set by:
- Google Analytics: Web analytics service that tracks and reports website traffic
- Google AdSense: Advertising service that may display relevant advertisements (if enabled)
- Social Media Platforms: If you interact with social sharing features, those platforms may set their own cookies
We recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of these third-party services for more information about their data practices.
Managing Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can manage your cookie preferences in several ways:
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can typically find cookie settings in the "Privacy" or "Security" section of your browser preferences. Common browser cookie management:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy and Security > Cookies and other site data
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
- Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
- Microsoft Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions > Cookies and site data
Cookie Consent Banner
When you first visit our website, a cookie consent banner appears at the bottom of the page. You can accept or decline non-essential cookies using this banner. Your preference is stored and will be remembered for future visits.
Opt-Out Links
For Google Analytics, you can install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On.
Impact of Disabling Cookies
If you choose to disable cookies, please be aware that some features of the website may not function properly. Essential cookies are required for basic site functionality, including security features. Disabling all cookies may prevent you from accessing certain parts of the website or reduce the quality of your browsing experience.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our data practices. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at rjmuzu1@gmail.com.
You can also review our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service for additional information about how we handle your data.