Last updated: April 14, 2025
This Cookie Policy explains how BrakeTrace.com uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website. It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
📧 [email protected]
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small data files placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work, or work more efficiently, as well as to provide information to the site owners.
Cookies can be “first-party” (set by BrakeTrace.com) or “third-party” (set by other services like Google Analytics).
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for several reasons:
Essential cookies – Required for technical functionality and site performance
Analytics cookies – To understand how users interact with our website
Preference cookies – To remember your preferences (e.g., cookie consent)
Affiliate tracking – To track interactions with affiliate links for monetization
3. Google Analytics
We use Google Analytics to collect data about website usage, including:
Pages visited and time spent
Browser and device type
IP address (anonymized)
Referring websites
Google Analytics uses cookies to help us analyze how users interact with our site. This helps us improve the user experience and optimize performance.
IP Anonymization
BrakeTrace.com has enabled IP anonymization in Google Analytics to protect your identity. Your full IP address is not stored or logged by Google.
How to Opt Out of Google Analytics Tracking:
You can install the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-on
You can also manage cookies in your browser settings (see section 6 below)
4. Types of Cookies We Use
| Cookie Type | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | Site functionality (e.g., navigation, cookie banner) | Session or up to 1 year |
| Analytics (Google) | Tracks page usage and user behavior | Up to 26 months |
| Preference | Saves user settings (e.g., cookie consent) | Up to 1 year |
| Affiliate tracking | Helps us earn revenue from partner links | Varies by provider |
5. Consent and Control
When you first visit BrakeTrace.com, you will see a cookie consent banner.
You can choose to Accept All, Reject Non-Essential, or Customize your cookie preferences.
Your consent settings can be changed at any time by revisiting the cookie settings at the bottom of our site.
6. How to Manage Cookies in Your Browser
You can block or delete cookies through your browser settings. Below are links to common browser instructions:
Note: Blocking cookies may impact your ability to use some features of BrakeTrace.com.
7. Third-Party Cookies
Some content or features on BrakeTrace.com may use third-party services, such as embedded content or affiliate networks. These third parties may also set cookies on your device.
We do not control these cookies. You can learn more about them by visiting the respective third-party privacy policies.
8. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our services. Any updates will be posted on this page with the date of revision.
Thank you for using BrakeTrace.com.
Questions or concerns? Contact us at [email protected]