Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Amdura™ ("we," "our," or "us") uses cookies, local storage session tokens, and similar tracking technologies across our website, web applications, and client portals. This policy transparently details what cookies are, why we use them, and how you can manage your preferences.
1. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer, tablet, or mobile device by a website when you visit it. They are widely used by modern web platforms to make websites work efficiently, remember user preferences (such as language settings), keep user sessions secure, and provide anonymized performance telemetry to site owners.
2. Categories of Cookies We Use
Amdura™ categorizes the cookies utilized on our site into three primary operational tiers:
A. Essential & Technical Cookies (Strictly Necessary)
These cookies are required for the website to function properly and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually set in response to actions made by you, such as navigating pages, setting language preferences, or filling out forms.
- PHP Session Cookie (
PHPSESSID): Preserves user session states and active language selections across page requests. (Expires upon closing browser). - Cloudflare Security Cookies (
__cf_bm): Provided by Cloudflare to distinguish between human visitors and automated malicious bots, enforcing DDoS protection and Web Application Firewall (WAF) security rules. - Hostinger Server Cookies: Technical load-balancing cookies that route web traffic smoothly across server nodes.
B. Commerce & Security Cookies (Functional)
These cookies enable enhanced functionality and security during checkout or account management operations.
- Stripe Payment Cookies (
__stripe_mid,__stripe_sid): Set by our payment gateway, Stripe, to prevent credit card fraud, verify payment authorizations, and process secure client transactions.
C. Analytics & Performance Cookies (Performance)
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us understand which pages are the most popular and how visitors move around the site.
- Google Analytics Cookies (
_ga,_gid): Collect aggregated, anonymized statistical data regarding browser type, operating system, pages viewed, and session duration. These cookies do not track individual identifiable personal data.
3. Third-Party Cookies & Subprocessors
Some cookies placed during your visit originate from authorized third-party service providers acting on our behalf. For complete details regarding third-party vendors processing data for Amdura™, please review our Subprocessors List and our Privacy Policy.
4. Managing & Disabling Cookies
You have the right to decide whether to accept or decline non-essential cookies.
- Browser Controls: Most web browsers allow you to manage or block cookies through your browser settings (usually found in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu). Please note that disabling essential cookies may impact site functionality or prevent secure login to client portals.
- Google Analytics Opt-Out: To opt-out of being tracked by Google Analytics across all websites, you may install the official Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
5. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technical infrastructure, legal requirements, or vendor tools. Any updates will be published on this page with an updated effective date.
6. Contact Information
If you have questions regarding our use of cookies or web tracking technologies, please contact our team:
Amdura™ Operations
Lawrence, MA 01840, United States
Email: legal@amdigitaldesigns.com