Effective Date: April 30, 2026
Last Updated: April 30, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Catholic Bros, operated by Bright Cloud Media, LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”), uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on www.catholicbros.com (the “Site”). It describes what these technologies are, why we use them, the categories of cookies we use, and your choices regarding their use. This Cookie Policy should be read together with our Privacy Policy.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile phone) when you visit a website. Cookies allow a website to recognize your device and store information about your preferences or past actions. We also use similar technologies, such as pixels, web beacons, local storage, and software development kits (“SDKs”), which we refer to collectively in this Policy as “cookies.”
Cookies may be:
• First-party cookies, set by Catholic Bros directly; or
• Third-party cookies, set by service providers and partners on our behalf.
Cookies may also be:
• Session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser; or
• Persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a set period of time or until you delete them.
2. How We Use Cookies
We use cookies for the following purposes:
• To enable basic functionality of the Site and remember your preferences;
• To understand how visitors interact with the Site so we can measure and improve performance;
• To deliver content relevant to your interests; and
• To track affiliate referrals so that we receive credit for qualifying purchases.
3. Categories of Cookies We Use
The categories below describe the cookies typically used on the Site. Specific cookie names, providers, and durations may change over time as we update the Site or our service providers. The cookie preferences tool on the Site reflects the cookies in use at any given time.
(a) Strictly Necessary Cookies (Always Active)
These cookies are essential for the Site to function and cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
|
Name |
Provider |
Description |
Duration |
|
wpconsent_preferences |
catholicbros.com |
Stores your cookie consent choices |
30 days |
|
wp-settings-[user_id] |
catholicbros.com |
Maintains WordPress display preferences |
1 year |
|
wp-settings-time-[user_id] |
catholicbros.com |
Records the time WordPress display preferences were set. |
1 year |
|
PHPSESSID |
catholicbros.com |
Maintains your session on the Site |
Session |
(b) Performance and Analytics Cookies
These cookies help us understand how visitors interact with the Site by collecting and reporting information anonymously or in aggregate. We use this information to improve the Site’s performance and content. These cookies are set only if you consent (where consent is required by applicable law).
|
Name |
Provider |
Description |
Duration |
|
_ga |
Google Analytics |
Distinguishes unique users |
2 years |
|
_ga_[container-id] |
Google Analytics |
Maintains session state for Google Analytics 4 |
2 years |
|
_gid |
Google Analytics |
Distinguishes unique users (legacy) |
24 hours |
|
_gat |
Google Analytics |
Throttles request rate |
1 minute |
(c) Functional Cookies
These cookies enable enhanced functionality, such as recognizing you as a newsletter subscriber and personalizing content. They may be set by us or by third-party service providers whose services we use. These cookies are set only if you consent (where consent is required by applicable law).
|
Name |
Provider |
Description |
Duration |
|
ck_subscriber_id |
ConvertKit (Kit) |
Identifies email subscribers and tracks newsletter engagement |
5 years |
(d) Marketing and Affiliate Cookies
These cookies track your activity on the Site so that we (and our affiliate partners) can credit referrals and measure the performance of our content. They may also be used by third parties to deliver advertising on other websites you visit. These cookies are set only if you consent (where consent is required by applicable law).
|
Name |
Provider |
Description |
Duration |
|
Amazon affiliate tracking |
Amazon Associates |
Tracks clicks on Amazon affiliate links and resulting purchases |
Set by Amazon; varies |
4. Your Choices and How to Manage Cookies
(a) Cookie Banner / Preferences Tool. When you first visit the Site, you will be presented with a cookie banner that allows you to accept or reject non-essential cookies and to manage your preferences by category. You can change your preferences at any time by clicking the “Cookie Preferences” link in the footer of the Site.
(b) Browser Settings. Most browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings, including blocking or deleting cookies. Information on managing cookies in common browsers is available at:
• Google Chrome: https://support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
• Mozilla Firefox: https://support.mozilla.org/en-US/kb/cookies-information-websites-store-on-your-computer
• Apple Safari: https://support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471/mac
• Microsoft Edge: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-edge/delete-cookies-in-microsoft-edge-63947406-40ac-c3b8-57b9-2a946a29ae09
Please note that disabling certain cookies (particularly Strictly Necessary cookies) may impair the functionality of the Site.
(c) Google Analytics Opt-Out. You may opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-Out Browser Add-On, available at https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.
(d) Opt-Out Preference Signals. For visitors located in jurisdictions where required by law, we honor opt-out preference signals such as the Global Privacy Control (GPC).
(e) Targeted Advertising Choices. Where applicable, you may also limit interest-based advertising through the following industry tools:
• Digital Advertising Alliance (U.S.): https://optout.aboutads.info
• Network Advertising Initiative (U.S.): https://optout.networkadvertising.org
• European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: https://www.youronlinechoices.eu
5. Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, applicable law, or our practices. The “Last Updated” date at the top reflects the most recent revision. If we make material changes, we will provide additional notice as required by applicable law.
6. Contact Us
For questions about this Cookie Policy, please contact:
Bright Cloud Media, LLC
1971 E. Beltline Ave NE.
Ste 106 #581
Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Email: dan@catholicbros.com
Subject Line: “Cookie Policy Inquiry”
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