Cookies Policy

This Cookies Policy explains how Kowski Construction ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website. Essential cookies are used where necessary for website operation and security. Optional cookies and similar technologies are controlled through our cookie preference choices.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and provide information to website owners.

Cookies typically contain:

• The name of the server that placed the cookie
• An expiration date
• A unique identifier (a random number)
• Additional data specific to the cookie's purpose

2. Types of Cookies We Use

2.1 Essential Cookies

Purpose: These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable basic features like page navigation, access to secure areas, and form submissions.

Duration: Session cookies (deleted when you close your browser)

Can be disabled: No - the website will not function properly without these cookies

2.2 Performance Cookies

Purpose: These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, such as which pages are visited most often and if error messages are received. This helps us improve website performance.

Examples: Google Analytics 4 and Microsoft Clarity

Duration: Up to 2 years

Can be disabled: Yes

2.3 Functionality Cookies

Purpose: These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your language preference or region) and provide enhanced, personalized features.

Examples: Live chat and user-interface preferences

Duration: Session or persistent (up to 1 year)

Can be disabled: Yes, but this may affect website functionality

2.4 Targeting/Advertising Cookies

Purpose: These cookies are used to deliver relevant advertisements and track advertising campaign performance. They may be set by our advertising partners.

Examples: Google Ads, Facebook Pixel

Duration: Up to 2 years

Can be disabled: Yes

3. Specific Cookies Used

Below is a detailed list of cookies used on our website:

Cookie Name	Type	Purpose	Duration
KOWSKI_HUB_SESSION	Essential	Maintains the secure PHP session used for form security and session state	Session
cookie_consent	Essential preference	Records whether optional cookies were accepted, rejected, or customized	Up to 1 year
cookie_preferences	Essential preference	Stores the optional cookie categories you selected	Up to 1 year
_ga / _ga_*	Performance	Google Analytics 4 measurement cookies, when performance cookies are enabled	Set by Google according to its current service configuration
_clck / _clsk	Performance	Microsoft Clarity analytics/session measurement, when performance cookies are enabled	Set by Microsoft according to its current service configuration
_fbp and related advertising identifiers	Advertising	May be used by Meta/Facebook measurement when advertising cookies are enabled and the integration is configured	Set by the third-party service
Live-chat service cookies	Functionality	Support Tawk.to live-chat functionality when functionality cookies are enabled	Set by the live-chat service

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies on our website are placed by third-party services we use:

4.1 Google Analytics

We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. Google Analytics uses cookies to collect information such as:

• Pages visited and time spent on each page
• How you arrived at our website
• Your general location (city/country level)
• Device and browser information

For more information, visit Google's Privacy Policy.

4.2 Social Media Plugins

Our website includes social media sharing buttons (Facebook, Instagram). These services may set cookies when you interact with them. We recommend reviewing their respective privacy policies:

• Facebook Privacy Policy
• Instagram Privacy Policy

4.3 Microsoft Clarity

When performance cookies are enabled, we may use Microsoft Clarity to understand website usage and improve the visitor experience. Clarity is loaded through the site's consent controls.

4.4 Tawk.to Live Chat

When functionality cookies are enabled and live chat is configured, Tawk.to may be loaded to provide website chat support.

4.5 Google Maps and Places

Google Maps/Places functionality is used on pages that require maps, service-area visualization, directions, or project-address assistance, including the contact, quote request, and service-area pages. These services are operational page features rather than site analytics.

4.6 Google reCAPTCHA

reCAPTCHA is used on public forms as an anti-abuse and security control. It is treated separately from optional analytics cookies because it protects form submissions.

5. How to Control Cookies

5.1 Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can:

• View what cookies are stored and delete them individually
• Block third-party cookies
• Block cookies from specific websites
• Block all cookies
• Delete all cookies when you close your browser

How to manage cookies in popular browsers:

• Chrome: Settings > Privacy and security > Cookies and other site data
• Firefox: Options > Privacy & Security > Cookies and Site Data
• Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Cookies and website data
• Edge: Settings > Cookies and site permissions

5.2 Opt-Out Tools

You can opt out of certain types of tracking:

• Google Analytics: Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on
• Interest-based advertising: Digital Advertising Alliance of Canada

5.3 Do Not Track

Some browsers include a "Do Not Track" (DNT) feature. Currently, there is no industry standard for how websites should respond to DNT signals. We do not currently respond to DNT browser signals.

6. Impact of Disabling Cookies

If you choose to disable cookies, some features of our website may not function properly, including:

• Online quote request forms
• Contact forms
• Personalized content
• Session persistence (staying logged in)
• Analytics tracking

7. Cookies and Personal Data

Some cookies may collect personal data. This data is handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy. We do not sell cookie data to third parties.

8. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookies Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our business practices. We will notify you of any material changes by:

• Posting the updated policy on our website
• Updating the "Last Updated" date
• Displaying a notice on our website

9. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will be presented with a cookie consent banner. You can:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies
• Customize your cookie preferences

Your consent is stored for 12 months. You can change your preferences at any time by accessing the cookie settings at the bottom of any page.

10. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies or this Cookies Policy, please contact us: