Cookies Policy
Effective Date: 04/20/2025
Last Updated: 04/20/2025
This Cookies Policy explains how Legal Directories, LLC (“LDLLC”, “we”, “us”, or “our”) uses cookies and similar technologies to recognize you when you visit our website at https://NationalParalegalDirectory.com (“Platform” or “Website”). It explains what these technologies are, why we use them, and your rights to control our use of them.
By using our Website, you consent to the use of cookies in accordance with this policy and our [Privacy Policy].
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, smartphone, or tablet) by your web browser when you visit websites. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently and to provide analytical information to site owners.
Cookies may be:
- Session cookies: Deleted once you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: Remain until they expire or are deleted manually.
- First-party cookies: Set directly by our Website.
- Third-party cookies: Set by external services integrated into our Website.
2. Why We Use Cookies
We use cookies for a variety of purposes, including:
a) Essential (Strictly Necessary) Cookies
These cookies are required for the operation of our Platform. They include, for example:
- Remembering your login state
- Ensuring secure access to your account
- Enabling basic site navigation
Examples:
wordpress_logged_in_*wp-settings-*wordpress_sec_*
b) Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to analyze how users interact with the Website. We use this data to improve functionality, optimize content, and monitor traffic.
Examples:
- Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat)
- Hotjar (if used for UX tracking)
c) Functionality Cookies
These cookies enhance the functionality of the site, such as remembering your preferences, saved filters, or location data.
d) Advertising and Tracking Cookies
We may use cookies from third-party partners to deliver relevant advertising to you and track ad performance. We do not sell personal data for advertising purposes.
3. Cookies We May Use
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Type | Expiration |
|---|---|---|---|
wordpress_logged_in_* | Keeps user logged in | Essential | Session |
_ga, _gid | Google Analytics tracking | Performance | 1 day – 2 years |
wp-settings-* | Customizes admin interface | Functionality | 1 year |
cookie_notice_accepted | Stores cookie consent status | Essential | 1 month – 1 year |
Note: Exact cookie names may vary slightly depending on browser and session
4. How to Control Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies. You can:
- Adjust your browser settings to block or delete cookies;
- Use browser extensions to manage tracking scripts;
- Opt out of specific cookies, such as Google Analytics, using tools like:
https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
Be aware that disabling cookies may affect your experience on the Platform. Certain features may not work properly.
5. Do Not Track (DNT) Signals
Our Platform does not respond to “Do Not Track” signals from web browsers due to a lack of industry standards for interpreting them. However, you can manage tracking cookies manually as described above.
6. Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are set by third-party services we use on our Platform. These services have their own privacy and cookie policies. We are not responsible for the content or behavior of these third-party tools.
Examples may include:
- Embedded YouTube videos
- Social sharing plugins (Facebook, LinkedIn)
- Payment processors
7. Florida Privacy Rights
If you are a Florida resident, you may have additional rights under the Florida Digital Bill of Right (FDBR) & Florida Information Protection Act (FIPA) regarding cookies and data sharing. For more, see our [Privacy Policy].
8. Changes to This Policy
We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time. Updates will be posted here with the “Last Updated” date above. We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions or concerns about this Cookies Policy or how we use cookies, please contact:
Legal Directories, LLC
Email: legal@legaldirectoriesllc.com
Address: 14892 Tamiami Trail, North Point, Florida, 34287 USA