Cookie Policy
At In Therapy, your privacy and trust are our top priorities. This Cookie Policy explains how we use cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, how you can manage your preferences, and how you can control or delete cookies. By using our website, you consent to the use of cookies as described in this policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help websites function properly, remember your preferences, and provide information to site owners about how visitors interact with the site. We use both first-party cookies (set by us) and third-party cookies (set by external services we work with).
Note: This policy does not cover cookies placed by third parties that may appear on our site via embedded content (e.g., social media widgets, booking platforms). Please review their respective privacy policies.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies to ensure our website functions smoothly, to improve your experience, and to understand how visitors use our services. Below is a breakdown of the categories of cookies we use:
Essential Cookies
These cookies are strictly necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core features such as security, network management, and accessibility. Without these cookies, certain services you have requested cannot be provided.
- Session Management: Keeps you logged in securely during your visit.
- Security: Helps protect against fraudulent activity and ensures safe browsing.
- Load Balancing: Distributes traffic evenly across our servers for optimal performance.
Analytical & Performance Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with our website by collecting anonymous, aggregated information. This data helps us improve site navigation, content relevance, and overall user experience.
- Track page views and session duration
- Identify which pages are most visited
- Monitor error rates and technical performance
Functional Cookies
These cookies allow our website to remember choices you make (such as your preferred language or accessibility settings) to provide a more personalized experience.
Marketing & Advertising Cookies
We do not use cookies for behavioral advertising or sell your data to third parties. Limited marketing cookies may be used to measure the effectiveness of our educational outreach and ensure relevant content delivery.
3. Cookie Details
Below is a summary of the cookies we currently use on our website:
| Cookie Name | Purpose | Duration | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| session_id | Maintains secure user session | Session | Essential |
| consent_preferences | Stores your cookie consent choices | 1 year | Essential |
| _ga, _gid | Analytics (traffic & usage tracking) | 2 years / 24 hours | Analytical |
| user_preferences | Remembers display/accessibility settings | 6 months | Functional |
| utm_source, utm_campaign | Tracks referral source for outreach | 30 days | Marketing |
4. Managing Your Cookie Preferences
You have full control over the cookies we place on your device. You can:
- Use our Consent Banner: When you first visit our site, you will see a cookie consent banner where you can accept, reject, or customize your preferences.
- Adjust Browser Settings: Most web browsers allow you to manage cookies through their settings. You can block all cookies, delete existing cookies, or set preferences for specific sites. Please note that disabling essential cookies may affect site functionality.
- Opt-Out of Analytics: You can disable analytics tracking by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
For browser-specific instructions, visit:
5. Third-Party Cookies
We may partner with trusted third-party services to operate our website, analyze traffic, and provide booking functionality. These providers may set their own cookies. We do not control these cookies and recommend reviewing their respective privacy and cookie policies. Common third parties include:
- Web hosting & content delivery networks
- Secure payment & booking processors
- Analytics & performance monitoring services
6. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, regulations, or our business practices. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised "Last Updated" date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.
7. Contact Us
If you have any questions about this Cookie Policy, our data practices, or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us:
In Therapy
123 Wellness Blvd, Suite 200
New York, NY 10001
Email: privacy@intherapy.com
Phone: (555) 123-4567
You also have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe your rights have been violated.