Cookie Policy
Version: December 2025 | Operator: LandscapingGlobe LLC (USA)
This Cookie Policy explains how LandscapingGlobe™ uses cookies, tracking technologies, analytics tools, and pixel tags.
Connected Policies: Privacy Policy ↔ Terms of Service (TOS) ↔ Advertising Policy ↔ Moderation Policy ↔ Anti-Spam Policy
1. Introduction
This policy applies to:
- landscapingglobe.com and its subdomains.
- Mobile and web apps.
By using the Platform, you acknowledge our use of cookies in accordance with this Policy, the Privacy Policy, and Global data protection and e-Privacy laws.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device to enhance your browsing experience. We use cookies to:
- Enable core platform functionality and improve security.
- Provide region-based user experience.
- Analyze platform performance.
- Support advertising/boosting systems and ensure compliance.
3. Types of Cookies Used
Cookie Table – Fully Structured:
| Cookie Category | Purpose | Examples | Duration | Mandatory/Optional |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Essential / Strictly Necessary | Enable platform functionality, login, security, account sessions | Session ID, JWT token, CSRF protection cookies | Session or up to 12 months | Mandatory |
| Performance & Analytics | Track usage patterns and load times; improve platform stability | Google Analytics 4, server logs, heatmap events | 1-24 months | Optional (requires consent in GDPR regions) |
| Functional Cookies | Remember region, language, currency preferences, saved searches | Locale cookie, saved filters cookie | 3-12 months | Optional |
| Advertising & Boosting Cookies | Improve performance of future paid ads, boosts, and sponsored content | Click-through performance cookie, visibility counter cookie | Variable (7-30 days) | Optional |
| Security & Fraud Prevention | Detect suspicious logins, bot traffic, abuse | Bot detection, rate limiter identifiers | Session | Mandatory |
| Third-Party Payment Cookies (Paddle) | Support transactions, tax compliance, and checkout | Paddle transaction session cookie, tax region cookie | Session | Optional (required only for paid features) |
| AI Personalization Cookies | Improve content relevance and user experience | AI recommendation signal cookie | 7-30 days | Optional |
4. Consent Requirements (Global Compliance)
LandscapingGlobe follows region-specific cookie consent rules:
Key Requirements:
- EU (GDPR + ePrivacy): Consent required for all non-essential cookies.
- UK (PECR + UK GDPR): Consent banner mandatory.
- US (CCPA / CPRA): Opt-out model applies (Do Not Sell/Share signals).
- GCC Region / Canada / India / Singapore: Consent required for tracking/analytics.
5. Cookie Consent Banner
The Platform uses a cookie banner that:
- Appears on first visit and logs consent (GDPR compliant).
- Categorizes cookies clearly and offers "Accept All", "Reject All", and "Customize".
- Provides granular control and allows users to withdraw consent anytime.
Consent logs are stored securely and linked to IP + timestamp.
6. How We Use Cookies
6.1 Essential Platform Operations:
- Account login, Session maintenance, Quote management, Geo-based category results.
6.2 Performance Tracking:
- Page interaction analytics, Load-time optimization, Bug tracking, Error reporting.
6.3 Advertising & Boost Performance:
- Visibility/Engagement tracking, Fraud detection for paid boosts.
7. Third-Party Services and Cookies
We may use the following third-party tools:
Services Used:
- Analytics: Google Analytics 4, Server-based analytics.
- Payment (Future): Paddle (MoR) for transaction sessions and tax calculation cookies.
- AI Tools: Recommendation engine, Content personalization.
Social Media Pixels (Optional Future Use) will be limited to category insights and always disclosed in advance.
8. How to Manage or Disable Cookies
8.1 Browser Controls:
Users can disable cookies via Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge, or Opera (steps differ per browser).
8.2 Region-Based Rights:
- GDPR: Withdraw consent anytime.
- CCPA: Opt-out of “sharing”.
- GCC: Revoke consent.
8.3 Platform Settings Panel:
Users may Enable/disable categories, Reset preferences, and Withdraw consent instantly.
9. Data Retention
Retention periods vary based on cookie purpose:
- Essential/Paddle cookies: Session-based.
- Analytics: 1–24 months.
- Advertising cookies: 7–30 days.
- Consent logs: Up to 5 years (GDPR requirement).
10. Children’s Data
LandscapingGlobe does not knowingly use cookies to track users under 18.
If detected, data is subject to immediate deletion under the Privacy Policy.
11. Policy Updates
We may update this Cookie Policy due to:
- New features or new Paddle modules.
- Global legal changes.
- Analytics improvement.
Always check the “Version” date at the top.
